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.

Jeanne Planey

Long-Term Pancreatic Cancer Survivor Jeanne Planey Wants Others to Know There’s Hope

Dorla Aparicio

Living Beyond the Prognosis: Dorla Aparicio Navigates Life With Stage 4 Pancreatic Cancer

Pamela Jackson

Facing a Pancreatic Cancer Recurrence, a Clinical Trial Gave Pamela Jackson a New Treatment Option

Mary Girouard

Mary Girouard Spent Years Fundraising to Fight Cancer Before the Mission Became Personal

Ian Mackenzie

Ian Mackenzie Confronted Pancreatic Cancer the Same Way He Did Danger: By Controlling Fear and Keeping His Composure

Evelyn Rogers

For Evelyn Rogers, Pancreatic Cancer Symptoms Were Easy to Overlook

Jim Pias

Four Years After a 10- to 12-Month Prognosis, Jim Pias Is Planning His Next Round

Kay Kays

Kay Kays is a 32-Year Survivor: The World’s Longest Survivor of Pancreatic Cancer

Charley Maynard

Charley Maynard, Nears 20 Years of Survivorship

Kelianne O’Shea

4 Months Before Her Wedding, 28-Year-Old Kelianne Received a Stage 4 Pancreatic Cancer Diagnosis.

Teresa Wright

Teresa Wright’s Decision Not to Ignore Mild Symptoms May Have Saved Her Life

Nancy Pollack

Diagnosed With Inoperable Stage 3 Pancreatic Cancer at 80, Nancy Prioritizes Life Beyond Treatment

Don Simons

7-Year Pancreatic Cancer Survivor Don Simons Speaks On Survival, Guilt & the Signs Too Many Miss

Darrell Berman

Diagnosed Early, Darrell Berman Reaches Five Years Without Detectable Cancer

Terry McCoy

Eight Years After a Stage 4 Pancreatic Cancer Diagnosis, Terry McCoy Shows No Evidence of Disease

Bruce Whistance

Given Six Months to Live and Sent to Hospice, Bruce Whistance Is Now a Four-Year Pancreatic Cancer Survivor

Laura Grant

Laura Grant Trusted Her Instincts & Became an 8-Year Pancreatic Cancer Survivor

Nate Nathanson

14-Year Pancreatic Cancer Survivor Alan “Nate” Nathanson Speaks on Survival, Gratitude & The Gift of Time

Michael Francis

Michael Francis: Story of a Pancreatic Cancer Survivor

Annette Jindra

For 4-Year Pancreatic Cancer Survivor Annette Jindra, Early Detection & Prompt Action Made the Difference

Jeff Vanderkin

Initially Deemed “Inoperable” & “Incurable,” Pancreatic Cancer Survivor Jeff Vanderkin is Now One-Year Post-Surgery

Michael Fitzpatrick

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

Annie Nichols

From Caregiver to Pancreatic Cancer Survivor: Annie Nichols’ Story

Dawn Keeler

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