Sarah Oland
About Sarah Oland
Title
Sarah Oland serves as the Chief Stakeholder Engagement Officer at Midwest Transplant Network.
Professional Background
Sarah Oland has been an integral part of the Midwest Transplant Network since 2002. Prior to joining the organization, she brought a decade of experience as a critical care social worker and hospital director. Her roles have involved significant interaction with donor families and hospitals, reflecting her extensive expertise in social work and healthcare management.
Education and Expertise
Sarah Oland holds both bachelor's and master's degrees in social work from the University of Kansas. This educational foundation has greatly contributed to her career in hospital development, donor family support, community education, and marketing services within the healthcare sector.
Achievements and Recognitions
In her career, Sarah Oland has been named an Ethics Champion by the Center for Practical Bioethics and honored as the National Social Work Leader of the Year. She frequently presents at major annual meetings, such as those hosted by the Association for Organ Procurement Organizations and NATCO.
Leadership and Responsibilities
As Chief Stakeholder Engagement Officer, a role she assumed in 2022, Sarah Oland oversees multiple critical areas including hospital development, organ and tissue authorization, donor family support, community education, and marketing services. She also manages frontline staff and has actively contributed to national planning committees.