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My Surgery Revealed a Different Cancer Story
Douglas Cordova was originally diagnosed with pancreatic adenocarcinoma, but tests after his Whipple found PNET instead.
The Small Moments Bring Us Joy
Susan Ganis thought she had a gall stone or a kidney stone but there was a tumor on her pancreas.
Our Destiny Is Not in the Data
With a young family, Yann Bizien was determined to be a survivor of stage IV pancreatic cancer, even after a recurrence.
Very Fortunate
Mike Duffy considers himself very fortunate that his pancreatic cancer was caught early enough to qualify him for the Whipple procedure.
Attitude and Effort
Long-term survivor Ken Brown was determined to beat pancreatic cancer, even trying the new-at-the-time protocol of chemo before surgery.
From Pancreatic Cancer to Blessed
After recovering from chemotherapy and a Whipple procedure, Linda Burchett knows she is blessed to be able to travel and enjoy life as a long-term survivor.
36 Years and Counting
When Donna Caparida had severe pain in her side, doctors found pancreatic cancer. Thirty-six years later she’s a long-term survivor.
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.
Six Important Points
Russell Reed learned to advocate for himself and shares six important points that he learned on his treatment journey.
Three Buckets
Long-term survivor Bob Minetti worked as a fundraiser at a major cancer center, so he challenged the doctors to show how good they were.
A Second Opinion Was a Game Changer
Rob Beeler’s treatment for pancreatic cancer took a turn for the better when he went for a second opinion at a major cancer research center.
Worth It!
Gerard Chezick had to learn how to manage his new body after a Whipple procedure for PNET. It was a long haul but worth it!
From Whipple to Waikiki
After getting a Whipple for his PNET, Gerard Chezick never imagined that he’d surf in Waikiki . . . but he has and will do it again.
No One Fights Alone
Long-term survivor Michael Florio utilized his vast support network of family and friends to help in his battle against pancreatic cancer.
My Pancreas Was Being Attacked
Martin Visnosky thought he had a urinary infection, but it was pancreatic cancer. After a Whipple procedure and chemo he’s clear of cancer.