Founded in 1976, the Body Donation Program at Oregon Health & Sciences University has been an integral part of medical education and research in Oregon. It is one of several programs that exist under Donate Life Northwest, a service organization involved with tissue, organ, and whole body donations.
Integrity
For more than 30 years, the OHSU Body Donation Program has enjoyed a reputation of integrity within the donor community. In complete compliance with federal regulations (Anatomical Gifts Act), the Body Donation Program does not and will never engage in profiteering from the use of human remains. All donated remains are handled and treated in accordance with the highest ethical standards.
Trust
Every year, between 150 and 250 altruistic citizens of Oregon and the greater Pacific Northwest donate their bodies and place their trust in us to honor and carry out their final wishes. Our pledge to these remarkable individuals and their families is that we will ensure the appropriate use of their remains toward the advancement of medical education and scientific research.
Service
The OHSU Body Donation Program was established over three decades ago to provide the opportunity for whole body donation to those who wish to make a final, end-of-life contribution to society. The service we offer benefits not only the donors and their families but also the entire community of students and practitioners of medical science.
