The stories neglect to mention an important fact: the anti-rejection drugs (especially in the large dosages given right after the transplant, before they are evaluated and tapered down) can have serious negative psychological side-effects in some recipients. Some famiies have reported that the usually-nice recipient became a "monster" of ingratitude and unkindness after surgery until the meds were reduced/changed. Recipients (and their families) should be warned to be aware of this possibility. An employer trying to make decisions while on massive dosages of new drugs during the month right after major life-changing surgery MAY be prone to make some BAD decisions.
Fr. Pat