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Services

Dialysis (Nephrology)

What We Do

The Nephrology team at Walsall Manor Hospital provides a specialist kidney care service for the local region, bringing expert care closer to home. Led by two full-time consultant nephrologists and supported by visiting consultants and specialist nurses from The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust, our service provides comprehensive care for both inpatients and outpatients. We have a dedicated team on Ward 15, which includes an Acute Kidney Injury (AKI) nurse, as well as support from renal dietitians and the diabetes team for patients with diabetic kidney disease.

Our service also works closely with partners for renal replacement therapy and dialysis. The main dialysis unit for Walsall patients is located at Green Lane and is managed by Diaverum UK Ltd. For critically ill inpatients, we offer haemofiltration within our Intensive Care Unit. Peritoneal dialysis and transplant services are provided in collaboration with regional centres at New Cross Hospital in Wolverhampton and the Queen Elizabeth Hospital in Birmingham.

Where We Are Based

Our services are provided at various locations to meet patient needs.

  • Outpatient clinics: Located at Walsall Manor Hospital, on routes 004 and 107.
  • Inpatients: Specialist care is provided on Ward 15 and other inpatient locations within Walsall Manor Hospital.
  • Dialysis Unit: Located at Green Lane, Walsall.
  • Peritoneal Dialysis/Transplant follow-up: New Cross Hospital, Wolverhampton, and Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Birmingham.

Walsall Manor Hospital Address: Moat Road Walsall West Midlands WS2 9PS

How to Access the Service

Referrals to the Nephrology service are typically made by your GP or another healthcare professional.

  • Urgent Referrals: For severe Acute Kidney Injury (AKI), patients are admitted via A&E or the Acute Medical Unit (AMU). Your GP or medical professional must contact the service directly to arrange a “hot” clinic appointment.
  • Waiting Times: Typical waiting times are around two weeks for urgent (“hot”) appointments, while non-urgent appointments can have a wait time of up to 18 weeks.

Contact Us

  • Renal Secretary:
    • Telephone: 01922 656054
    • Email: sec.renal@walsallhospitals.nhs.uk
  • Service Lead (Dr Riaz Bavakunji):
    • Email: riaz.bavakunji@walsallhealthcare.nhs.uk

Useful Resources

  • Kidney Care UK: Offers support and information for anyone affected by kidney disease.
  • The National Kidney Federation: Provides resources and guidance for patients and their families.
  • Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust’s Outpatient and Day Case Centre pages: For further information on navigating our hospital services.