Important Notice Regarding Anatomical Donation in Texas

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Important Notice Regarding Anatomical Donation in Texas

Important Notice Regarding Anatomical Donation in Texas

 Genesis deeply regrets to inform Texas residents of a temporary change impacting anatomical donations. The Texas Funeral Service Commission (TFSC) has recently implemented a moratorium, meaning a temporary pause, on accepting donations from Texas residents who wish to donate their bodies to science out of state. This decision, effective immediately and until further notice, is due to legal and regulatory complexities surrounding the interstate transfer of anatomical donations.

   We understand this news may be disappointing, especially for those who have made the selfless decision to contribute to medical science. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may cause you and your family.

What does this mean for you?

  • If you are a Texas resident considering whole body donation: For the time being, we encourage you to explore options with Texas-based medical schools or body donation programs, as they may still be able to accept your donation.

  • If you are a pre-registered donor in Texas with Genesis: Please be assured that your registration remains in our system. We will keep you informed of any updates from the TFSC and will gladly reinstate your donation should the situation change.

 

Why is this happening?

The TFSC is responsible for ensuring that all donated bodies and body parts are treated with the utmost respect. This moratorium allows them to address legal uncertainties and strengthen procedures to better protect donors and their families.

Where can you get more information?

  • To learn more about the moratorium: You can contact the Texas Funeral Service Commission directly at 512-936-2474

  • For questions regarding your pre-registration with Genesis or general inquiries: Please do not hesitate to reach out to our donor services team.

 

Genesis remains committed to facilitating anatomical donations and advancing medical science. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation during this temporary suspension. We are hopeful that this matter will be resolved soon, allowing us to once again serve the generous residents of Texas.

Medical School Phone
Baylor College of Denistry - Dept of Biomedical sciences 214.828.8270
Baylor College of Medicine 713.798.3858
Parker University Anatomical Gift Program 214.902.3473
Texas A&M HSC College of Medicine - Dept of Neuro & Experimental Therapeutics 979.436.0086
Texas Tech - Dept of Medical Education 806.743.2990
UTHSC at Houston - Dept of Neuro and Anatomy 713.500.5603
UTHSC @ San Antonio - Dept of Cellular and Structural Biology 210.567.3900
Univeristy of TX Medical Branch - Dept of Anatomy & Neurosciences 800.828.1402
UTSWMC at Dallas - Dept of Anatomical Sciences 888.905.9991
TX Tech University Health Science Center - PL Foster School of Medicine - Dept of ME 915.215.4793
AATB Accredited Non-Transplant Tissue Bank Phone
ScienceCare 800.417.3747