Donation Perspectives & Community Pulse
Donation Perspectives is AOPO’s blog series sharing stories, insights, and progress from across the donation and transplantation community. Community Pulse brings in guest voices from OPOs, partners, clinicians, and advocates to showcase collaboration, community engagement, organ utilization efforts, and emerging trends that honor the gift of life and help save more lives.
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Advancing the Future of Organ Donation: The Mission of the AOPO Foundation
Advancing the Future of Organ Donation:The Mission of the AOPO Foundation The AOPO Foundation stands at the forefront of organ and tissue donation, dedicated to driving progress in this critical field through research and innovation. As a 501(c)3 organization, the...
AOPO President’s Address: What OPOs Do Matters in Saving Lives
AOPO President’s Address:What OPOs Do Matters in Saving Lives Our President, Dorrie Dils, took the stage at AOPO’s Annual Meeting in a stunning pink suit, delivering an inspiring Barbie-themed President’s Address. Much like in the movie, when Barbie’s life is turned...
Advocating for Advancements in Donation & Transplant
Advocating for Advancements in Donation & Transplant On May 15, members of the Association of Organ Procurement Organizations (AOPO) gathered on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C. to connect with legislators and staff regarding the life-saving mission of OPOs. The...
The Many Roles of OPOs: Supporting Donors and Families
The Many Roles of OPOs: Supporting Donors and Families Organ Procurement Organizations (OPOs) are non-profit entities designated by the federal government to oversee the complex and life-saving process of organ donation. The responsibilities of an OPO are extensive...
Addressing the Critical Challenge of Organ Non-Utilization
Addressing the Critical Challenge of Organ Non-Utilization The Association of Organ Procurement Organizations (AOPO) is addressing the most critical and ongoing challenge within the U.S. organ donation and transplant system – organ non-utilization. We are dedicated to...
Our Nation’s OPOs are Strong: AOPO President Calls on CMS to Safeguard Organ Donation System
Our Nation's OPOs are Strong: AOPO President Calls on CMS to Safeguard Organ Donation SystemHi, I'm Colleen McCarthy, President of the Association of Organ Procurement Organizations, or AOPO. I'm here to discuss a pressing issue that could impact the lives of...
AOPO 2023 Year in Review: 50K Report
As we conclude a dynamic 2023, I am proud to introduce AOPO’s Year in Review, a comprehensive summary of our collective efforts and achievements throughout the year. This report reflects the tireless work of our community and highlights the...
Reflecting on a Year of Collaboration and Progress: Advancing Organ Donation and Transplantation Together
Reflecting on a Year of Collaboration and Progress: Advancing Organ Donation and Transplantation Together As we approach the end of another remarkable year, the Association of Organ Procurement Organizations (AOPO) is filled with gratitude and pride as we reflect on...
AOPO Educates & Inspires Leaders in the Organ Donation Community
Dedicated OPOs Initiate Quality Improvements: AOPO Leading the Way Recently, the Association of Organ Procurement Organizations (AOPO) hosted a series of dynamic leadership meetings in Buckhead-Atlanta, Georgia. These events allowed current leadership teams and...
Dedicated OPOs Initiate Quality Improvements: AOPO Leading the Way
Dedicated OPOs Initiate Quality Improvements: AOPO Leading the Way In the organ donation and transplantation field, continuous improvement is not just a goal but a necessity. It’s this philosophy that drives the Association of Organ Procurement Organizations (AOPO) to...