Pancreatic Cancer Doctors, Oncologists and Surgeons

Members of our pancreatic cancer team have achieved national and international recognition for advances in research and patient care. The program also includes highly experienced nurses and support staff who specialize in caring for patients with pancreatic cancer. 

• Surgeons remove portions of the pancreas or transplant the pancreas.
• Interventional radiologists deliver non-surgical, minimally invasive therapies.
• Medical oncologists treat pancreatic cancer with chemotherapy or novel biologic therapies.
• Radiation oncologists use radiation therapy to treat tumors.
• Pathologists identify diseases by studying cells and tissues under a microscope.
• Diagnostic radiologists use imaging (X-rays and advanced imaging techniques) to diagnose diseases.
• Palliative care physicians provide advanced cancer symptom management.
• Nurse practitioners and physician assistants coordinate appointments and provide support.
• Social workers help manage the day-to-day of living with cancer.
• Genetic counselors look for patterns and make recommendations for family members and for other cancers.
• Dietitians make sure nutritional needs are met.

The entire program team works together to provide patients with comprehensive, fully coordinated care.