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18th UK Annual Dialysis Conference

Organised by the The Dialysis Society
Dates16–18 Sept 2026
LocationManchester, United Kingdom
Trainee£228
FormatHybrid option
A three-day UK dialysis conference in Manchester covering dialysis access, home therapies, sarcopenia, anaemia, vascular access, current challenges and technology-enabled dialysis care.
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Reviewed byDr Robert BaxterDr Robert Baxter· Junior Clinical Fellow, Acute Medical Unit· Updated 26 Jul 2026
At a glance
NetworkingStrong networking value through a three-day in-person meeting, industry exhibition,…View detail

Strong networking value through a three-day in-person meeting, industry exhibition, workshops and a Thursday conference dinner/drinks reception.

Research ValueModerate portfolio value from best-practice, case-based and evidence-to-practice sessions, but…View detail

Moderate portfolio value from best-practice, case-based and evidence-to-practice sessions, but no visible abstract submission or publication route was found on the official pages.

Trainee RelevanceUseful for renal trainees and non-consultant doctors because the programme…View detail

Useful for renal trainees and non-consultant doctors because the programme focuses on applied dialysis care, access, home therapies, prescribing, shared care and current service challenges.

ProgrammeSchedule and session highlights
Key Themes
Dialysis accessHome haemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis growthLife-centric dialysis careSarcopenia and nutritionAnaemia and novel therapiesBlood-borne viruses and infection preventionAI, data analytics and guideline implementationShared care and incremental dialysis
12:15-13:15
Registration/Lunch
Registration, refreshments and lunch
13:15-13:30
Welcome
Welcome Address - 18th UK Annual Dialysis Conference
13:30-13:55
Lecture
Access Surveillance: How, When and Why?
Alison Swain, Bradford
13:55-14:20
Lecture
Managing high flow fistula
Saeed Ahmed, Sunderland
14:20-14:50
Case discussion
Dialysis Access MDT: Interactive Case Discussion
Antonious Hanna and Ryan Villanueva, Stevenage
14:50-15:15
Keynote
Optimizing Vascular Access: Guidelines vs Realitykeynote
Charmaine Lok, Canada
15:30-18:00
Workshops
Transition from paediatric to adult care; dialysis-restricted diets; capacity, consent and courts
Dean Wallace; Jyoti Baharani and Elaine Corden; Rosie Donne
SpeakersKeynotes and featured experts
Keynote
CL
Charmaine Lok
Canada
Optimizing Vascular Access: Guidelines vs Reality; Novel Therapy with Fish Oils
AS
Alison Swain
Bradford
Access Surveillance: How, When and Why?
SA
Saeed Ahmed
Sunderland
Managing high flow fistula
AJ
Anu Jayanti
Manchester
Rethinking life-centric home dialysis - prescription or partnership?
MW
Martin Wilkie
Sheffield
Challenging the ceiling of PD growth with technology
Keynote
AB
Adrian Brown
London
Losing weight, not muscle. A balanced approach to weight management programme in dialysis
PK
Phil Kalra
Salford
Transforming anaemia care in dialysis
JH
John Hartemink
Manchester
Evidence to Practice: Transforming How We Use Guidelines Using AI
LU
Len Uysevat
USA
Advanced Prescribing Using Data Analytics
MM
Mariana Murea
USA
Are we ready for incremental dialysis to be standard of care?
FC
Fergus Caskey
Bristol
What have we learned for the Prepare for Kidney Care Study
Costs & registrationTrainee tickets £228
CategoryPrice
Standard (consultant)£390
Trainee£228
Conference timeline1 key date
16 Sept 2026
Conference begins
Venue & travelThe Lowry Hotel · Manchester
ParkingAinscow Hotel is described as offering on-site car parking; check hotel and venue arrangements before booking.
By TrainThe registration page lists nearby Manchester hotels, including options within about 10 minutes walk of the conference venue and Salford Central Railway Station.
AccommodationThe Lowry Hotel conference-venue rate is listed as GBP 200 per room B&B; cancellation after 20 August 2026 is non-refundable for accommodation booked via the conference.
Venue DetailsThe Lowry Hotel, Dearmans Place, Manchester M3 5LH.
City Visitor ChargeManchester City Visitor Charge is listed as GBP 1 per room per night, payable on checkout at participating accommodation providers.
MedicMess tips6 practical tips

MedicMess Tips

  • Three-day registration includes refreshments, conference dinner/drinks reception and free Dialysis Society membership.
  • For every five fee-paying three-day delegates from the same dialysis unit, the registration page offers two free three-day passes, excluding accommodation.
  • Patients can attend face-to-face presentations free of charge, but the conference dinner is not included.
  • Virtual access includes industry workshops during refreshment breaks but not programme workshops.
  • Accommodation booked via the conference is non-refundable if cancelled after 20 August 2026.
  • No abstract submission route or deadline was visible on the conference, programme or registration pages inspected.
Complete guideFull MedicMess editorial briefing

The 18th UK Annual Dialysis Conference runs from 16 to 18 September 2026 at The Lowry Hotel in Manchester, with face-to-face and virtual attendance options. The theme is Putting Life First: Advancing Dialysis for Every Patient. The programme is built around practical dialysis care for a multiprofessional renal audience, with sessions on dialysis access, transition from paediatric to adult care, dialysis-restricted diets, consent and capacity, home haemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis growth, sarcopenia, anaemia care, fish oils, dialysis water purification, blood-borne viruses, shared care, AI-enabled guideline use and incremental dialysis. The site publishes a detailed HTML timetable with chairs and speakers, plus a conference dinner on Thursday evening. Registration fees are visible: three-day non-consultant access is GBP 228 and consultant access is GBP 390; one-day access is GBP 120 for non-consultants and GBP 180 for consultants; virtual access is GBP 90 to GBP 120, and a unit virtual package is GBP 540 for up to 25 staff. Patients can attend presentations face to face free of charge, excluding the dinner. No abstract submission route, abstract deadline, categories or publication outcome were visible on the conference, programme, registration or product pages read during this scrape. CPD/CME points were not stated on the Dialysis Society pages inspected.

Frequently asked
When is 18th UK Annual Dialysis Conference?
18th UK Annual Dialysis Conference takes place 16–18 Sept 2026 in The Lowry Hotel, Manchester.
Where is 18th UK Annual Dialysis Conference held?
18th UK Annual Dialysis Conference is held at The Lowry Hotel, Manchester, United Kingdom. A virtual/hybrid attendance option is available.
How much does 18th UK Annual Dialysis Conference cost?
Registration is £228 for trainees, £390 standard.
Is 18th UK Annual Dialysis Conference CPD accredited?
Yes — 18th UK Annual Dialysis Conference is CPD accredited.
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