Home Hemodialysis Practice and Curriculum Recommendations Among Graduates of a Military Nephrology Training Program Without Home Hemodialysis Clinic Experience

Among graduates of a military nephrology training program without HHD clinic experience, 43% reported subsequently practicing HHD, the majority learning "on the job." Overall, graduates indicated that block/longitudinal HHD clinic was the most effective way for fellows to learn HHD skills. Nephrology programs should expect that graduates are likely to care for HHD patients, and prepare them accordingly. In addition, for military nephrologists, HHD skills can be applied to dialysis delivery in austere settings.