Dual-Advocacy

Dual advocacy is a powerful model in which an advocate effectively represents both the empathy and perspective of the donor family, while also raising awareness and emphasizing the critical need for organ donors. In the realm of organ and tissue donation, there is often a lack of understanding or misinformation, which directly affects individuals on the waitlist. Recognizing this, agencies like the Clinical Transplant Specialists Company serve as dual advocates, diligently working to disseminate accurate information and honor the wishes of potential donors. Their dedication ensures that both the donor family's empathy and the urgency for organ donation are appropriately communicated and understood

What is Dual- Advocacy?

Experience + Compassion= Clinical Transplant Specialists

Donor families, who play a pivotal role in the organ donation process, experience a dynamic and evolving journey. Clinical Transplant Specialists, LLC understands the significance of their involvement and aims to guide them through this complex process. By combining patience and empowerment, they support donor families in making decisions that honor their loved ones and create a lasting legacy capable of healing and saving lives. Surgeons and recipients rely on the generosity of these donor families, highlighting their crucial role in the organ donation ecosystem

Clinical Transplant Specialists recognizes the importance of a multi-disciplinary approach in ensuring that everyone's voices are heard, particularly the voices of the donor's family. They take a comprehensive approach, collaborating and communicating to honor the donor's wishes. This approach fosters a deeper understanding of organ and tissue donation

Mission Statement

Dr. Satcher

Founder

Clinical Transplant Specialists

Founder and CEO

Dr. R. Kelvin Satcher's professional career began as a transplant procurement coordinator at the Mississippi Organ Recovery Agency, where he was responsible for organ procurement and served as a minority affairs consultant, delivering talks on organ and tissue donation with a focus on minority donors. Seeking personal growth, he joined Pfizer Pharmaceutical, a leading research-based pharmaceutical company, as a healthcare representative. During his tenure, Dr. Satcher was acknowledged as the top medical consultant and received the Vice President Club Award. After Hurricane Katrina, driven by his passion for the healthcare industry, he relocated to Las Vegas and worked as an organ procurement coordinator at Nevada Donor Network. Subsequently, he rose within the organization and held the position of Director of Hospital and Family Services.

Dr. Satcher's contributions and accomplishments have been recognized through honors such as Who's Who among Professionals, Thelma Sanders Milestone Award, Robinson Watson Book Company Award, and Volunteer of the Year. He has been actively involved in professional associations, including serving as the current vice president of Neba L Wright Foundation, American Board of Transplant Certification committee member, Western Province of Kappa Alpha Psi Covid Task Force, Past President of the American Society of Multicultural Health Transplant Professionals and the Past Region 5 Representative for the United Network for Organ Sharing. Additionally, Dr. Satcher has affiliations with organizations such as Sharing Hope SC (medical advisory committee), Association for Organ Procurement Organization, North America Transplant Coordinator, American Association of Tissue Banks, and the 100 Black Men. He is a life member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. and a graduate of Leadership Jackson.

Family Support

Recognizing the critical role of family support in the organ donation process, Clinical Transplant Specialists offers both educational and emotional support to donor families and the medical staff involved. By providing this support, they aim to improve the well-being of everyone involved during this challenging time.
Experience

The Clinical Transplant Specialists team boasts decades of experience, enabling them to navigate the complex organ donation process with expertise. Their commitment is to ensure that the desires of the donor are upheld to the best of their ability, even in the face of objections from family members or medical personnel. Organ donation is a life-changing event, and the Clinical Transplant Team is dedicated to enhancing the experience and showing compassion to both donor families and recipients.
Education of the Public

One of their primary goals is to increase public awareness and knowledge about the organ donation process. They strive to connect with and support donor families throughout the entire journey, ensuring they have the information and resources they need.
Multi-discipline Level of Care

By combining their experience, compassion, family support, public education efforts, and a multi-disciplinary approach to care, Clinical Transplant Specialists provides comprehensive and empathetic services to both donor families and recipients, leaving a lasting impact on the organ donation community.