MD vs DO are different philosophies of medical education. Traditionally MD is what most people identify with but the DO's are fine as well. If you are looking for a plastic surgeon they should be boarded by ABPS and a member of ASPS and/or ASAPS.
In this article. The pancreas is a large gland behind the stomach and next to the small intestine. The pancreas does two main things: 1  It releases powerful digestive enzymes into the small intestine to aid the digestion of food.n this article. The pancreas is a large gland behind the stomach and next to the small intestine. The pancreas does two main things: 1  It releases powerful digestive enzymes into the small intestine to aid the digestion of food.
What is the pancreas? It is a silent, solid organ positioned behind the stomach in the upper part of the abdomen. The body's main digestive organ, the pancreas is composed of different cells that serve distinct functions. Some cells produce digestive juices or enzymes, while the others produce hormones. The pancreatic enzymes break down the three types of nutritional elements: protease digests proteins; lipase digests fat; and amylase digests carbohydrates.