A Webinar on “Introduction to Organ Donation” for MSAI (Medical Students Association of India) Organized by ORGAN India in collaboration with MSAI on Sunday, 27th July 2025,
The webinar provided an in-depth understanding of organ donation and transplantation in India. The session included expert talks and discussions on key aspects of the field:
The Current Landscape of Organ Donation & Transplantation in India—Dr. Ashish Sharma, Head, Dept. of Renal Transplant Surgery, PGIMER, Chandigarh
Organ Donation & Transplant Law – Act and Rules Simplified/Explained – Dr. Ravi Mohanka, Chief Surgeon & HOD, Liver Transplant, HN Reliance Hospital, Mumbai
Identification of Potential Donor & Brain Death Certification of Donor – Dr. Jeetendra Sharma, Chief Critical Care & Chief Medical Quality, Artemis Hospitals, Gurugram
Ensuring Optimal Donor Management in ICUs – Prof. Kajal Jain, Dept. of Anaesthesia & Intensive Care, PGIMER, Chandigarh
Providing Compassionate Grief Counselling to Donor Families & Approaching Them for Organ Donation – Dr. Navdeep Bansal, Transplant Coordinator, PGIMER, Chandigarh
Each talk was followed by an interactive post-session discussion, allowing participants to clarify doubts and gain practical insights. The webinar successfully engaged medical students and provided comprehensive knowledge on organ donation, donor management, legal frameworks, and family counselling, equipping future healthcare professionals to contribute effectively to this vital cause.
