In Memoriam: Debi Surlas
UNOS was saddened to learn of the death of kidney–pancreas recipient and former OPTN/UNOS board member Debi Surlas, who died February 5 after a valiant struggle with breast cancer.
Social Worker Honored with NDM Award for Excellence
United Network for Organ Sharing (UNOS) presented Barbara Lee, M.S.W., of Greenville, N.C., the 2014 National Donor Memorial Award for Excellence in recognition of her work as a donation champion for more than two decades. The award was presented during UNOS’ June... In Memoriam: Kathe LeBeau and Nefeterius McPherson
UNOS is saddened by the sudden passing this week of Katherine “Kathe” LeBeau and Nefeterius McPherson. Both were staunch and tireless advocates for donation and transplantation.
Michigan Woman Honored with National Donor Memorial Award for Excellence
Patty Jo Herndon of Chelsea, Mich., has received the 2013 National Donor Memorial Award for Excellence for her volunteer efforts to promote organ, eye and tissue donation since 1997. The Award for Excellence was presented during the June board meeting of United... New Jersey Man Honored with National Award of Excellence for Organ Donation Advocacy
RICHMOND, Va., June 25, 2012 – Tom Gano of Cherry Hill, N.J. has received the 2012 National Donor Memorial Award of Excellence for his outstanding volunteer efforts in promoting organ and tissue donation. The award was presented during the June board meeting of United...