Dialysis access

“I need help with my journey through dialysis.”

Dialysis access is the connection, such as a fistula, graft, or catheter, that makes dialysis possible. If your kidneys fail, dialysis cleans and filters your blood until a successful kidney transplant. A reliable access makes it easier, safer, and more comfortable, and we tailor it to your needs.

What we treat

  • If you are newly on dialysis
  • If you will soon be on dialysis
  • Problems with your dialysis fistula or graft
  • Central vein blockages leading to chest or arm swelling
  • Problems with your peritoneal dialysis catheter
  • Dialysis associated steal syndrome

How we help

  • AV fistula and graft creation or revision
  • Peritoneal dialysis catheter placement or revision
  • Angioplasty or unclogging of your dialysis access
  • Placement of the VasQ™ fistula support device when appropriate
Dr. Pham holding a VasQ device box, with two others beside him
A fistula support device placed where a vein joins an artery for dialysis access
Image: VasQ, Laminate Medical

Medical content reviewed by Xuan-Binh (Ben) Pham, M.D., vascular surgeon. Last reviewed November 2026.

Talk with a vascular surgeon

Call our office, or send a request and we’ll call you back to schedule.