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NYU Long Island Leads NY Transplants, Highlights Home Dialysis Benefits

8/10/2026

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Dr. Nobuyuki Miyawaki (MD) states that dialysis replaces kidney function.
In-center hemodialysis occurs three times weekly.
Home hemodialysis occurs four to five times weekly and provides flexibility.
Patients should limit salt, potassium, phosphorus, and fluid while maintaining protein and plant-based intake.
NYU Langone – Long Island has the highest transplant-rate ratio and the shortest time to transplant in New York State per SRTR.

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Story summary

Dr. Nobuyuki Miyawaki (MD) states that dialysis replaces kidney function.
In-center hemodialysis occurs three times weekly.
Home hemodialysis occurs four to five times weekly and provides flexibility.
Patients should limit salt, potassium, phosphorus, and fluid while maintaining protein and plant-based intake.
NYU Langone – Long Island has the highest transplant-rate ratio and the shortest time to transplant in New York State per SRTR.