Downloadable computer software for the control, monitoring and management of dialysis treatment sessions, for managing and analyzing dialysis patient data and dialysis treatment protocols, and for detecting and displaying dialysis treatment parameters; downloadable software for creating and updating specific operating modes for dialysis machines; downloadable software in the nature of a mobile application to facilitate communication, namely, allowing patients and healthcare professionals to access, collect and share information, vital signs and other health information in the treatment of kidney disease; downloadable software in the nature of a mobile application that enables users to receive medical diagnosis and consultation, prescription management, and medical device and therapy training in the treatment of kidney disease; downloadable computer software and mobile application for diagnosing hardware issues, analyzing operational parameters of equipment, analyzing installed applications, remotely locating equipment and recovery capabilities, and a search engine for support, repair and maintenance services, all for dialysis systems