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Three mischievous old Grannies were sitting on a bench outside a nursing home,when an old Grandpa walked by. One of the old Grandmas yelled out saying, "We bet we can tell exactly how old you are." The old man said, "Impossible." One of the old Gran…
on Tuesday
Please post jokes, funny stories, and anything humorous. It is healthy for our minds, bodies, and spirits. Very healing. So let's get those endorphins swimming around, and keep it clean.
on Tuesday
Hi Cathy, You've written an excellent commentary. There's nothing more I can add to your remarks. Thank you. Neil
February 16
Hey David, you have to average the age of your parts. You're 60 and you might have, what? and 18 year old organ, which means your average age is only 39. You and Jack Benny, buddy.
February 2
February 2
Neil Willens is now friends with Lili Feldman and Benjamin Cox
February 2
Oh my. I see you were at Scripps in La Jolla. I vacationed last March with my wife at the Marriott on Coronado Island. Loved the whole area and especially the good dining. We went back again to have dinner at sunset at the Crab Catcher. Excellent se…
February 2
Hi Lilli, Needless to say, I respect the work you've done. My wife is clinical director of an ambulatory surgery center and I married her 3 days before she sat for her nursing boards 40 and a half years ago. I tease her, since I've had my transplant…
February 2

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What is your city / state and country of residence?
Germantown, MD
How are you touched by transplantation?
I am a Recipient
If you are a recipient, what type of transplant did you receive?
Liver
Recipients: In this space, feel free to list those you are grateful to for receiving the Gift of LIfe:
I am grateful to Joshua and his family, who made the decision on the worst day fo their lives, to donate Joshua's liver, which gave me a second chance in life.
If you are a recipient, what type of donor did you receive your Gift of Life from?
Deceased Donor
What is your principal transplant med(s)?
Prograf
What is your hospital and, or doctor's name, city / state and country?
My transplant took place at Inova Fairfax Hospital. My surgeons were Drs. Dympna Kelly, Jon Jonnson and Tim Shaever.
What do you do for a living?
I consult with companies developing and selling medical and dental products, including disposable devices. I am a photographer and I sell supplemental insurance throughout payroll marketing.
About Me: Please use this space to tell the community about yourself and your unique experience with transplantation:
In the late 1960's, I was a liver researcher working at NY Medical College and Flower and Fifth Avenue Hospitals under an NIH grant. Our program was established to help develop the body of knowledge on the liver that could one day help make liver transplantation possible. It is believed I became ill from a Norwegian brown rat virus that crossed vectors and infected me. I used to perform liver perfusion surgical procedures on these animals, college blood samples from a surgically implanted cannula and then analyze the blood chemistry.
Please help us reach other members by telling us how you found Transplant Cafe:
Online search.
What is your relationship status?
Married
Entertainment: What is Your Favorite Type of Music, Bands, Movies, Art, Books, etc.?
Classic rock 'n roll, folk, blues, jazz, classical music and opera. also enjoy movies, reading and writing, nature photography
What is Your Favorite Quote(s)?
"You may only be young once, but you can be immature for a lifetime."
"I don't know if it was I who kept hope alive, or hope that kept me alive, but together we worked a miracle."
"Time is infinite, I am not. Would you please hurry up?"
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Bio posted for April, 2009. One man exhibit of 35 photos at Georgetown University Hospital's art gallery


Artist for April. 2009:
Neil Willens

Photographer, Poet, and Transplant Recipient

The photographer’s lens filters images through the mind’s eye to create individual visions. Photographers often seek to insert something of themselves into their work, a captured thought or memor… Continue

Posted on March 27, 2009 at 8:03pm — 2 Comments

Neil Willens

Haiku for donor families

Selfless


I have gone.
I will age no more.
Now, you live.

Posted on December 31, 2008 at 7:00am — 2 Comments

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At 3:32pm on February 1, 2010, David Goodman said…
Terrific photographs! Great dog as well. Sorry about the mix up, but we got it right in the end. **David**
At 6:55am on September 30, 2009, Alice said…
Just saying "Hi" and hope all is going well for you.
Alice K
At 11:41am on August 14, 2009, TransplantCafe.com said…
Thanks for reporting the spammer. they've been banned!

nl
At 2:16pm on May 4, 2009, Jay Robare said…

Hope today is a blesing.
At 5:21pm on March 30, 2009, Maggie Catherwood said…
Hi Neil! I will actually be near Georgetown on Wednesday (April 1) and was going to stop by to see your exhibit (your photography IS amazing!) Will the photographs be up by then? I will check it out whether I hear back or not, but if there is a chance you'll be there setting up or something it would be great to meet you! Sorry so last minute! If i don't get to see it on Wednesday I will try my hardest to get back later in the month! Hope all is well

Maggie
At 12:43pm on March 17, 2009, Shelley Langer Rifkin said…
Hi Neil,
It was so nice to hear from you. I just celebrated my 10th insulin free year this past February and my husband made me a wonderful party. I joined this sight last month and really need to pay attention on how to use it. Take care and I hope to see you soon.
At 8:58pm on March 13, 2009, Michelle said…
Hi Neil,
Thanks for the Hello. Where are you staying? At a friend's house? I grew up right around the corner from there! Have fun in NY!
At 8:45am on February 17, 2009, Cheryl said…
Hi Neil, thanks for your comments. I thought long and hard and still came out angry! I don't know why I was given this chance, but I plan on using it the best way I can!
I used to live in Germantown! A Long time ago , but it was nice being close to the capital.
At 3:39pm on February 9, 2009, Sharon said…
Hi Neil,

Hope you had a good time at the basketball game the other night and a nice weekend too. I would love to attend the seminar in the spring regarding speaking to people about organ donation and such. What information do you need in order for me to recieve an invitation?

Are you a part of Team Maryland? or do you participate with the DC or VA chapters? Just curious. I have been to both transplant centers, Fairfax, and Washington Hospital Center.

You'll have to let me know when you will be at Georgtown Univ. so I can make plans to attend. Would love to see some of your work in person.

Looking forward to our paths crossing.

Warm regards,
Sharon
At 9:41pm on February 7, 2009, Mary C. said…
Hi Neil,
Your photos are so amazing! I am (well will be) majoring in photography at Delaware college of art and design in the fall. Have a great day!!
Mary
 
 

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