Dr. Anthony Atala

Dr. Anthony Atala is a renowned medical researcher and surgeon specializing in regenerative medicine and tissue engineering. He works on developing ways to grow and transplant organs and tissues in the lab, aiming to help patients avoid traditional transplants and reduce organ shortages. His innovations include creating lab-grown bladders, ears, and other tissues, advancing the possibility of personalized, biocompatible medical treatments. As a leader at the Wake Forest Institute for Regenerative Medicine, he is at the forefront of translating scientific research into real-world medical solutions to repair or replace damaged body parts.