Thank you for your interest in the Anatomical Gift Program for the University of Delaware, Department of Physical Therapy.
Anatomical gift donations are used exclusively for anatomical education and research by students. We never sell, transfer, or otherwise send anatomical gift donations to be used by other facilities or agencies. All donations to our program remain at the University of Delaware until the students' anatomical study is complete, at which time, the remains are returned to the funeral home indicated on the Anatomical Gift Donor Form.
If you would like to participate in this very important donor program, please complete and return the Anatomical Gift Donor Form and inform your family or estate of your decision so that they are aware of your wishes. The University of Delaware will be responsible for the costs associated with this program. These costs include transportation, embalming and cremation.
Chandler Funeral Home is the approved funeral home of our program. Other funeral homes should contact Chandler Funeral Home by calling (302) 478-7100 (for the Wilmington or Hockessin location) to make arrangements for transfer and processing of anatomical gifts.
Unfortunately, there are occasional situations beyond our control when anatomical gifts cannot be accepted. Such situations include, but are not limited to, certain medical conditions (e.g., HIV/AIDS, Hepatitis, Prion Disease, Tuberculosis, extremity amputation etc.) and limited storage capacity at the University. We regret that this happens, and when it does, we will inform families as quickly as possible and assist in making other arrangements.