Cadaveric specimens that are used in Anatomy Labs are obtained from individuals who recognized the importance of human dissection in the training of future healthcare professionals. The donor bodies must always be treated with respect. Students are expected to follow all policies in the RVU Gross Anatomy Laboratory Policies and Procedures document. Students who break confidentiality of donor identity, disrespect donors, who purposefully destroy tissues in a manner inconsistent with the dissector, or who fail to maintain their donor by using wetting solution and maintenance procedures appropriately will lose their Gross Anatomy Laboratory privileges and may be referred to the Associate/Assistant Dean of Student Affairs for review and possible disciplinary action as indicated. If allowed to continue in the curriculum, these students may be required to complete the remainder of Gross Anatomy Laboratory coursework for the academic year using alternative but equivalent learning and assessment materials.
Colorado Campus
Rocky Vista does not currently operate its own body donation program. Those individuals interested in donating their bodies for the medical education of young doctors can donate through the State Anatomical Board of Colorado.
State Anatomical Board
Phone: (8 am–4 pm): 303-724-2410
Website
Montana Campus
Rocky Vista does not currently operate its own body donation program. Those individuals interested in donating their bodies for the medical education of young doctors can donate through the State Anatomical Board of Colorado.
State Anatomical Board
Phone: (8 am–4 pm): 303-724-2410
Utah Campus
Rocky Vista does not currently operate its own body donation program. Those individuals interested in donating their bodies for the medical education of young doctors on our campus can donate through the University of Utah’s Body Donor Program and request that your donation is sent to our campus.
For questions about body donation through the University of Utah please call, email, or write to:
Kerry Peterson
Body Donor Program
520 Wakara Way, SLC, Utah 84112
Phone: (8 am–4 pm): 801-581-6728
Phone: (after hours, weekends, & holidays): 801-581-2121
Email: bodydonor@lists.utah.edu