Decide NOW to be an Eye Donor

What are the odds?

Over the past two weeks I twice found myself waiting at the Department of Motor Vehicles. One time it was about me (license had nearly expired!), the other visit was for my daughter (newly licensed driver).

Oh, the noise of humanity! The hordes of grumbling motorists, the inconsolable infants, the monotonous public address messages. Above it all, the one sound that I clearly heard was the DMV clerks' inquiry "Do you agree to become an organ donor?"

Do YOU agree to become an organ donor?

As an ophthalmologist this is a very important question. Most folks hear the phrase 'organ donor' and they think of hearts, lungs, and livers. Truth be told, corneal transplantation is far more common and far more successful. And remember, two people benefit when the eyes are donated.

This is no time to be squishy. Check your driver's license. Have you agreed to organ donation in the event of your untimely death? Organ donation is an act of extreme generosity encouraged by all major religious faiths and cultures. Yes, you can decide to donate individual organs or let many recipients benefit from your good legacy. Take my word for it, nobody viewing your open casket will notice anything missing - 'She looks fabulous!'

Finally, if you agree to let others live after your life has ended then be sure to inform others of your decision. It will insure that your organs are harvested expeditiously and it will inspire others to follow your marvelous example.

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