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.

Marisa Harris

Marisa Harris: A Nearly 28-Year Pancreatic Cancer Survivor Speaks on Second Opinions, Finding the Right Doctor & Following One’s Own Path to Wellbeing

Carl March

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

Raymond Shupe

Early Detection Gave Pancreatic Cancer Survivor Ray Shupe a 2nd Chance at Life

Brad Sidwell

Brad Sidwell: A Pancreatic Cancer Story of Perseverance

Ken Swan

Ken Swan: Pancreatic Cancer Warrior Turned Fundraiser

Roger Caplinger

Roger Caplinger: Pancreatic Cancer Story

Glenn Kollman

Diagnosed By Accident, Glenn Kollman Now Lives Cancer Free

Manny Garcia

A Stage 4 Pancreatic Cancer Diagnosis at Age 26: Manny Garcia’s Story

John Sielicki

John Sielicki Pancreatic Cancer Story

Dianne Springer

5 Years Post-Diagnosis, Pancreatic Cancer Survivor Dianne Springer Is Living, Thriving & Collecting Passport Stamps

Dan Winkelman

From Myanmar to Milwaukee, and Now, Alaska: 6-Year Pancreatic Cancer Survivor Dan Winkelman Riding 3,800 Miles to Raise Awareness, Funding for Pancreatic Cancer

Jack Chase

Jack Chase: Was Originally Misdiagnosed with Hepatitis

Leanne Pierce

She Found Hope Through Survivor Stories, and Now, She’s Living Her Own Story

Janet McNabb

A 23-Year Pancreatic Cancer Survivor, She Was Originally Misdiagnosed

Allen Cotton

Allen Cotton: A 14-Year Pancreatic Cancer Survivor’s Story of Faith, Self-Advocacy & Overcoming the Odds

Wayne Mullis

Wayne Mullis: Pancreatic Cancer Patient Story

Joe Levine

11-Year Pancreatic Cancer Survivor Joe Levine’s Life Saved 3 Times by Women Who Refused to Ignore Warning Signs

Kellie Elledge-Bott

Kellie Elledge-Bott: Diagnosed in 2001, She is A 22-Year Pancreatic Cancer Survivor

Bill Eblin

An Almost 26-Year Pancreatic Cancer Survivor Talks Perseverance, Advocacy & New and Emerging Treatment Options

Elizabeth O'Connor

Diagnosed At Age 31, To Her, Every Moment Matters

Howard Young

21-Year Pancreatic Cancer Howard Young Defies the Odds, Raises Millions for Research