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The "Gift of Knowledge" is a remarkable service that takes place at University of California medical schools every year.

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Read more about Dean FisherUCLA Appoints New Director to Lead Donated Body Program 

"Mr. Fisher will provide outstanding leadership as the program continues to offer an important service to Californians wishing to bequeath their bodies to scientific research and medical education," said Schmitt, UC director of anatomical services.

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Testimonials

Christopher Tang, UC Medical Student"We knew this was a person who, out of the goodness of their heart donated their body for us to study. We can take the knowledge we learn from this and apply it in our professional careers to help other people."

—Christopher Tang, UC Medical Student




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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the procedure for registering a body for anatomical study?
Are there any costs involved in the donation of one’s body?
Should the donation be filed with my will?
Can a body be donated from which other body part donations have been given?
If I donate my body to the program, will I need the services of a funeral home for any reason?
Will it be possible to have a viewing or funeral service for the deceased with the body present?
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