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Originally posted by Pete Hanlin:
In the May edition of "Optometry" (the AOA's Journal), some OD students from Berkley's College of Optometry noted the suprising lack of donor corneas (only 46,000 available in 1996).
Having seen the results of successful keratoplasty (the most successful of transplantation procedures), I would hope that those in the optical field (like Opticians) make it a point to sign and carry the organ donor card that informs doctors of your intent to donate your corneas.
Just a passing thought...
Pete
In addition to the donor card, which I carry, I have an informational display from Tissue Banks International in my store. TBI will be in the exhibit hall during the Opticians National Convention in June. I urge every Optician to stop by their booth and register to receive these materials. The work they do, along with other donor organizations like the Lions Eye Banks, is invaluable.