Amanda Salerno serves in the role of Sr. Donation Coordinator within the hospital and partner relations department at Gift of Hope Organ & Tissue Donor Network. Based in Chicago, Illinois, Amanda partners with large academic hospitals and transplant centers with a specific focus on the pediatric population.
Matching Family Expectations – Collaboration to Support Timely Donation Conversations
Tuesday, June 04, 2024, at 2:00pm
Donation requires a collaborative effort of the multidisciplinary team involved – the hospital, OPO and potential donor family. Throughout the discussion, we will explore the broader benefits of timely collaboration, aiming to enhance outcomes for families while fostering efficiency and success in partnerships between OPOs and hospitals. Additionally, special considerations will be addressed, particularly in assessing family readiness, acknowledging the unique needs of pediatric patient populations versus adults.