ASST Garda and organ donation: recognition for transplants in Lombardy
The “Stella di Fondazione Trapianti Onlus” recognition has recently been awarded to several facilities within the Lombardy Regional Health Service, including ASST Garda, during a ceremony held at the Pirelli Hall of Palazzo Pirelli. The event celebrated hospitals that have distinguished themselves through their commitment to organ and tissue donation for transplantation, significantly contributing to the culture of donation in the region. During the ceremony, the General Director of ASST Garda, Roberta Chiesa, received the award in an atmosphere filled with heartfelt memories and institutional speeches.
The meeting featured the participation of prominent figures such as Guido Bertolaso, the Welfare Councillor of the Lombardy Region, and Giuseppe Piccolo, the Transplant Coordinator for Lombardy. Data on donation and transplantation activities in Lombardy were presented, highlighting the importance of collaboration among various healthcare facilities. The recognition awarded to ASST Garda underscores the ongoing commitment to promoting a culture of donation and transplantation in the region.
