May 23, 2024 | 50K Organ Transplants Campaign, Advocates, Donation, Donation Perspectives
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...
Apr 24, 2024 | Uncategorized
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...
Mar 27, 2024 | Donation Perspectives
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...
Feb 28, 2024 | Donation Perspectives
Our Nation’s OPOs are Strong: AOPO President Calls on CMS to Safeguard Organ Donation System Hi, 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...
Jan 30, 2024 | Donation Perspectives
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 incredible strides we have...