No organs equal No transplantations
Although, over used, this famous equation is often not seriously taken into
consideration. As long as human organs are the only valid source of organs,
organ shortage will remain a problem. A Lebanese system (adapted from the
Spanish model) has been implemented. We need to inform the public and
particularly the health professionals about it through continuous medical
education.
Health professionals are an integral part of society. They share the same culture and are often influenced by the same taboos. Their main advantage is that: They form a more compact group, smaller and easier to reach. They have an important role as privileged counselors in all health matters. We have thus, concentrated our efforts on the motivation, formation and education of the health professionals and we are hoping that their motivation will incite society to participate more actively in this very vital project.
Volume : 11
Issue : 6
Pages : 23
Vice-President, NOOTDT-Lb
Clinical Professor of Nephrology, LAU
Beirut, Lebanon