Tag Archives: Rajasthan

Don’t Worry About the Government (Hospitals)

I recently had the opportunity to work in the Indian Government Hospital setting as a transplant surgery adviser to the Government of Rajasthan and it reminded me of the Veteran’s Administration Hospitals in the US. Any big bureaucracy anywhere in … Continue reading

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Is Liver Transplant in India Proceeding with Reckless Abandon?

The answer to the question “is liver transplant in India proceeding with reckless abandon?” is, as with almost anything in this wonderfully complicated country, yes and no. I have had the pleasure to meet several talented transplant surgeons who are … Continue reading

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Vital Infrastructure Issues for a Successful Deceased Donor Transplant Program in India

India is an exciting place to be right now for many reasons. Perhaps one of the most exciting is the emergence of deceased donor transplantation, that is, organ transplantation from brain dead, family consented donors. India is among the world … Continue reading

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The Vital Roles of Nursing in Transplant’s Success

A successful deceased donor transplant program entails many elements, but perhaps one of the most vital elements is a well informed and dedicated nursing staff. Transplant nursing expertise must be present on many levels, from the ICU to the Operating … Continue reading

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