| Theme |
How Should We Step up the Future Dialysis Therapy in Japan ? |
| Title |
Education and development of healthcare professionals in nephrology and dialysis |
| Author |
Yasuhiro Komatsu |
Division of Nephrology, Department of Medicine, St. Luke's International Hospital |
| Author |
Ryoko Kasori |
Kidney Center, Nurse Manager, St. Luke's International Hospital |
| Author |
Moriaki Osaka |
Kidney Center, Manager of Clinical Engineering, St. Luke's International Hospital |
| [ Summary ] |
Education and development of healthcare professionals in the nephrology and dialysis fields is the cornerstone of future advancements in dialysis care. Establishing core curriculum for nephrologists, nephrology nurses, and clinical engineers is the first step in the professional development. Organizational empowerment which facilitates future dialysis staff development should also be emphasized. The core competencies of dialysis professionals should include professionalism as well as state of the art knowledge and skills. |