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.

Dave Smith

For Dave Smith, New-Onset Diabetes Preceded a Pancreatic Cancer Diagnosis

Mike Adams

The Surgery, and Surgeon, Who Saved Mike Adams’ Life

Dr. Patrick Theriault

A Medical Doctor Diagnosed Stage 1 in 2017

Barbara Bendlin

Building Strength, Accepting Help and Adapting to Life, Post-Surgery: Barbara Bendlin’s Story

Patty Younce

A 22-Year Pancreatic Cancer Survivor, Patty Younce Saw 5 Doctors Before Getting the Right Diagnosis

Richard Novell

Richard Novell Defies Multiple Odds

Steven Merlin

Steven Merlin: an 12-Year Pancreatic Cancer Survivor Makes a Strong Case for Second Opinions, Clinical Trials & Mentorship

Teona Ducre

Teona Ducre Urges Other Patients. To Become Self Advocates

Jill Pokorny

Jill Pokorny: Three Time Cancer Survivor

James “Skip” McGrane

How Optimism, Confidence in His Care Team Turned the Tables for 10-Year Pancreatic Cancer Survivor James “Skip” McGrane

Dr. Michael Gordon

When the Oncologist Becomes a Patient: Dr. Michael Gordon’s Story

Anjum Hussain

Told He Wasn’t a Surgical Candidate, Anjum Hussain Had the Whipple Procedure in 2022

Connie McCance

Persistence in Seeking a Diagnosis Paid Off for 5-Year Pancreatic Cancer Survivor Connie McCance

Tom Arai

Told He Had No Options, Tom Arai Is Now an 8-Year Pancreatic Cancer Survivor

Burt Rosen

Burt Rosen Has Multiple Cancers, But He Doesn’t Want Pity: He Wants to Change the Conversation.

Bill Whitney

At Age 87, Bill Whitney is a 13-Year Pancreatic Cancer Survivor

Bill Powell

At 81, Stage 4 Pancreatic Cancer Patient Bill Powell Is Beating the Odds

Marisa Harris

Marisa Harris: Diagnosed in 1998, She is A 27-Year Pancreatic Cancer Survivor

Michael Skaggs

The Pancreatic Cancer Journey of Michael Skaggs

Carl March

From “6 Months to Live” to a 12-Year Survivor

Raymond Shupe

Raymond Shupe: Pancreatic Cancer Story

Yvonne Mahoney

Thankfully I Discovered The Right Doctor

Mary Pierce

Mary Pierce: Long Term Survivor

Brad Sidwell

Brad Sidwell: A Pancreatic Cancer Story of Perseverance