Whipple Procedure
What's it like to have a Whipple procedure? Find out from those who know best: these pancreatic cancer survivors.
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![pancreatic cancer survivor Judd Levy](https://letswinpc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Judd-Levy-template.jpg)
No Symptoms Whatsoever
Judd Levy had no symptoms when diagnosed with stage IV pancreatic cancer. He responded so well to treatment he was able to have a Whipple.
![Pancreatic Cancer patient Tony Austinson in Sedona, AZ](https://letswinpc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Tony-Austinson-template.jpg)
A Strong Support System Is Critical
Tony Austinson credits good care and a strong support system of family, friends, and men who survived cancer for getting him through.
![Eduardo Servin and his family](https://letswinpc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Eduardo-Servin-2-template.jpg)
No Time To Lose
Eduardo Servin acted pretty quickly when he began itching all over and noticed that he was jaundiced. He believes this saved his life.
![Pancreatic cancer patient Deanna Burney](https://letswinpc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Deanna-Burney-2.jpg)
Leaning into the Fight: My Battle with Pancreatic Cancer
Despite an extensive family history of pancreatic cancer, Deanna Burney’s doctors did not keep a close eye on her pancreatic cyst.
![Pancreatic cancer patient Greg Jacobson and family](https://letswinpc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Greg-Jacobson-v2.jpg)
Genetic Testing Changed My Chemo Protocol
Greg Jacobson’s family has an extensive history of cancer. After a pancreatic cancer diagnosis, genetic testing found the mutation for Lynch syndrome.
![Pancreatic cancer patient Matthew Rosenblum, his partner Natalie, and their dog Monique](https://letswinpc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Matthew-Rosenblum-3-v2.jpg)
Sometimes Things Get Worse Before They Get Better
Matthew Rosenblum thought his time was limited after a pancreatic cancer diagnosis at age 32, but he’s a BRCA2 carrier, which opened treatment options.
![Janice Canfield in the Antarctic](https://letswinpc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Janice-Canfield-2.jpg)
Cancer-Free and Running Strong
After her Whipple procedure, Janice Canfield is making the most of her time, working, running races, and traveling the world.
![Joe Pearson and his family](https://letswinpc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Joe-Pearson.jpg)
Don’t Give Up
Joe Pearson responded so well to chemotherapy that even with a stage III tumor near a blood vessel he was able to have Whipple surgery.
![pancreatic cancer survivor Dave Paffenroth and wife Wendy](https://letswinpc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Dave-Paffenroth-for-web.jpg)
Always Insist On More
Dave Paffenroth’s wife Wendy was an extraordinary caregiver, coordinating treatments and family support during pancreatic cancer treatment.
![Lynn Perkins](https://letswinpc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/Lynn-perkins-v2.jpg)
Being Aggressive Paid Off
Lynn Perkins was only 42 when she was diagnosed with stage I pancreatic cancer, so she wanted aggressive treatment. That was in 2004!
![Pancreatic cancer patient Joseph Mele](https://letswinpc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Jospeh-Mele-v2.jpg)
A Long Slog to Diagnosis, A Quick Sprint to Surgery
Joseph Mele suffered through a year of mysterious GI symptoms until he was finally diagnosed with stage II pancreatic cancer.
![Pancreatic patient and comedian John Ziegler](https://letswinpc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/John-Ziegler.jpg)
Finding Humor During Cancer Treatment
Comedian John Ziegler has managed to find the humor in the diagnosis and treatment of pancreatic cancer.
![pancreatic cancer patient Dan Grunfeld](https://letswinpc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Dan-grunfeld.jpg)
Lots and Lots of Research Leads to a Better Outcome
Dan Grunfeld put his experience as a chemist to good use as he researched pancreatic cancer treatments to find a clinical trial.
![Pancreatic cancer survivor Dr. Errol Toulon Jr., Sheriff of Suffolk County](https://letswinpc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Sheriff-Errol-Toulon.jpg)
A Fighting Spirit
Resilience best describes Dr. Errol D. Toulon, Jr., a long-term survivor of lymphoma, pancreatic cancer, and a heart emergency.
![pancreatic cancer patient Susan Hoopengarner and her husband.](https://letswinpc.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Susan-Hoopengarner.jpg)
Two-Year Survivor and Going Strong
Susan Hoopengarner coordinated her care between a local hospital and a major cancer center for chemotherapy and a Whipple procedure.