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Student Testimonial

Memorial Ceremony

“I don't stand here because it's OK to be speaking about someone whom I don't know.
"I stand here because I was one of the last people to spend time with her. I stand here because I was one of the last people to see her. I stand here because I was one of the last people to touch her; to know her; to be with her. And it is worth something for me to honestly proclaim that her last moments were of significance.”

-- Medical student Shawn Stone, in his speech honoring familes of donors on May 8, 2009 at the annual Anatomical Donor Memorial at Anschutz Medical Campus.

 

Anatomical Donor Memorial Ceremony, 2009

The Gift of Leaving Your Body To Science 


Anatomy is at the foundation of any course of study for health professionals from physicians, nurses and physician assistants to dentists and physical therapists. 

That is why body donation plays a pivotal role in educating our future health care professionals. Such generosity assists students in understanding the complexity and intricacy of human anatomy but can also be helpful to researchers studying new surgical or regenerative techniques to better serve patients.

There is a high demand for body donation. The State Anatomical Board works only with trusted institutions where your gift will be accepted with gratitude and treated respectfully.

If you are interested in leaving your body to science, please look through our Frequently Asked Questions and download the Donations Form. 

 

 >> The annual Donor Memorial is held each May at Anschutz Medical Center. Please see Testimonials for more information.