Laboratory of Human Osteology Maxwell Museum of Anthropology MSC01 1050 1 University of New Mexico Albuquerque, New Mexico 87131-0001 (505) 277-3535
osteolab@unm.edu
Donor Frequently Asked Questions:
The Decision to Donate click on a question to receive an answer. 1. I'd like to be an organ donor. Can I do that AND donate my skeletal remains to your program?
2. I would actually like to donate my body to a medical school anatomy program. Can I do that AND donate my skeleton to your program?
3. What conditions might cause the refusal of the donation of my body to the anthropology program?
4. What paperwork is involved in the donation of my body?
5. Must I have two witnesses, and do they need to be related to me?
6. Can I change my mind about donation after I have signed the forms?
7. I have the power of attorney for my relative. Can I make the decision to donate him/her upon their death?
8. What if I move to a different place after I've sent in my donor forms?
9. What if I break a bone, or need to update my form in some other manner after I've already submitted it?
