Gift of Life Institute Blog


Providing Effective Feedback to OPO Professionals

By Elizabeth Spencer, BS, MPH | December 29, 2022

Effective employee skills feedback can have profound effects. All staff in the potential role of “coach” to donation professionals should embrace this opportunity for powerful individual employee and organizational growth.


National Recovery Month

By Jacqui Kates, LSW, CT | August 15, 2022

As we approach International Overdose Awareness Day and recognize National Recovery Month, it is important to remember that how a person dies does not define the person’s life or character, nor does it diminish the suffering experienced by those left behind.


The Art and Science of Leadership

By Theresa A. Daly | June 24, 2022

Organizations committed to donation and transplantation are facing complex challenges that require the rapid development of leaders. Now, more than ever, leaders must: learn and deploy core management skills; develop a broad strategic perspective; take their leadership skills to the next level; and expand their professional and personal networks.


Compassionate Care

By Pamela Albert, RN, BSN, CPTC | April 1, 2022

Compassionate care in action means helping family members be as comfortable as possible in the worst moments of their lives, so that they are able to understand the information that is being shared and embrace the live-changing donation decision.



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