It brought together experts from Transplant Procurement Management, University of the West Indies, National Organ Transplant Unit, Nephrology, Organ donor families, and Organ Transplant Recipients. It was well subscribed by the targeted segments of the public, including NGOs with health oversight, tertiary level students, forensic police officers, judicial officers and Forensic Science Centre staff, patients with CKD, lupus, diabetes and members of the general public.
TOPICS
Importance of kidneys & care
When kidneys fail
The gift of life
Eyewitness reports:
“A loved one gave me a second chance”
“I have a great life after donating my kidney”
“My family gave life and we got comfort through our daughter’s passing ”
“A Deceased Organ Donor saved my life”
Life after donating a kidney
Legal, Ethical and Religious aspects of Donation and Transplantation