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Fresenius Medical Care Announces FDA Clearance of Versi®HD with GuideMe Software

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Wednesday, August 23, 2023

"We expect VersiHD with GuideMe Software to further simplify home hemodialysis for patients during training and at home," said Dr. Brigitte Schiller, Senior Vice President, Medical Officer, Home Therapies at Fresenius Medical Care.

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  • "We expect VersiHD with GuideMe Software to further simplify home hemodialysis for patients during training and at home," said Dr. Brigitte Schiller, Senior Vice President, Medical Officer, Home Therapies at Fresenius Medical Care.
  • VersiHD with GuideMe Software will support Fresenius Medical Care's mission of advancing access to home therapies to more patients."
  • Fresenius Medical Care, NxStage, the triangle logo, VersiHD, PureFlow and Nx2me are trademarks of Fresenius Medical Care Holdings, Inc. or its affiliated companies.
  • Fresenius Medical Care AG & Co. KGaA does not undertake any responsibility to update the forward-looking statements in this release.

Fresenius Medical Care Partners with Sarah Bush Lincoln to Provide Life-Sustaining Care to Rural Patients

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Wednesday, August 9, 2023

WALTHAM, Mass., Aug. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Fresenius Medical Care, the world's leading provider of products and services for individuals with renal diseases has launched an on-site dialysis program with Sarah Bush Lincoln, a regional health system in Mattoon, IL. This program now provides dialysis services with the NxStage VersiHD home hemodialysis system to patients in the local community who previously had to travel 100 miles to receive care. By keeping patients at the local hospital, the doctors and nurses have visibility to all other diagnostics and treatments.

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  • When Sarah Bush Lincoln first implemented the NxStage VersiHD in partnership with Fresenius Medical Care in September of 2022, they quickly discovered their dialysis volumes grew significantly higher than anticipated, resulting in several hundred treatments thus far.
  • Fresenius Medical Care, the triangle logo, NxStage, and Versi are trademarks of Fresenius Medical Care Holdings, Inc. or its affiliated companies.
  • Through its network of 4,050 dialysis clinics, Fresenius Medical Care provides dialysis treatments for approximately 344,000 patients around the globe.
  • Fresenius Medical Care is listed on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange (FME) and on the New York Stock Exchange (FMS).

DaVita's Move It with Purpose Event Raises Funds for Bridge of Life

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Tuesday, December 20, 2022

DENVER, Dec. 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, DaVita announced that over 4,400 DaVita teammates, friends, family and key members of the kidney care community joined together to participate in the inaugural Move It with Purpose (MIWP) event to benefit Bridge of Life, a nonprofit founded by DaVita to support the prevention and treatment of chronic disease.

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  • The event has raised nearly $15 million for the nonprofit since 2007, enabling Bridge of Life to enhance kidney care globally through its medical missions.
  • "Bridge of Life is thrilled to be the recipient of so much generosity and goodwill thanks to DaVita, event sponsors and participants," said Lori Vaclavik, executive director for Bridge of Life.
  • For every mile logged on the MIWP site, DaVita donated $1 to Bridge of Life, up to $250,000.
  • Bridge of Life has assisted more than 130,000 people in underserved communities since its first mission in 2006.

American Kidney Fund, Home Dialyzors United Partner to Host Dialysis at Home Summit

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Tuesday, September 13, 2022

Home dialysis can also result in better quality of life, lower risk of infection, expanded diet and more employment options.

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  • Home dialysis can also result in better quality of life, lower risk of infection, expanded diet and more employment options.
  • Were proud to partner with Home Dialyzors United on this important event, and we look forward to welcoming people at the virtual summit.
  • Home Dialyzors United has been advocating about the benefits of home dialysis since 2006, said Nieltje Gedney, Executive Director of Home Dialyzors United.
  • The American Kidney Fund (AKF) fights kidney disease on all fronts as the nations leading kidney nonprofit.

Dialyze Direct Caps Off Year of Exceptional Growth With the First Missouri Location, Expanded Presence in Florida and New York

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Tuesday, December 21, 2021

These new locations cap off a year of remarkable growth for Dialyze Direct.

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  • These new locations cap off a year of remarkable growth for Dialyze Direct.
  • Six years ago, we set out to reimagine the dialysis regimen for geriatric nursing home patients living with End Stage Renal Disease.
  • The number of patients benefitting from the Dialyze Direct model of care increased by 15%, with Dialyze Direct also succeeding in substantial health care payor network expansion, allowing for more dialysis patients to be eligible to receive Dialyze Direct care.
  • Dialyze Direct, founded in 2016, is a leading kidney care innovation company that pioneers breakthrough solutions for patients suffering from kidney disease.

15th Annual Tour DaVita Raises Nearly $1 Million for Bridge of Life

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Tuesday, November 30, 2021

DENVER, Nov. 30, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Today, DaVita announced its 15th annual Tour DaVita event raisednearly $1 millionto benefit Bridge of Life , a nonprofit founded by DaVita focused on strengthening health care globally through sustainable programs that support the prevention and treatment of chronic disease.

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  • DENVER, Nov. 30, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Today, DaVita announced its 15th annual Tour DaVita event raisednearly $1 millionto benefit Bridge of Life , a nonprofit founded by DaVita focused on strengthening health care globally through sustainable programs that support the prevention and treatment of chronic disease.
  • In addition to the funds raised, Tour DaVita participants recorded over 26,000 miles while bringing awareness to the prevalence of kidney disease within their communities.
  • "We are so grateful to be the beneficiary of funds raised through this life-changing event," said Lori Vaclavik, executive director for Bridge of Life.
  • DaVita (NYSE: DVA) is a health care provider focused on transforming care delivery to improve quality of life for patients globally.

Satellite Healthcare Names Eric Weinhandl Senior Director of Analytics and Home Therapies

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Monday, November 15, 2021

Satellite Healthcare is pleased to announce that Eric Weinhandl, a highly respected epidemiologist within the home dialysis arena, will be joining Satellite Healthcare as our Senior Director of Analytics and Home Therapies.

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  • Satellite Healthcare is pleased to announce that Eric Weinhandl, a highly respected epidemiologist within the home dialysis arena, will be joining Satellite Healthcare as our Senior Director of Analytics and Home Therapies.
  • Eric is recognized internationally for his deep knowledge of home dialysis and unique expertise in home data analytics.
  • Eric will be an integral part of Satellites focus on innovation, and advancing the companys analytics and quality strategies.
  • Through its affiliated services, Satellite WellBound, Satellite Dialysis, and Satellite Research, Satellite Healthcare provides unparalleled early patient wellness education, personalized clinical services, and a complete range of dialysis therapy choices.

The Worldwide Blood Purification Equipment Industry is Expected to Reach $19.2 Billion by 2026 - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Tuesday, November 2, 2021

The "Global Blood Purification Equipment Market By Product, By Indication, By End User, By Regional Outlook, Industry Analysis Report and Forecast, 2020 - 2026" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

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  • The "Global Blood Purification Equipment Market By Product, By Indication, By End User, By Regional Outlook, Industry Analysis Report and Forecast, 2020 - 2026" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • The Global Blood Purification Equipment Market size is expected to reach $19.2 billion by 2026, rising at a market growth of 5.3% CAGR during the forecast period.
  • Blood purification refers to a method that includes blood withdrawal from the body of a patient into a machine or a device to eliminate impurities and send it back into the body.
  • The market is expected to be fueled as blood purification plays a crucial part in various kidney & blood-related diseases.

People Who Have Kidney Disease Shine a Light on Their Healthcare Heroes

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Wednesday, September 29, 2021

encouraged people who have kidney disease to express appreciation for a healthcare professional who improved their experience of care.

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  • encouraged people who have kidney disease to express appreciation for a healthcare professional who improved their experience of care.
  • Entrants needed to meet only one criterion to have been diagnosed with chronic kidney disease.
  • It was tough to choose our winners, because in this time of the coronavirus, all healthcare providers are heroes."
  • RSN is a nonprofit patient-run organization that provides nonmedical services to those affected by chronic kidney disease.

Fresenius Medical Care North America Announces New President for Renal Therapies Group

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Thursday, July 22, 2021

WALTHAM, Mass., July 22, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Fresenius Medical Care North America (FMCNA), the nation's leading provider of kidney care products, announced today that Joseph (Joe) Turk has been named President for the company's Renal Therapies Group.

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  • WALTHAM, Mass., July 22, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Fresenius Medical Care North America (FMCNA), the nation's leading provider of kidney care products, announced today that Joseph (Joe) Turk has been named President for the company's Renal Therapies Group.
  • Turk succeeds Mark Costanzo, who recently retired as President of FMCNA's Renal Therapies Group.
  • Fresenius Medical Care North America (FMCNA) is the premier healthcare company focused on providing the highest quality care to people with renal and other chronic conditions.
  • Through its industry-leading network of dialysis facilities and outpatient cardiac and vascular labs, Fresenius Medical Care North America provides coordinated healthcare services at pivotal care points for hundreds of thousands of chronically ill customers throughout the continent.