Survivor Stories
549 articles
Standing on the Shoulders of Giants
When long-term survivor Tom Dinwiddie was diagnosed with stage IV pancreatic neuroendocrine cancer he found doctors willing to treat him.
You Can Beat the Odds
Richard Blish, a long-term survivor of pancreatic cancer, was directed to a clinical trial by his immunologist daughter. The trial saved his life.
You Can Overcome It
When Camille Moses was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer, she was told to go home to die. She got a second opinion and is now a 7-year survivor.
I Can Really Do This
William Ramshaw suffered serious infections during treatment for pancreatic cancer, but grit got him through as a long-term survivor.
Wonder Wyman
As a long-term survivor Shelly Wyman is determined to educate nurses about the latest information for helping pancreatic cancer patients.
Leave No Stone Unturned
Long-term survivor Julie Lopp was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer, she told her friends that all she wanted was more of every single day.
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.
Better Than Ever
Long-term survivor Abby Pezzulo’s children very young when she was diagnosed with PNET, so she focused on them and her husband to get through.
Gratitude is the Divine Attitude
Long-term survivor Alan Nathanson credits humor, determination, and the support of his wife for his pancreatic cancer survival.
Do What Makes You Happy
When Rich Grodin was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer, he and his wife Staci teamed up to find the best treatments and doctors.
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.
Individuals Can Make a Difference
As a long-term survivor of pancreatic cancer Diane Borrison realized that it was important for her to become a committed advocate for this disease.
How Far I’ve Come
After Whipple surgery, chemo, and another emergency, long-term survivor Monsita Botwick needed help from a therapist to continue treatment.
Don’t Be Silent
Long-term survivor Enrico Crisafi knew something was wrong for months before he got a PET scan and was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer.
Every Day is a Gift
Kenny Vickers traveled a long road to recovery after what he thought was an ulcer turned out to be pancreatic cancer. Now he is a long-term survivor.