Awards and Certifications

Lifeline of Ohio was established as an independent non-profit organ procurement organization in 1985. Our dedication to providing quality service has continued to grow with each passing year. Lifeline of Ohio is proud of the following certifications and awards we have been presented with in acknowledgement of our outstanding staff and their values and practices.

Certifications:

• Association of Organ Procurement Organizations (AOPO)
• American Association of Tissue Banks (AATB)
• Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendment (CLIA)
• Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS)
• Federal Drug and Administration (FDA)
• Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)

Awards:

• Lifeline of Ohio received the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Health Resources and Services Administration Silver Medal of Honor for achieving the 90 percent donation after cardiac death goal in October 2007.
• Additionally, Lifeline of Ohio was awarded the Donation Service Area award for meeting the 75 percent organ donation conversion rate in its service area over a 12-month period in October 2007.