Vientiane: Friendship Hospital, in collaboration with the Lao Nephrology Society (LNS), has inaugurated a specialized training course focused on nursing and treatment for kidney disease. The course commenced on September 1 at Friendship Hospital.
According to Lao News Agency, the ceremony was co-chaired by Dr. Sonexay Ratsavong, Director of Friendship Hospital, and Dr. Chanmaly Keomanivong, President of the Lao Nephrology Society and Head of the Nephrology Department at Friendship Hospital. The event was attended by relevant officials and invited guests.
The four-month training programme, scheduled to run from September 1 to December 25, 2026, is a part of the Continuing Professional Development (CPD) strategic plan. The programme is designed to enhance the knowledge and practical skills of nurses specializing in hemodialysis (HD) and peritoneal dialysis (PD). This initiative aims to ensure the provision of safe and standardized care for patients suffering from kidney disease.
A total of seven nurses are p
articipating in the programme. The participants include two nurses from Houaphanh Provincial Hospital, two from Friendship Hospital, and one each from Military Hospital 107 in Luang Prabang, Saimangkorn Hospital, and Kasemrad International Hospital Vientiane.
Throughout the programme, participants will engage in both theoretical instruction and practical, hands-on training. Experienced instructors and trainers will guide the nurses to ensure they receive comprehensive education in the field.