New Delhi, 19th September 2025: Max Hospital, Saket, a Center of Excellence (COE) for HDF in dialysis therapy, recently conducted the first Hemodiafiltration (HDF) certification workshop for nephrologists. The training was held at the Center of Excellence to enhance clinical expertise and improve patient outcomes by equipping healthcare professionals with the knowledge and skills to drive the adoption of advanced HDF therapy in India.

The one-day training program offered a comprehensive curriculum that included clinical concepts, hands-on sessions, and case-based learning tailored for nephrologists. The program was attended by over 50 healthcare professionals. Attendees also visited the advanced dialysis unit at Max to experience HDF-enabled dialysis machines, a medical-grade water treatment system, and a central delivery system.

Max Hospital, Saket is one of the pioneers in India to adopt advanced therapies such as HDF to improve patient outcomes. The training program was conducted under the leadership of Dr. Dinesh Khullar, Chairman – Nephrology & Renal Transplant Medicine, Max Hospital, Saket. Dr. Dinesh Khullar stated: “We are proud to lead this training program for nephrologists and dialysis professionals. This is a program built by clinicians, for clinicians—with the goal of advancing kidney care through shared knowledge, evidence-based practice, and hands-on learning.”

HDF is associated with improved clearance of toxins and better patient outcomes. Recent clinical studies have shown that patients treated with hemodiafiltration had a 23% better survival rate compared to those on standard high-flux hemodialysis. HDF has also been shown to improve patients’ quality of life compared to standard hemodialysis.

The successful completion of the first HDF training program in India marks a significant milestone in advancing professional development and capacity-building in the region. The enthusiastic participation and positive feedback from attendees underscore the growing demand for such high-impact initiatives. As this achievement is celebrated, more transformative programs will be planned under COEs to foster learning and collaboration.