Udupi: Victim of accident gives life through organ donation at KMC Manipal


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Udupi, Apr 11: A 46-year-old Joe Victor Lewis from Kemmannu, Udupi district met with a road accident. Admitted to Kasturba Hospital, Manipal, after sustaining severe injuries, Joe Lewis's condition rapidly deteriorated despite exhaustive medical intervention. Twice officially declared brain dead by a panel of expert doctors in accordance with the Transplantation of Human Organ Act 1994, his family made the courageous decision to donate his viable organs, thereby offering a lifeline to others in need.

Following the protocols outlined by Jeevasarthakathe, SOTTO, Bengaluru, Joe Lewis's liver was sent KMC Hospital, Ambhedkar Circle, Mangalore, One Kidney to Yenepoya Hospital, Mangaluru and one Kidney to Indiana Hospital, Mangaluru. Kasturba Hospital, Manipal, retained corneas and skin for registered patients awaiting transplantation.

Dr Avinash Shetty, the medical superintendent, hailed the act of organ donation as a noble endeavour to save lives, urging others to embrace such altruism. He extended heartfelt gratitude to Joe Lewis's family for their compassionate decision.

  

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  • Fredrick Sequeira, Kallianpur

    Fri, Apr 12 2024

    "Love one another --- By this everyone will know that you are my discoples". A nonle deed by the bereaved family. Hod bless them and may the soul of the faithful departed, through the mercy of God Almighty rest in Peace.

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  • Sujith Bangera, Qatar

    Fri, Apr 12 2024

    To give the gift of life to another. I personally thank for the courage of family, who support this decision. may rejoice in the continued gift of life, with hope in your love. In Jesus' name, I pray may his soul rest in peace he will always be in our prayers. My beloved friend.

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  • k b r, Mangala Uru

    Fri, Apr 12 2024

    May his soul rest in peace ... May God bless the family ...

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  • Eldin Devis, Kulshekar/Doha Qatar

    Fri, Apr 12 2024

    It is a great loss to all of us who had the privilege of knowing him. His presence will be sorely missed, and the void he leaves behind is profound. During this difficult time, our thoughts and prayers are with Joe's family and loved ones. May they find comfort in the memories and legacy he has left behind. Rest in peace, Joe. You will forever hold a special place in our hearts.

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