Black History Month: Honoring Unsung Heroes in the Field of Transplantation
February celebrates Black History Month; a time of the year to recognize individuals and events that have given voice and opportunity to African Americans across the nation. As we wrap … Read More
Guest blog: The final beat of Nicholas Green’s heart of gold
By Donor Father, Reg Green The boy who received my son’s heart died Tuesday, although he wasn’t really a boy any longer. He was 37 years old. But when my … Read More
Burn Awareness Week: Australian athlete receives second chance at life through tissue donation
Observed annually the first full week of February, Burn Awareness Week aims at educating communities about fire safety and sharing information regarding the frequency and severity of burn injuries. Each … Read More
LifeCenter Northwest surpasses major milestones, saves more lives in 2016
For the fifth consecutive year, LifeCenter Northwest (LCNW) – the federally designated, non-profit organ procurement organization (OPO) serving Alaska, Montana, North Idaho, and Washington, has surpassed records set for both … Read More
LifeSaver Series: Diane King, Providence St. Peter Hospital-Olympia, WA
At LifeCenter Northwest (LCNW), collaborating with local hospitals, medical centers and medical professionals is an essential part of fulfilling our mission of working together to save lives through organ and tissue … Read More
Twenty-two years later, Italians still keep a little American boy in their hearts.
By Donor Father, Reg Green A few weeks ago an emotional email arrived from southern Italy from people we had never met. They are the Santangelo family, who — after … Read More
Friends and family gather in memory of organ donor, Deanna Carr
LifeCenter Northwest will be honored Virginia Mason organ donor, Deanna Carr, on the Donate Life America float in the 2017 Tournament of Roses Parade. Each year the float is designed … Read More
Honoring Our Veterans
For us, Veterans Day is a time to honor the courage, sacrifice, and commitment of our nation’s veterans and military – those who have served, and those who continue to serve. … Read More
National Donor Sabbath Observance
This weekend marks the annual observance of the National Donor Sabbath. This recognition occurs two weekends before Thanksgiving and includes three days of worship for most major religions practiced in … Read More
Día de los Muertos: Staying connected to the loved one’s we’ve lost
The beginning of November marks an important time of the year for many families in our community. Day of the Dead, also known as Día de los Muertos is a … Read More
A day of learning and sharing at the 2016 Donation and Transplantation Symposium
This year LifeCenter Northwest had the pleasure of hosting the 2016 Donation and Transplantation Symposium in Seattle. This event brought together leaders and staff from hospitals, transplant centers, and organ … Read More
September LifeSaver’s Award
At LifeCenter Northwest, collaborating with local hospitals, medical centers and medical professionals is an essential part of fulfilling our mission of working together to save lives through organ and tissue donation. … Read More
