Help us shape new technology for remote monitoring of kidney function

This project aims to produce a practical guide to support the development of new devices for remote monitoring and self-testing of kidney function.
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About this project

Currently, regular check-ups for people who need their kidney function monitoring usually take place in hospitals or clinics. This means patients often need to travel and wait for tests, even when they are well and have no other need to see a healthcare professional.

New technologies in development could instead enable patients to self-test their kidney function at home. This project, led by What Works Centre for Wellbeing, is developed with Q Lab UK and supported by the Health Foundation and NHS England. It is delivered in partnership with the UK Kidney MedTech Research Network and South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, and aims to explore how the use of these technologies could impact on kidney care.

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How you can help

We are keen to hear the experiences and views of patients who require regular kidney function tests, and healthcare professionals who are responsible for their care.

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Share your views on using remote devices for kidney function monitoring

In this survey, we will ask about your preferred experience of using remote devices for kidney function monitoring, and the principles kidney care services offering these devices should follow.
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  • Survey
  • Opens: 10 April 2024
  • Closes: 23 April 2024
  • Effort: 10-15 mins
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Share your experiences of kidney care and views on future care technologies

In this survey, we will ask you about your current experiences of kidney care and how new remote monitoring and self-testing of kidney function could impact on this.
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  • Opens: 1 November 2023
  • Closes: 20 November 2023
  • Effort: 20 mins

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This project has been shaped by the following team.

  • Joanne Smithson

    Joanne Smithson

    Head of Implementation and Learning

    The What Works Centre for Wellbeing

  • Jonathan Murray

    Dr Jonathan Murray

    Renal Consultant

    South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

  • David Keane

    Dr David Keane

    Research Fellow

    School of Medicine at the University of Galway

  • Akram El Gabry

    Akram El Gabry

    Patient Researcher

  • David Forsdike

    David Forsake

    Patient Researcher

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