The Matnat Chaim organization guides and assists kidney patients – both those waiting for a transplant, and those who will require a transplant in the future.
The Ministry of Health has established a clear position – which we at Matnat Chaim share:
“We start with the family.”
Before we begin to search for an altruistic donor, the possibility of a donation from the patient’s close family members must be explored to the fullest.
Beyond the high medical compatibility, especially among siblings, there is also a moral and ethical consideration here: the very willingness of a family member to consider the possibility of donation – is a profound expression of responsibility, love, and human connection. You can read more about the advantages of donation within the family here
The position of patients on the waiting list for donation is primarily determined by blood type, and additional criteria such as the length of time on dialysis, seniority on the waiting list, medical urgency, and other considerations. Matnat Chaim is under supervision of an external ethics committee that determines the rules of precedence and acts as a special review committee as needed.
We make every effort to make the process accessible and to assist every patient in finding the most suitable donor.
For additional answers regarding the rights of dialysis patients, you can visit the website of the Association for the Advancement and Protection of the Rights of Kidney Patients – which specializes in mentoring kidney patients and transplant recipients in bureaucratic matters, exercising rights, and more.
♥ Our hearts are with every patient – and Matnat Chaim’s professional team works every day to create the best matches between donors and recipients.
