DSI South Dialysis. The new facility, conveniently located near several hospital and health care systems on the Southside of the downtown Birmingham area, replaces the former DSI Norwood clinic. DSI South Dialysis will host an Open House event on Tuesday, June 5,

New research shows an infection called peritonitis commonly arises in the weeks before many dialysis patients die. The findings suggest that peritonitis may be a deadly condition for some kidney failure patients.

10% to 20% of dialysis patients receive peritoneal dialysis.

LAWRENCE, Mass., May 24, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- NxStage ® Medical, Inc.

"I am honored and excited to take on this new opportunity. I have always felt my purpose on Earth has been to inform and empower ESRD patients and their families, because when you know better, you do better," said Eric Edwards. "I look forward to working with the Board of Directors and DPC's patient membership to further our mission of improving the quality of life for all dialysis patients."