Donate Your Body to Science

One way each of us can create a legacy of learning and giving is to donate our bodies upon our death so that the study of anatomy and how the body works may continue for tomorrow’s medical students and research moving forward.

The Anatomy Bequest Program at the University of Minnesota allows individuals to donate their bodies for medical education and research after death. Today we learn about the program's history, purpose, and significance, as well as the process of donating a loved one's body. Donating one’s body is a win-win for both the university and the donors' families.

Today’s episode was produced by me Anne Morehouse with original music created and performed by Caileen Viehweg.

Links mentioned in this episode:

Anatomy Bequest Program at the University of Minnesota

https://med.umn.edu/anatomy-bequest-program

Study Finder at the University of Minnesota

https://studyfinder.umn.edu/

0:00 Intro to the Anatomy Bequest Program

1:12 Comparison with organ donation

2:48 Impact on medical student and research

6:44 Support for various healthcare educational program

8:58 Advancements in medical research

19:39 Backup plans

24:07 Fees and final disposition

25:43 Special requests and cultural traditions

28:30 Steps to register + Annual Service of Gratitude

30:23 Family traditions