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Become a DOVE Donor

You are about to take the first step in giving someone the gift of life.

Donors are usually between 21 & 70 (there are some centers that DO NOT have an upper age cut off) and must be healthy and have excellent kidney function.

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After receipt of your intake form, a representative from DOVE will reach out to set up a video or phone call to educate you about living donation and advise you on the next steps

should you decide to proceed.

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It should be noted that the following medical issues usually rule you out from proceeding to a formal referral/evaluation with a kidney donor transplant team:

 

  • Obesity (BMI over 35)

  • Uncontrolled High Blood Pressure

  • Cancer (must be in remission > 2 years for most cancers)

  • Drug or Alcohol Dependence

  • Current Smoker (and not willing to stop)

 

If by phone is best way to reach you, we will be calling you from phone # 551-233-1611.

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Please note that DOVE believes in a zero-pressure approach. You are free to withdraw at any time if you feel that kidney donation is not right for you.

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Thank you again for taking the time to learn about kidney donation to help save a Veteran’s life!

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