Abstract
Anatomy education is very important for physician candidates studying in many branches of medicine and health. After the theoretical lectures, many different methods such as special study modules, problem-based training, three-dimensional digital visuals, plastic models and cadaver dissections are applied. Among these methods, cadaver dissection training has a special importance in anatomy teaching and its contribution to students' acquisition and integration of three-dimensional anatomy knowledge is undeniable. But unfortunately, the supply of cadavers in the world and in our country is quite insufficient. Although there are still significant differences between countries in this regard, cultural and religious reasons cause these differences. The purpose of this review is to reveal the current situation of cadaver donation in our country and in the world, to present the relevant legal regulations regarding body donation, to emphasize the role of cadavers in anatomy education and to guide people who want to donate. Human bodies will be needed today as well as in the future to provide medical undergraduate and postgraduate education and to use them in biomedical research. Starting from this point; We believe that body donation should be adopted wherever possible and successful donation programs should be established and supported.