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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.
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.
USAF Veteran PJ, Author, Entrepreneur, and Survivor of CHF and Pancreatic Cancer
Dr. James Moss has followed many different pursuits in his life but now he can call himself a pancreatic cancer survivor.
Endurance, Resilience, and Tenacity
After his pancreatic cancer diagnosis, John Sanders went for a second opinion, which led to a more aggressive treatment plan.
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.
Don’t Throw In the Towel
Ashley Coker was dealt a double blow–pancreatic cancer and not qualifying for surgery. She did her research and ended up having a pancreatectomy.
Using Ultrasound to Enhance the Effectiveness of Chemotherapy
A clinical trial combines ultrasound with a microbubble contrast agent to make chemotherapy more effective.
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.
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.
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.
Using Humor to Face Pancreatic Cancer
Richard Liles has a stage IV pancreatic cancer diagnosis but feels it is very important to keep a sense of humor throughout.
It Started With Acid Reflux
James Arnott thought he had an acid stomach but a scan showed pancreatic cancer, and he soon had a Whipple procedure.
Forget Stages . . . Set Goals Instead!
After her pancreatic cancer diagnosis, Heather Sanderson set goals: surgery and then getting back to the gym.
A Clinical Trial Saved My Life
Bob Minetti and his doctors believe that a clinical trial saved his life after a pancreatic cancer diagnosis.
Carefully Choosing My Doctor
Doris Bowdoin researched to find the best doctor for her pancreatic cancer. Now she advocates for others through the Witches of St. Andrews.