Transplant coordinators are healthcare professionals responsible for managing the process of organ transplants, ensuring that both donors and recipients are carefully matched and that all logistical, medical, and emotional aspects of the transplant are handled efficiently.
Their role is crucial for ensuring the smooth operation of transplant procedures, both for the donor and the recipient. They help prepare the recipient for the transplant surgery, including ensuring they are medically stable and ready for the procedure. After the transplant, coordinators may follow up with the recipient to ensure that they are recovering properly and managing post-surgery care.
They may also be involved in educating patients, families, and the community about organ donation and the transplant process. They advocate for organ donation awareness and its importance.
This book is a guide to organ donation and transplantation for medical and paramedical students hoping to pursue a career as a transplant coordinator.
Covering key concepts, each chapter is dedicated to transplantation of a different organ. Separate sections cover brain death, immunosuppressants, and organ preservation.
The text is highly illustrated and features more than 1000 MCQs for self-assessment.