Donation of Pacemakers

Hi!

I'm a Funeral Director in Alabama. I am working with a family to donate their loved one's pacemaker. I have found a company to donate the pacemaker to but they have also brought me the Pacetrak Plus, a pacemaker transmitter. Does anyone know a company that I could donate this Pacemaker Transmitter to for this family?

Joanna Foster
Funeral Director
Pelham, AL

2 Comments

Leased or owned

by RickSt - 2007-08-13 01:08:58

You may check to see if the transmitter was owned or leased by the deceased. Often times the EP doctor or clinic will supply the patient with a transmitter with the understanding that the device remains the property of the clinic or service provider. In my case I had to sign a lease agreement when the device was given to me.

Rick

Used Pacemakers....

by auntiesamm - 2007-08-13 05:08:29

Hi Joanna,

It is my understanding that pacemakers cannot be re-used in humans, however, they might be acceptable for veterinary use. You might call a local emergency animal clinic where they would most likely see a dog or cat that needs a PM. It would be a shame not to be able to donate it as the family wishes. Maybe even a third-world country? It would take some researching on the familys part. Sure do hope you find a good use for it. God bless you for going the extra mile in this case!

Sharon

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