Survivor Stories
555 articles
An Unexpected Diagnosis of PNET
Lisa Tayman was surprised to discover that the shoulder pain she had was from a pancreatic neuroendocrine tumor.
My Two-Year Journey with Pancreatic Cancer
When filmmaker Glen Trotiner was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer, he learned a new meaning for “treatment.”
Blood Clots, a Stroke, and Pancreatic Cancer
Mike Emerson underwent a pancreatectomy followed by two years of chemotherapy and radiation but he’s enjoying life now.
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.
Embracing Optimism
Laurie MacCaskill is a long-term survivor of pancreatic cancer. She followed a personalized treatment plan, and focused her energy on remaining optimistic.
The Positive Impact of a Pancreatic Cancer Clinical Trial
Richard Blish was a healthy, athletic 67-year-old when he developed symptoms of pancreatic cancer. His daughter steered him to a clinical trial for treatment.
Each Person Is a Statistic of One
When Miggie Olsson was diagnosed with stage IV pancreatic cancer she opted for a science-based unusual treatment plan to have a chance at survival.
Relocating For Pancreatic Cancer Treatment and a Clinical Trial
Rachel Moreno knew she would need help during treatment but moving in with her son also gave her access to a clinical trial.
I’ll Never Stop Fighting
When Lynne Holcomb was diagnosed with stage IV pancreatic cancer, she kept fighting through treatment and made it onto a clinical trial.
Kicking Pancreatic Cancer’s Butt
When Margie Goldsmith was diagnosed with an IPMN she made it her goal to beat that pancreatic cancer. It took two more tries but she did it.
Where Sorrow and Joy Meet
Musician and producer Tom Bajoras has focused on the sorrow, joy, and beauty of life as he fights PNET with standard and new treatments.
The Butterfly Effect and Living Every Day to My Fullest
Because Helene Avraham-Katz has the BRCA2 mutation, certain chemotherapies work better and she is eligible for specific clinical trials.
A Family Tree Bent but Not Broken by Pancreatic Cancer
When Kay Zedd Kesser looks around her family tree, she sees pancreatic cancer everywhere. But screening saved Kay’s life.
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.
What Is It Going to Take to Stop Pancreatic Cancer? A 10-Year Survivor’s Perspective
Survivor William Ramshaw reflects on the need for more research into treatments and early detection tests for pancreatic cancer.