Join us in an enlightening conversation with Mandana Kamgar, MD, MPH, a specialist with the Froedtert & The Medical College of Wisconsin health network, as we delve into the intricacies of neoadjuvant therapy in pancreatic cancer. This podcast offers a thorough exploration of treatment stages, the impact of early diagnosis, and cutting-edge advances in cancer care. Discover the nuances of genomic and genetic testing and how they shape personalized treatment plans. Learn about the challenges and triumphs in the journey towards effective pancreatic cancer treatment, provi ..read more

This podcast episode is part of the Voice of Pancreatic Cancer Podcast, hosted by Miranda Wainberg from the Seena Magowitz Foundation and Dr. Susan Tsai from the Medical College of Wisconsin. The podcast is dedicated to the awareness, prevention, and cure of pancreatic cancer, this episode is particularly focusing on neuroendocrine tumors. The guest in this episode is Alexandria T. Phan, MD, FACP, Professor. Dr. Phan received her medical doctorate from the University of California at Irvine, trained in Internal Medicine at Baylor College of Medicine, and completed her Hematology-Oncology fello ..read more

In this inspiring episode, join Miranda Wainberg, host of the Voice of Pancreatic Cancer podcast, as she welcomes Marisa Harris, a 25-year survivor of pancreatic cancer and a dedicated coach for those facing the disease. Marisa, an author, and Columbia University psychology graduate, shares a preview of her upcoming book, which explores the six challenges commonly encountered by pancreatic cancer patients. From resetting priorities and managing treatments to building connections and facing the fear of recurrence, Marisa offers real strategies and stories of resilience to inspire hope and promo ..read more

Learn more about our foundation: https://seenamagowitzfoundation.org  Welcome to the Voice of Pancreatic Cancer podcast. I'm your host, Miranda Weinberg with the Seena Magowitz Foundation, and if you don't know about the foundation, we are a nonprofit that's committed to the awareness, prevention and cure of pancreatic cancer. With me today is Dr. Susan Tsai and Michele Derdzinski, RD, CD, Dietitian, from the Medical College of Wisconsin. Today we're going to be speaking on the topic of nutrition.  Boosting Pancreatic Cancer Patients' Health with Proper Nutrition https://www.mcw.edu ..read more

A Conversation with 2021's Miss Arizona Amber Barto and Roger E. Magowitz About Pancreatic Cancer  Episode 15  Barto’s journey in pageants started when she was 15 years old. She first served as Miss City of Maricopa’s Outstanding Teen in 2013 and went on to serve as Miss Arizona's Outstanding Teen in 2014. After competing in the Miss America's Outstanding Teen competition in 2014 and serving as Miss Scottsdale in 2019, Barto aspired to represent the state on an even bigger scale.  “Stepping on that stage was a dream come true. Competing for Miss Arizona was something I waited fo ..read more

THE VOICE OF PANCREATIC CANCER PODCAST - EPISODE 14   An Introduction to HonorHealth Research and Innovation Institute - Pancreatic Cancer Podcast  Innovative treatment options—HonorHealth Research and Innovation Institute is at the front of today's most important health questions. Established in 2005, the institute has become a patient destination for treatments often available nowhere else. Learn more about the HonorHealth Research and Innovation Institute in this episode.   GAYLE JAMESON: MSN, ACNP-BC, AOCN Associate Clinical Investigator at The HonorHealth Research ..read more

VOICE OF PANCREATIC CANCER PODCAST - EPISODE 13   A Podcast Conversation with a Passionate Fighter Against Pancreatic Cancer Stan Vitikas    Stan is a long-time advocate for fighting pancreatic cancer. He also is a patient liaison volunteer, offering emotional support to newly diagnosed pancreatic cancer patients.   Stan became an advocate and fundraiser for the Seena Magowitz Foundation after he was moved by Roger Magowitz’s call to action: “If not me, then who?” Stan said he’s “been lucky enough to survive, so if not me, then who could I ask to step up and raise mone ..read more

Join Dr. Susan Tsai and Miranda Wainberg as we have a conversation with Karen Kersting, PhD. She is a licensed clinical psychologist who provides counseling and psychotherapy to patients treated by surgeons in the Division of Surgical Oncology. She completed an undergraduate degree in Journalism at the University of Wisconsin—Madison, a PhD in Counseling Psychology at Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond, VA, and a postdoctoral fellowship in clinical health psychology at the Dayton Veterans Administration Medical Center in Dayton, OH. She joined the faculty of MCW in 2016, happily movi ..read more

STEVEN LEWIS: LATE-STAGE LONG TERM WARRIOR  Survived Over 11 Years Since Metastasized Stage 4 Pancreatic Cancer Diagnosis in 2010  Originally Diagnosed: 2007 Metastasized To Stage 4: 2010  Read his whole story: https://seenamagowitzfoundation.org/steven-lewis-long-term-pancreatic-cancer-survivor-story/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/seena-magowitz-foundation/message ..read more

Welcome to The Voice of Pancreatic Cancer Podcast. Today, we’re joined by Dr. Rachna Shroff, MD, MS., an Associate Professor of Medicine and Chief of GI Medical Oncology as well as Leader of the Gastrointestinal Clinical Research Team at the University of Arizona Cancer Center. We’ll be talking about her work with clinical trials and a specific success story with one of her patients, Sue Chase. Sue Chase and her daughter, Nicole Retcher will be joining us as well.   Find us on Twitter: @SeenaMagowitz @MCWPancProgram     The Seena Magowitz Foundation. A 501(c)(3) nonpro ..read more