CQI WebEx Training Programs
Fistula First/Catheter Out Series (2007 - 2008)
This WebEx training series features presenters from dialysis facilities that have exceptional AVF rates. These presenters will explain their best practice models for specific topics and provide related tools, facility processes, and resources.
This series was initially offered as a four-part, WebEx presentations from September 2007 to July 2008. Click on the links below to access presentation slides for each section.
A complete recording of the Fistula First/Catheter Out Series (2007 - 2008) four-part WebEx training program is available on DVD. (contact Cindy Miller, QI Department for more details.)
Team Approach to Using CQI to Improve AVF Rates (9/2007)
A Team Approach to Vascular Access Management [PDF, 754KB]
by Amanda Hale, RN
Davita Sycamore Dialysis - Sycamore, IL.Development of a Comprehensive Vascular Access Program
[PDF, 201KB]
Kimberly Kerns, RN, BSN, CHN, Vascular Access Coordinator
Community Dialysis Units, LLC - Ohio
How to Engage Your Primary Care Physician (11/2007)
Strategies For Successful Management of the CKD and ESRD Patient [PDF, 1521KB]
Emily Dexter, RN, BSN and Leah Atcher, RN, BSN
Trover Health System – Madisonville, KYEarly Referral to the Nephrologists and Keeping PCP’s Involved
[PDF, 471KB]
Angela Schuler, RN
Fox Valley/Tri Cities Dialysis Centers - Aurora, Illinois
Early Referral for Vein Mapping and AVF Placement - Before Leaving the Hospital (2/2008)
Early Referral to Vascular Surgeon [PDF, 58KB]
David Smith, RN, CHN & Connie Spuhler, RN, BSN, CNN Akron/Canton, OhioFistula Fast Track - What to Do When the Fistula Wasn't First
[PDF, 621KB]
Angela Schuler, RN
Fox Valley/Tri-cities Dialysis - Aurora, Illinois
Changing Patient Culture (6/2008)
Patient Centered Approach to Vascular Access [PDF, 87KB]
Lisa Pantaleone, RN
Provena Dialysis Centers - IL.Focus on Fistulas [PDF, 259KB]
Julia Colavincenzo, RN, CNN
Firelands Dialysis Center South - Sandusky Ohio