Dr. Mrs Anita Tarlekar Foundation

Dr. Mrs. Anita S. Tarlekar

M.D. (Med) A.F.I.H.

Dr. Mrs Anita Tarlekar Foundation

❤️ Give Life, Give Hope – Be an Organ Donor ❤️

Every year, thousands of people in India lose their lives because they don’t get an organ in time. For many, a transplant is their only hope for survival, but the long wait due to a shortage of donors often leads to heartbreaking losses.

With more awareness, education, and willing donors, we can bridge this gap and save countless lives. Organ donation is a simple yet powerful act of kindness that gives someone a second chance at life. By understanding how it works and spreading the message, you can become a part of this life-saving movement. Let’s explore the importance of organ donation and how each of us can make a real difference.

What Organs Can Be Donated?

A single donor can save up to 8 lives by donating the organs like Heart, Kidneys, Liver, Lungs, Pancreas, Intestines etc.

Heart

For patients with severe heart failure.

Kidneys

elps those suffering from kidney failure.

Liver

Transplanted in patients with liver disease.

Lungs

Needed by people with chronic lung diseases.

Who Can Donate?

Both living and deceased donors can donate organs.

Living Donors

Can donate a kidney, part of the liver, or bone marrow. Usually, a close family member donates.

Deceased Donors

If a person has registered as an organ donor or their family agrees after their passing, their organs can be donated to save others.

Here are 20 hospitals in Mumbai that facilitate human organ donation

Several hospitals in India specialize in organ transplants. Some well-known ones include:

Apollo Hospital Belapur

Offers lung transplants

Fortis Hospital Ltd.

Provides lung transplants

Global Hospital

Super Speciality & Transplant Center

H.N. Reliance Hospital

Provides lung transplants

Jaslok Hospital

Offers lung transplants

Jupiter Hospital

Provides lung transplants

Kokilaben Dhirubai Ambani and Medical Research Institute

Offers lung transplants

Lilavati Hospital

Known for its organ donation facilities

Masina Hospital Byculla

Offers lung transplants

Dr.L.H. Hiranandani Hospital

Provides organ donation services

Dr. Balabhai Nanavati Hospital

Offers organ donation facilities

Sir H N Reliance Foundation Hospital

Known for its organ donation services

P D Hinduja Hospital and Medical Research Centre

Provides organ donation facilities

Nanavati Super Speciality Hospital

Offers organ donation services

KEM Hospital

Home to the Regional cum State Organ and Tissue Transplant Organisation (ROTTO-SOTTO) ²

Sion Hospital

Known for its organ donation facilities

Nair Hospital

Offers organ donation services

Bombay Hospital

Provides organ donation facilities

Breach Candy Hospital

Known for its organ donation services

Asian Heart Institute

Offers organ donation facilities

What Are the Expenses for an Organ Transplant?

The cost of organ transplantation varies depending on the organ and hospital. Here’s a rough estimate:

Government Schemes for Financial Help

The Indian government and NGOs provide financial assistance for organ transplants:

Ayushman Bharat – Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PM-JAY) – Covers transplant expenses for eligible families.
Rashtriya Arogya Nidhi (RAN) – Financial help for BPL (Below Poverty Line) families.
State Government Schemes – Many states offer additional funding for organ transplants.
NGO Support – Organizations like MOHAN Foundation and NOTTO assist patients with transplant costs.

How Can You Help?

The Indian government and NGOs provide financial assistance for organ transplants: