Publications by authors named "Kim Kottemann"
Background: Although a shortage of organ donors is a continuing global problem in health care, obtaining authorization for donation after an individual experiences a traumatic nonsurvivable event can be difficult.
Objective: To improve organ donation practices at a level II trauma center.
Methods: After reviewing trauma mortality cases and performance improvement metrics with their organ procurement organization's hospital liaison, leaders at the trauma center implemented a multidisciplinary performance improvement initiative to engage the facility's donation advisory committee, provide education for staff members, and increase program visibility to create a more donation-friendly culture for the facility.