| Webinar Series Launched |  |
In August 2011, ISOP formed an Education Committee as a sub-committee to the board of directors.
These individuals collectively bring over 54 years of experience from preservation, and are tasked with launching a series of webinars.
The first of which occurred on October 19, 2011, presented by Martin J. Mangino, Ph.D. on Principles of Organ Preservation.
173 people joined the call from 48 differnet OPOs/Agencies!
Thank you!
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Dear ISOP,
Congratulations to the entire team of the International Society for Organ Preservation on your October Webinar!
ISOP is propelling to the top in becoming the "GO TO" organization for preservation issues.
You've set the bar high but I know that continued success is inevitable for ISOP.
The officers, Board, and several members have been working for months (even years) on professional education projects; it's great to see all that work coming to fruition!
Again, hearty congratulations!
Sincerely,
Jim Locke, CTP, Past President, ISOP
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There is more to come so mark your calendars for:
November 16, 2011
featuring
Heart Preservation using the Organ Care System
December 21, 2011
featuring
Machine Kidney Preservation
January 18, 2012
featuring
Face & Hand Transplants |
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Greetings!
This is the 4th edition of the Preservation Pulse the newsletter by the International Society for Organ Preservation. It is our goal to share news about the current issues in the field of organ transplant regarding preservation, the ISOP and its members. Preservation has evolved to be a dynamic entity in the field of transplantation and we will have much to share with you in this document. We hope that this will be a useful tool and entice you to join the ISOP and share your experiences and talents as a member. |
| Ronald Skolek Receives ISOP Service Award | |
 Four Years of Service from 2004 to 2011
Gift of Hope Organ & Tissue Donor Network's Alison Smith, Vice President of Operations (left) and Ronald Skolek, RN, BSN, CPTC, CTP, Supervisor of Kidney Perfusion & Technical Services (right).
The membership, officers and board members of the International Society of Organ Preservation, would like to express our appreciation and gratitude for Ron's years of outstanding service.
Ron set an example of leadership that we all will strive to follow and have had a positive influence onpositive influence in the field of organ preservation and transplantation as well as on the direction of ISOP.
So much so, that in 2009 the American Board for Transplant Certification (ABTC) announced that they had constructed a new exam, whereby select industry professionals worked with ABTC to assist with writing the new Certified Transplant Preservationist (CTP) exam...and Ron served on the team that created the industry's only exam that credentials preservationists.
We wish Ron all the best in his future endeavors. |
| Achievements In Preservation | |
 Congratulations on passing the ABTC Certified Transplant Preservationists (CTP) exam!
Adam Fox of Tennessee Donor Services
Chad Eggeman of Lifeline of Ohio
Chris Mattson of Lifeline of Ohio
David Grant of Life Alliance Organ Recovery Agency
Lindsey Kelly of Tennessee Donor Services
The use of the certification credentials attests to the transplant community and the public that the individual has met stringent standards of competency and possesses the knowledge and skills needed to provide quality care for transplant donors and recipients. Passing the exam allows the individual to attach the CTP designation to one's name.
To learn more about the exam: Visit ABTC's website
Have you recently passed the CTP exam? Let us know! You should be proud....we'd love to announce you in our next newsletter! Email Amber at: amber@organpreservation.org
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| Certified Transplant Preservationist (CTP) Courses |  ISOP has presented 7 since exam became available...
ISOP is proud to have presented seven Certified Transplant Preservationist (CTP) courses for over 110 preservation professionals! We thank the following for having us at their organization or annual conference.
June 18, 2010 - Baltimore, MD - AOPO
August 23, 2010 - Ann Arbor, MI - Gift of Life Michigan
February 5, 2011 - Cleveland, OH - Cleveland Clinic
February 28, 2011 - New Providence, NJ - New Jersey Organ Sharing Network
June 17, 2011 - Denver, CO - AOPO
June 24, 2011 - Columbus, OH - Lifeline of Ohio
August 12, 2011 - San Francisco, CA - NATCO
When the attendees of the above 7 courses were asked if they would recommend this course to others...
97.2%
...stated they strongly agree or agree they would recommend the CTP prep course by ISOP!
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| Moment of Honor | Poster was featured at NATCO's Annual Meeting in August 2011
by Daniel Martinelli This study evaluated the effects of a structured Moment of Honor held at the beginning of an organ donor case on the perceptions and attitudes of operating room (OR) staff involved in the recovery process. The Moment of Honor was created to honor organ donors and their families, to highlight how care of the organ donor translates into care of the recipient, and to remind the recovery team of their role in maximizing the passing of the heroic gift of life from one human being to another. The objective of the study was to validate that a Moment of Honor could positively impact the opinions of OR staff concerning organ donation. |
| New Feature on ISOP's Website | |
Ask the ISOP Guru...
Do you need an answer regarding a preservation question?
Ask the ISOP Guru by sending an email to:
membership@organpreservation.org
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| ISOP Needs a New Treasurer | Voting in December 2011
If you are a current member of ISOP with current dues paid, you are eligibile to vote. You will receive an email Survey Monkey link to easily vote for the candidate you feel will serve ISOP the best as Treasurer.
Votes will be collected during the month of December 2011 and the new position will be announced in January 2012.
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| Articles Featured on ISOP Website | |
Do you have an article, paper or abstract you would like to have ISOP post on the website?
Submissions will be reviewed by the board of directors prior to posting, as ISOP ensure we present without bias of any company, commercial product, drug, solution, etc. |
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It's that time of year again.....time to renew your membership dues for 2012.
This membership will provide you with technical information, advocacy, and professional networking opportunities, which will help advance your career. You will be able to exchange research information with other people in the preservation field as well as participate in programming sessions offered at various conferences throughout the year.
ISOP will be the source for education for all who are interested in acquiring knowledge in the fast expanding field of organ preservation. We know there is a growing desire at all levels from the hospital to the OPO's and all preservation laboratories as well as research for this information to be made available. The ISOP seeks to educate and equip all who wish to be accredited in organ preservation.
You will find that with ISOP membership brings a preservation career resource for your professional and personal growth.
Renewing is easy, click the link below to use PayPal through the ISOP website.
Renew Membership Now
Sincerely,
Amber McAfee, MBA, CTP, CTBS
President, International Society for Organ Preservation |
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