Pancreatectomy
15 Articles
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.
You’re Not Alone
Long-term survivor Jenna Thiel counted on support from her family to get her through a difficult recovery from pancreatic cancer surgery.
Proud to be Living with Pancreatic Cancer
Paul Suntup is a long-term survivor living with recurring pancreatic cancer. He tells other patients that they too can survive this disease.
Embrace All the Good Things
After two bouts with pancreatic cancer, long-term survivor Anthony Del Russo embraces all the good in life with his family and friends.
Listen to the Patient
Long-term survivor Michael Whalen is here because he pushed his doctors to follow up on his concern about possibly having pancreatic cancer.
Find the Joy in Your Life Every Day
Long-term survivor Donna Robinson decided to focus on joy rather than fear during treatment for pancreatic cancer.
You Can Do Anything
Long-term survivor Jay Bozick carries the BRCA2 mutation, which has made newer treatments an option for his pancreatic cancer.
Early Detection Saved My Life
Martin Abrams and his daughter Tova have a family history of pancreatic cancer, so a screening program and early detection are paramount.
The Mother I’ve Always Wanted To Be
Despite a long struggle with pancreatic cancer, long-term survivor Elizabeth O’Connor wants as much time as possible with her children.
We’re in This Together
Long-term survivor Tom Bajoras took his pain from treatment for PNET and turned it into music to inspire others who are struggling.
You’ll Get Through It
Margie Goldsmith has faced pancreatic cancer three times, and each time she has used her positive attitude to help her through treatment.
Watch Me
Miggie Olsson was not willing to accept that nothing could be done for her stage IV pancreatic cancer. She was determined to be a long-term survivor.
I’m Going to Beat This
Amy Zaterman is a long-term survivor who relied on her mother for support during treatment for stage IV pancreatic neuroendocrine cancer.
You Can Win This Fight
Rachel Moreno credits long-term survivor status to her choice to move to her son’s in Michigan for treatment, where she found a doctor and a clinical trial.
Yolanda L. Jackson’s Story
Yolanda L. Jackson is a long-term survivor of pancreatic cancer. She worked throughout her treatment, despite side effects, and is now living her life with a “new normal.”