Survivor Stories

Read about the treatment experiences of pancreatic cancer survivors, including what worked, the doctors or facilities they worked with, and more.

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long-term survivor Andy Lyons and his late brother
Survivor Videos
September 26, 2025 • 1 Min

Don’t Let This Happen to You

Long-term survivor Andy Lyons took his brother’s words to heart and went into a monitoring program for pancreatic cancer.

Pancreatic cancer survivor Donna Caparida and her late husband.
Survivor Stories
September 25, 2025 • 3 Min

36 Years and Counting

When Donna Caparida had severe pain in her side, doctors found pancreatic cancer. Thirty-six years later she’s a long-term survivor.

pancreatic cancer patient Eric Egelman
Survivor Stories
September 9, 2025 • 3 Min

Fleeting, Fragile, and Funny

Eric Egelman had molecular profiling of his tumor and a KRAS mutation was found. This qualified him for a vaccine clinical trial.

Russell Reed and family
Survivor Stories
September 3, 2025 • 4 Min

Six Important Points

Russell Reed learned to advocate for himself and shares six important points that he learned on his treatment journey.

Russell Reed Finishing treatment
Survivor Stories
August 21, 2025 • 6 Min

Ready to Fight

Russell Reed lost his father-in-law to pancreatic cancer so he knew how important the right doctor would be for his own treatment.

Long-term survivor Bob Minetti and his wife.
Survivor Videos
August 19, 2025 • 1 Min

Three Buckets

Long-term survivor Bob Minetti worked as a fundraiser at a major cancer center, so he challenged the doctors to show how good they were.

Pancreatic cancer survivor Rob Beeler and his wife.
Survivor Stories
August 5, 2025 • 5 Min

A Second Opinion Was a Game Changer

Rob Beeler’s treatment for pancreatic cancer took a turn for the better when he went for a second opinion at a major cancer research center.

Jerry Chezick surfing
Patient Voices
July 24, 2025 • 3 Min

Worth It!

Gerard Chezick had to learn how to manage his new body after a Whipple procedure for PNET. It was a long haul but worth it!

long-term survivor Sharon Seibel
Survivor Stories
July 22, 2025 • 1 Min

The SHARON Trial

Long-term survivor Sharon Seibel is one of very few to have a clinical trial named for her, thanks to her brother, a cancer researcher.

Jerry Chezick before and after
Survivor Stories
July 18, 2025 • 2 Min

From Whipple to Waikiki

After getting a Whipple for his PNET, Gerard Chezick never imagined that he’d surf in Waikiki . . . but he has and will do it again.

purple flowers
Survivor Stories
July 14, 2025 • 2 Min

Diagnosed with Zero Symptoms

Enrique Dermit had no symptoms but found out he had pancreatic cancer. Fortunately it was caught at stage I.

Long-term survivor Michael Florio and family
Survivor Videos
June 12, 2025 • 1 Min

No One Fights Alone

Long-term survivor Michael Florio utilized his vast support network of family and friends to help in his battle against pancreatic cancer.

Pancreatic cancer survivor Martin Visnosky
Survivor Stories
June 9, 2025 • 3 Min

My Pancreas Was Being Attacked

Martin Visnosky thought he had a urinary infection, but it was pancreatic cancer. After a Whipple procedure and chemo he’s clear of cancer.

pancreatic cancer patient Gary Fong
Survivor Stories
May 21, 2025 • 5 Min

The Bottom Line Is Optimism

For Gary Fong, his optimism about survival is an important part of his treatment along with surgery, chemotherapy, and immunotherapy.

long-term survivor Linda Burchett and her husband
Survivor Videos
May 7, 2025 • 1 Min

The Encourager

Long-term survivor Linda Burchett faced every problem she could have during treatment, and now uses her experience to encourage others.

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