Mission Statement
The Renal Research Institute (RRI) is dedicated to
advancing therapy options for dialysis patients to
provide the highest caliber of care based on advanced
clinical technology. The Institute is committed to
research and innovation that will lead to improved
patient outcomes and quality of life. RRI strives
for a compassionate approach to our patients and to
fulfill the needs and expectations of our customers.
Through efficient application of new clinical therapies
and technical innovations, RRI seeks to expand our
network of facilities in collaboration with academic
centers. We are dedicated to providing comprehensive
renal services to providers, regional insurers, and
managed care organizations with full recognition of
the economic constraint under which we operate. Through
the Fresenius/Beth Israel Medical Center partnership
and its network of academic facilities, RRI is able
to enhance the spectrum of comprehensive renal services
by advancing peritoneal and hemodialysis therapies
through clinical research and the application of practice
guidelines and new technology.
Organization
Formed in early 1997, as a joint venture between
Fresenius Medical Care - North America and Beth Israel
Medical Center, RRI is an administratively distinct
institution. The institute is a collaborative effort
among a selected group of dialysis facilities with
strong ties to academic research institutions. This
synergy among designated academic research universities,
industry, and dialysis clinics is the first of its
kind in the field of kidney disease. A research board,
with representatives from RRI's academic partners
and dialysis facilities, develops and sets priorities
for research programs.
RRI's primary goal is to produce measurable improvements
in patient outcomes by building on a solid foundation
of clinical research in nephrology. RRI will evaluate
the development and application of new technology
to enhance the quality of patient care.
Another important component involves the application
of the NKF-DOQI Clinical Practice Guidelines in all
RRI dialysis facilities. In conjunction with this
effort, current dialysis practices will be examined
to improve their efficiency and to measure the cost-effectiveness
of treatment changes.
Operational Principles
- Nephrology Disease Management
- Advance the field of dialysis
- Technology development
- Participation in research at all levels
- Application of practice guidelines
- Development of integrated data systems
- Quality of life assessment
- Exercise and rehabilitation programs
- Extensive quality assurance programs with continuous
quality improvement
- Quantification of comprehensive financial element:
- Hospital costs
- Dialysis facility costs
- Nephrologist and other physician costs
- Sets quality goals for each facility
Consulting and Administrative Services
RRI offers numerous dialysis related services to
physicians, outpatient clinics, and hospitals:
- Outpatient Dialysis Consulting and Administrative
Services
- Inpatient Acute Nephrology Services
- Therapeutic Apheresis Administrative Services
- Facility Planning and Construction
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