The Untold Impact of EMS on Organ Donation: Transforming Tragedy into Hope
In this episode, we discuss the profound impact that one patient’s organ donation can have on society. Even when not every patient gets to go home, the ability to donate organs can positively affect up to 80 people, multiplying our impact and service to the community. Guest Chris Meeks, a critical care flight paramedic and organ recovery coordinator discusses the ethical considerations and the surprising impact EMS has on the potential for organ donation, even in cases that appear to be ‘lost causes’. Tune in to understand how your work in EMS may have more far-reaching positive effects than you realize.