DCI Frankfort

08/06/2026

Miss Fistulina became camera-ready to share some important information with our clinic. She wants you to know that monitoring fluid intake is crucial because failing kidneys can no longer properly filter excess water from the body. Limiting fluids prevents dangerous fluid overload, which protects your heart, lungs, and blood pressure, and ensures your dialysis treatments remain comfortable and effective.

Excess fluid accumulation between treatments directly causes several severe health issues, including:

Heart strain: Extra fluid increases blood pressure and forces the heart to work harder, which can lead to long-term heart damage.
Breathing difficulties: Fluid can build up in your lungs (pulmonary congestion), causing shortness of breath.
Severe swelling: Excess water pools in your face, hands, abdomen, and ankles (edema).
Uncomfortable dialysis sessions: Having to remove too much accumulated fluid during a single treatment session often results in painful cramping, sudden drops in blood pressure, dizziness, and nausea

07/23/2026

Our Home Program here in Frankfort is growing now that we have both home treatment modalities to offer our patients. If you’d like more information about our Home Program, please let the staff know!

At DCI, our goal is to help you live your best life with kidney disease, including maintaining independence and flexibility through home dialysis.

Pennsylvania patient Barry shares how home dialysis on his schedule keeps him working and doing what he loves – capturing the best plays on the sidelines as an NFL and collegiate sports photojournalist.

Curious about home dialysis? Ask your health team if it’s an option for you!

Check out Barry’s story here:
🔗 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-sJMI6eJmAk
🔗 https://www.dciinc.org/2026/06/04/home-dialysis-and-circle-of-support-keep-barry-on-the-field/

07/13/2026

 Have you ever wondered why you get cold while getting your hemodialysis treatment? Miss Fistulina would like you to know that it’s very common, affecting up to 70% of our patients. It is primarily caused by dialysate cooling (fluid used to filter your blood is often set to a slightly lower temperature to stabilize your blood pressure). Anemia can also be a major factor, as fewer red blood cells result in reduced heat and oxygen circulation.
She strongly encourages all of our patients to wear warm clothing that provides a visible/easy access to your fistula, graft, or catheter to make sure you stay warm during your treatment.

07/09/2026

🎉 Everyone, meet our newest team member! 🎉
Today is the birthday of our brand-new mascot! 🩷 We're excited to introduce a friendly face who will be joining us on social media to share smiles, celebrate milestones, and brighten your day. We can't wait for you to get to know them. Welcome to the family! 🩺✨

07/04/2026

07/03/2026

Happy 4th of July from all of us at DCI Frankfort!!! 🇺🇸 🎆 🗽

06/26/2026

Congrats to one of our patients who was the recipient of a successful kidney transplant this week!!!!

06/22/2026

Surgeons at the University of Kentucky Chandler Hospital have successfully completed a kidney transplant using robotic technology, marking a first for a region that includes Kentucky, Southern Ohio, West Virginia and Tennessee. Details below.

06/21/2026

Happy Father’s Day from all of us at DCI!

06/08/2026

For our Franklin County patients who have earning their GED as a goal!!!! Thorn Hill is Franklin County’s Community Center and FULL of amazing programs!! Speak with the clinic Social Worker about the opportunities for yourself or your family located at Thorn Hill.

WHAT DOES THIS MEAN? If you are a student at Thorn Hill, come in and test anytime we are open!!!!