Jamie Martin serves as a Donation Liaison at Gift of Hope. She has been with Gift of Hope for 2.5 years and has partnered closely with hospital partners on the pediatric units within the Chicagoland service area. Prior to her time at Gift of Hope, she worked as a Certified Child Life Specialist for 4 years. Jamie strives to support families and hospital partners throughout the referral and donation process by encouraging timely conversations and strong communication.
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.