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Experience Anatomy Foundation

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About Experience Anatomy Foundation

Address

4340 Taggart Creek Rd Suite D1
Charlotte, NC 28208

Website

http://Anatomyfoundati…

Phone

(704) 910-6022

Overview from the whole body donation organization

"We serve individuals and families who are interested in leaving a learning legacy by making the ultimate gift: whole-body donation. Through their generous and noble act, donors enrich, inspire and equip medical professionals and anatomy educators across the Southeastern US now and long into the future."

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Frequently asked questions

Answered by Experience Anatomy Foundation

Are ashes returned to the family at any point?

Yes, donor cremains will be returned to the designated person indicated at the time of donor registration. Donors stay with the Experience Anatomy Foundation for up to 24 months, but are often returned within six months or less.
Are there any costs to the family?

There is no cost to the family once your donation is accepted. The Experience Anatomy Foundation pays for all costs associated with donation. This includes transportation from the place of death, filing the death certificate, as well as cremation and return of remains once the anatomical study and/or research process is complete.
Can body donation be organized by the next of kin post-mortem?

Yes. Registration can be completed at the time of death by a legal authorizing party as described in the Uniform Anatomical Gift Act. Donation criteria must be met and acceptance is not guaranteed. Completed donor registration forms must be returned to donate@anatomyfoundation.org
How are bodies donated to your organization used?

Donors accepted by the Experience Anatomy Foundation participate in research and educational programs with our sister company, Experience Anatomy. These programs include, but are not limited to, researching the latest surgical techniques and medical devices as well as life-saving skills training and healthcare education.

Other questions? Give them a call: (704) 910-6022 (704) 910-6022

Q&A

I live in DE, do you accept whole body donations from this state? – Evon B.

Experience Anatomy Foundation November 3, 2025

Yes

Do you accept whole-body donations from Indiana? – Bruce M.

A community member November 3, 2025

Yes.

What is the criteria for being accepted for whole body donation. – Lela P.

Experience Anatomy Foundation February 8, 2024

To be brief.... no communicable disease, BMI between 12-30, and logistics of transport to our facility.

Can a person specify whole body donation for research into Tick Borne Diseases? – Mary C.

Experience Anatomy Foundation February 8, 2024

We are not currently affiliated with such a program of study.

What do you do with the donated bodies?? – Bethany L.

Experience Anatomy Foundation February 8, 2024

Here's how they are utilized in various fields: 1. Surgical Skills: Medical students and surgeons use donated bodies to practice and refine surgical techniques. This hands-on experience is invaluable for developing the precision and competence required in the operating room. 2. Medical Device Training: Bodies are used to test and improve medical devices, allowing manufacturers to evaluate the efficacy and safety of new technologies. This process is critical for innovations in medical treatments and equipment. 3. Life-Saving Skills: Emergency responders and healthcare professionals practice life-saving procedures, such as CPR, intubation, and emergency surgery, on donated bodies. This training is essential for improving patient outcomes in critical situations. 4. Healthcare Education: Beyond surgery and emergency care, donated bodies support a broad spectrum of healthcare education. Students learn about human anatomy, physiology, and disease processes in a way that textbooks and simulations cannot replicate. This comprehensive understanding is fundamental to diagnosing and treating patients effectively. The use of donated bodies is conducted with the highest respect and ethical standards, ensuring that donors' wishes are honored and their contributions to science and healthcare are acknowledged. This generosity significantly impacts medical education and the advancement of healthcare, ultimately benefiting society by improving medical care and outcomes.

how to register for body donation – JAGDISH M.

A community member March 15, 2023

you may go to https://anatomyfoundation.org/donor-registration/packet/ to download the donor registration packet.

I’m from New Hampshire and have already registered and been accepted by the Geisel School of Medicine. I’d like to register with you as a back up, if they are not taking bodies at the time. Is that acceptable? – Karen C.

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Reviews for Experience Anatomy Foundation

Tim Reart — The Anatomy Foundation was extremely helpful in getting us details on the requirements for whole-body donation. They also provided an anticipated time line from death to cremation and the return of remains. All at no cost to the family. very pleased

Reviewed on Nov. 25, 2022, 12:23 p.m.