Patient Stories

In the realm of cancer battles, pancreatic cancer stands as one of the most formidable foes. Its stealthy onset and aggressive nature make it a particularly challenging adversary. Yet, amidst this struggle, there are beacons of hope – survivors who defy the odds and share their journeys to inspire others. The Seena Magowitz Foundation has chronicled several such stories, offering insights into the battles, victories, and the relentless spirit of pancreatic cancer warriors.

Michael Fitzpatrick

After Losing His Mother to Pancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumors, Michael Fitzpatrick Is Now a 25-Year Survivor of the Same Condition

Lia Wu

For Lia Wu, Speaking Up & Self-Advocating May Have Saved Her Life

Annie Nichols

From Caregiver to Pancreatic Cancer Survivor: Annie Nichols’ Story

Tracy Weiser

Diagnosed With Stage 3 Pancreatic Cancer Ahead of Her 60th Birthday, Tracy Weiser Now Shows No Evidence of Disease

Dawn Keeler

Dawn Keeler Faced a “One-in-a-Million” Cancer Diagnosis with Courage, Candor

Paul Suntup

Living with Acinar Cell Carcinoma: How One Man Turned a Rare Diagnosis into Hope

Kelley Fox

Longtime Pancreatic Cancer Survivor Kelley Fox Talks Treatment, “Survivor’s Guilt” & Learning to Accept What One Can & Can’t Control

Robert Panacci

Advocacy Born From Adversity: Robert Panacci’s Story

Craig Adelman

Early Detection & Daily Exercise Helped Craig Adelman Get Ahead of Pancreatic Cancer

Wendy Hammers

For 10-Year Pancreatic Cancer Survivor Wendy Hammers, Laugh Lines Are a Lifeline

Tim Ashe

Tenacity, Self-Advocacy Helped Tim Ashe Navigate Pancreatic Cancer

Liz Behling

Back in the Driver’s Seat: Liz Behling’s Story of Strength, Survival & Starting Over After Pancreatic Cancer

Doug Quesinberry

Faith, Family & Follow-Through: How 8-Year Pancreatic Cancer Survivor Doug Quesenberry Fought Hard & Found Healing

Richard Weltsch

Given a 0.05% Chance of Survival in 1992, Richard Weltsch Marks 33 Years Cancer-Free

Theresa Stern Valentic

Two Generations, One Fight: 18-Year Pancreatic Cancer Survivor Theresa Valentic Overcame the Same Condition Her Mother Did Decades Earlier

Julie Whyte

No One Fights Alone: How Family, Faith & Hope Helped Julie Whyte Reach 4 Years of Pancreatic Cancer Survivorship

Kay Kays

Kay Kays is a 31-Year Survivor: The World’s Longest Survivor of Pancreatic Cancer

Stephen Bigelsen M.D.

An 8-Year Survivor’s Insights on Pancreatic Cancer Care & Treatment

Don Miller

Despite a Pancreatic Cancer Recurrence, Don Miller Defies Prognoses as a 5-Year Survivor

Marty Weiner

Professional Insight, Personal Resolve Helped Dr. Marty Weiner Navigate Pancreatic Cancer

Emily Ziegler

Mother of 4 Emily Ziegler Faced Pancreatic Cancer at Age 36

Dr. Clifford Greenbaum

Dr. Clifford Greenbaum Defied a Family Legacy & Became an 18-Year Pancreatic Cancer Survivor

Christine Wells

For Christine Wells, Traditional Treatments, Lifestyle Changes & Holistic Practices Were the Keys to Fighting Pancreatic Cancer

Stan Vitikas

17 Years Strong: Pancreatic Cancer Patient-Turned Prolific Fundraiser Stan Vitikas Raised More Than $500,000 for Research