ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) -- Albany Medical College held a graveside ceremony on Friday to honor 170 people who died and donated their bodies to science through the college's anatomical gift program.

Officials said the tribute recognized their invaluable contribution to medical education and training, ensuring future healthcare professionals learn with compassion and respect. One med student said she was deeply grateful for what she called "the ultimate sacrifice."

"I'm not the only person who feels this way, of course, that all of my classmates are incredibly thankful for this gift," second-year medical student Victoria Turkington said. "We would not be entering the medical field anywhere near as prepared as we will be because of this experience and being able to learn from all of these don

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