LifeSource is honored to fulfill the decision of people in our community to save lives through tissue and organ donation. Families like The Yangs found healing knowing their son saved lives and helped others.
One of 56 Organ Procurement Organizations (OPOs) in the country, we serve the second largest geographical region, focusing on Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota and portions of western Wisconsin.
The organ donation process has been described as symphony; it takes many people working in concert to make the complex process happen.
Organ Procurement Organizations (OPOs) are the vital bridge between donors, their families and potential recipients.
At LifeSource, we have a clear purpose – to inspire the public to register and work with all of our partners to support donor families, manage the donation process, transport the gifts to the transplant center and lead our communities towards a culture of donation.
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Have you ever driven by or seen a Donate Life flag flying at a local hospital? When a donation case occurs, a Donate Flag is often flown for 24 hours to honor the gift of the life the individual gave through organ, eye or tissue donation.
April, National Donate Life Month, is dedicated to encouraging others to join the tissue, eye and organ donor registry; and honoring those who have saved lives through these gifts of life.
In the world of medicine, one of the most powerful innovations emerging in the field of organ donation and transplantation is Normothermic Regional Perfusion. This cutting-edge medical technique allows more transplant recipients to live healthier and longer lives.
How the implementation of iTransplant and UKG will drive smarter decisions and transform outcomes for organ donation.
Mar 26
for Donor Families
LifeSource is excited to announce another workshop opportunity for donor families! Please join us on Wednesday March 26th from 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. CST for a virtual opportunity: My Loved One Was a Donor…Then What?
Apr 26
Please join LifeSource for our annual Donation Advocacy Awards Brunch as we recognize and honor ambassadors, partners and community members who have helped further our life-saving mission.
While men’s lives are greatly impacted by organ donation, fewer of them are registered organ donors. Our latest public awareness campaign, Men Are the Answer, aims to encourage men who are ready to register to get the facts and take action to save lives.
Pictured left: Coyle, kidney recipient, with his dad
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