ABOUT US
We are a privately owned company that provides haemodialysis treatment for over 35 years in the Commonwealth of The Bahamas. We are a team of doctors, nurses, technicians, administrators and other support staff, who have continuously provided care for persons with kidney failure.
History
Dialysis treatments started in The Bahamas in the early 1970s. A product of the vision of Dr. Ronald Knowles, the Kidney Centre, opened its doors in 1985 in Nassau, the country’s capital with the assistance of nurse Hannah Grant. Today there are three Kidney Centres in our islands, serving patients in Nassau, Freeport, Grand Bahama and Marsh Harbour, Abaco.
VISION
To remain the premier dialysis provider in The Bahamas, committed to maintaining the highest standard of patient care and professional development, which sustains and improves the health of individuals in the community which we serve.
MISSION
To optimize the highest level of patient care outcomes, through evidence-based best practices, research, and the use of state-of-the-art technology by caring and well-trained staff. We exist to render service and quality medical care to all of our patients, regardless of race, religion, gender or nationality.
CORE VALUES
In support of our vision and mission, the Kidney Centre embraces the following core values:
Respect
for the patient, each other and the environment of which we work
Integrity
dedication to honesty and high standards through personal leadership
Compassion
a sympathetic awareness for each person’s needs
Commitment
to teamwork and creativity
Education
continuous learning and fostering excellence
