Staci Budde

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About Staci Budde

My journey in organ and tissue transplantation is deeply personal, as I am the proud mother of a Congenital Heart survivor that has been gifted 3 separate heart valves. That experience instilled in me a lifelong passion for organ and tissue donation, driving my commitment to ensure every donor and recipient is treated with the utmost care, compassion and given the best chance for healthy outcome. With a career spanning organ recovery and perfusion, donor and import organ evaluation, OR circulating, cardiac cath assistance, and NRP case handling, I bring a comprehensive, hands on approach to the transplant field. I specialize in oxygenated perfusion and organ preservation technologies, with deep experience managing cutting edge devices that support optimal graft outcomes for abdominal organs. I believe in bringing precision and heart to every aspect of the donation process. Whether I’m operating a preservation system, evaluating a donor, or assisting in the OR, I strive to be a calm, reliable presence under pressure, communicating clearly, acting decisively, and always advocating for what’s best for the patient. In addition to my clinical work, I take great pride in mentoring new team members. Sharing knowledge, training others in perfusion techniques, and helping shape future specialists is one of the most rewarding aspects of what I do. Let’s connect if you share a passion for innovation in transplant, excellence in care, or the mission of honoring every gift.