About Us
At Renal Rides, we understand that dependable transportation is an essential part of receiving quality healthcare. We specialize in transportation services for renal patients, helping individuals safely and comfortably reach the facilities where they receive the life-sustaining care they need.
Meet Our Founder and Partner
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Heather Harris, Founder of Renal Rides LLC
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Renal Rides was founded by Heather Harris, whose extensive background in healthcare services and personal journey as a caregiver to her elderly mother and retired nurse of over 50 years, living with end‑stage renal failure (ESRF). Heather's firsthand experiences initiated a commitment to ensuring dependable transportation for individuals undergoing renal treatment.
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Through years of supporting patients and navigating the healthcare environment, Heather recognized the challenges many individuals face in securing reliable transportation to life-sustaining treatments. This understanding led to the creation of Renal Rides, a company built on compassion, reliability, and a commitment to patient-centered service.
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While Heather's expertise is rooted in healthcare services and patient support, she is supported by a leadership team of experienced medical professionals with more than 80 years of combined nursing experience in nephrology, oncology, intensive care, telemetry, and spinal cord injury care.
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Together, they provide the clinical insight and patient-focused approach that help shape the Renal Rides experience.
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Heather's vision remains at the heart of the company:
Every patient deserves safe, dependable transportation delivered with dignity, compassion, and care.
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Garletha Allen, RN, MSN, CNN – Partner & Clinical AdvisorÂ
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Garletha Allen brings more than 35 years of nursing experience to her role as Partner and Clinical Advisor at Renal Rides, where she helps shape a service that goes beyond transportation to truly support patient well-being. A Registered Nurse with a Master of Science in Nursing and a Certified Nephrology Nurse, Garletha has dedicated much of her career to nephrology, caring for patients facing some of the most challenging health journeys. Her deep clinical knowledge allows her to anticipate and address the unique needs of individuals requiring kidney-related care.
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At Renal Rides, Garletha’s influence ensures that every trip is guided by the same principles she has upheld throughout her nursing career—safety, dignity, compassion, and trust. She sees transportation not just as a means of getting from one place to another, but as an essential extension of care, where patients feel respected, understood, and supported every step of the way. Her commitment inspires the team to deliver a service that patients and families can rely on with confidence.
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