How can I leave my body to medical science?!
Question: I am an organ and tissue donor. If my organs and tissues aren't viable (usable), I will be donated to a local medical school.
It is my understanding (I haven't fully researched it, but have been told) that I will be preserved in formaldehyde for 2 years and shipped out-of-state. I also understand this is done in case a relative of mine in my home state goes to medical school and ends up having to dissect me, causing him/her mental anguish.
Is there a teaching hospital/medical school near you? Try
http://www.ehow.com/how_110893_donate-bo...
Answers: I am an organ and tissue donor. If my organs and tissues aren't viable (usable), I will be donated to a local medical school.
It is my understanding (I haven't fully researched it, but have been told) that I will be preserved in formaldehyde for 2 years and shipped out-of-state. I also understand this is done in case a relative of mine in my home state goes to medical school and ends up having to dissect me, causing him/her mental anguish.
Is there a teaching hospital/medical school near you? Try
http://www.ehow.com/how_110893_donate-bo...
Contact a medical dept at a major collage, in a lot of cases, they will actually pay you before you untimely demise.