Katie Barrett has spent most of her Hospital Development career focusing on end-of-life care. She has had the opportunity to grow her resume in several major markets such as Tulsa, Denver, Las Vegas, and Houston. Katie’s passion for donation comes from personal experiences that have opened her eyes to the tremendous amount of emotion that is involved with the donation process. Having the opportunity to offer families a way to create a legacy for their loved one is not only lifesaving, but it is a large part in the healing process.
Matching Family Expectations – Collaboration to Support Timely Donation Conversations
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.