When I was in the OR - my surgeons research attempts were focused on trying to "build" a pancreas on a matrix with stem cells. As far as I know - they were not successful. However, the heart/lung transplant docs managed to come up with a perfusion machine that can keep lungs viable way past their usual 4 hour window.

Thanks so much, Tim. I'm so pleased you enjoyed the piece. I loved my job. But here's some advice - try not to go to the hospital in July. In July is when hospitals receive all their brand new interns & residents. ;)