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A referral is required through the Nephrology or Transplant Program in Halifax.
The Nephrology/Transplant unit provides short-term, in-hospital care to patients with renal disease and pre/post-operative care for patients undergoing kidney transplant.
Patient Education Resources
Your Kidney Transplant
This pamphlet explains what to expect when you have a kidney transplant. Topics include getting on the kidney transplant wait list, what to do while you wait for a kidney transplant, what to expect when you get called for a kidney, your hospital stay, and recovery. This pamphlet is also available in French.
High Phosphorus Foods to Eat After Your Kidney Transplant
Sometimes after a kidney transplant your phosphorus level can be low. A good way to increase your phosphorus level is by eating foods high in phosphorus.
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Taking Your Medications When You Are Sick After a Kidney Transplant
This pamphlet lists medications you should not take if you get very sick with diarrhea (loose, watery poop), or you are vomiting (throwing up) after a kidney transplant. Information about what to do if you have not taken your medication(s) for more than 1 day (24 hours) and/or cannot keep fluids down without vomiting is included.
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New Health Information System
Nova Scotia Health's new health information system will continue to roll out beginning November 14th, 2026, at all facilities in the Northern, Eastern and Western Zones.
During this time of transition to a better patient-record system, our teams will keep working to get you the care you need.
You may notice staff in coloured vests and t-shirts helping our care teams adapt to the new system.
We appreciate your patience and understanding.
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