Pre-ESKD Nephrology Care and Employment at the Start of Dialysis
May 18, 2020 | Vivian Ho, Kevin Erickson

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Vivian Ho
James A. Baker III Institute Chair in Health EconomicsKevin Erickson
Nonresident ScholarBy Ahmed A. Awan, Bo Zhao, Samaya J. Anumudu, Wolfgang C. Winkelmayer, Vivian Ho and Kevin F. Erickson
Introduction
Employment is associated with an improved sense of well-being and quality of life in patients with kidney disease. Earlier nephrology referral and longer duration of pre–end-stage kidney disease (ESKD) nephrology care are associated with improved health outcomes in patients with advanced kidney disease who initiate dialysis. It is unknown if pre-ESKD nephrology care helps patients stay employed leading up to dialysis initiation.
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