The Voice of Pancreatic Cancer Podcast

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...

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,...

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...

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, Di...

https://pancreaticcancersupportgroup.org   Join Kay Kays (https://seenamagowitzfoundation.org/survivor-kay-kays) and Michael Francis (https://seenamagowitzfoundation.org/michael-francis-story-of-a-pancreatic-warrior) as we discuss the motivation behind the new launch.    Our "Inaugural' Monthly Zoom Meeting Will Be Held Thursday, January 12, 2023 12:00 - 1:30 PM HST • 3:00-4:30 PM M...

A Conversation On Pancreatic Cancer and The Ketogenic Diet Clinical Trial with Terri Taylor, RD and Gayle Jameson Nurse Practitioner & Associate Clinical Investigator at HonorHealth Research and Innovation Institute Will a ketogenic diet improve outcomes for patients with pancreatic cancer? Nurse Practitioner & Associate Clinical Investigator Gayle Jameson answers this question and more in...

A Conversation On Pancreatic Cancer and Nutrition with Terri Taylor, RD, and Gayle Jameson Nurse Practitioner & Associate Clinical Investigator at HonorHealth Research and Innovation Institute Terri Taylor, registered dietitian with HonorHealth's Virginia G. Piper Cancer Care Network says, "Consider food as part of the overall cancer treatment and survivorship plan." In this podcast episode, T...

Voice of Pancreatic Cancer Podcast - Targeting the KRAS mutation for more effective cancer treatment with The Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin's Susan Tsai, MD, MHS, FACS and Mandana Kamgar, MD, MPH.  KRAS mutations are present in approximately 25% of tumors, making them one of the most common gene mutations linked to cancer. KRAS drives 32% of lung cancers, 40% of colorectal...

Ron Revs Up Support for Research Through “High Voltage” Motorcycle Event Series  Date of Diagnosis: 2016 Current Status: No signs of active cancer  A lifetime motorcycle enthusiast, Wisconsin’s Ron Brefka had become accustomed to living life in the fast lane when a 2016 pancreatic cancer diagnosis put the brakes on his future plans. Now, he’s back on the bike – and he’s also become a big...

ALYSSA BONAGURA  A fixture on Nashville's Indie singer-songwriter scene - Rolling Stone Stunning, Original, A Future star in the making. - Robin Gibb  One listen and it becomes crystal clear that Alyssa Bonagura was born to make music. With a voice that touches somewhere deep inside, Alyssa’s soulful sound and powerful lyrics will send you jet-setting into a broad range of human emotions...

EPISODE 16 Ben George, MD William F. Stapp Endowed Chair; Associate Professor of Medicine; Director, Phase 1 Clinical Trials Program; Associate Director for Cancer Genomics and Precision Medicine; Genomic Sciences and Precision Medicine Center  Education and Training Doctor of Medicine - University of Kerala (1998) Internship, Internal Medicine - Medical College of Ohio - Toledo, OH (2004-200...

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 ser...

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 now...

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 Mago...

GRAND SLAM Trial Results Officially Released - Pancreatic Cancer Podcast  A phase II pilot trial of nivolumab (N) + albumin bound paclitaxel (AP) + paricalcitol (P) + cisplatin (C) + gemcitabine (G) (NAPPCG) in patients with previously untreated metastatic pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDAC).   NCT02754726  Erkut H. Borazanci, Gayle S. Jameson, Sunil Sharma, Frank Tsai, Ron...

Join us on this episode for a conversation with two of the Medical College of Wisconsin's Radiation Oncologists:  Beth A. Wittmann, MD, FACR, FASTRO Professor @BETHERI81895034 https://www.mcw.edu/departments/radiation-oncology/people/beth-erickson-wittmann-md &  William A. Hall, MD Associate Professor, Radiation Oncology and Surgery @WHALLRADONC https://www.mcw.edu/departments/radiat...

Dan Winkelman’s Global Journey of Faith, Hope & Healing   Dan Winkelman’s faith brought him to some of the furthest regions of the globe, but it wasn’t until he was back on U.S. soil that he learned just how far his faith could truly take him.   Donate to Dan's campaign: https://www.flipcause.com/secure/cause_pdetails/MTIwMzM2  Diagnosed: August 2018 Current Status: No Sign of C...

Welcome to A QUICK BITE of The Voice of Pancreatic Cancer Podcast. For those of us that want to learn more in less time. Please check out the full episode for more information on this subject!  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 sur...

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 Univers...

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/

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. Su...

Welcome to The Voice of Pancreatic Cancer Podcast. Today, we’re joined by Certified Genetic Counselor Jennifer Geurts, MS, CGC and Susan Tsai, MD, MHS, FACS, Associate Professor in the Division of Surgical Oncology, Department of Surgery and the Director of the LaBahn Pancreatic Cancer Program. We’ll be talking about genetic testing when it comes to pancreatic cancer.  Certified Genetic Couns...

Welcome to A QUICK BITE of The Voice of Pancreatic Cancer Podcast. For those of us that want to learn more in less time.  For the full episode, visit this link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iccac56P_ck&list=PLEgl5DNMgFRiPayfsldUGKOmr90PG84Km&index=2   Today, we’re joined by Certified Genetic Counselor Jennifer Geurts, MS, CGC and Susan Tsai, MD, MHS, FACS, Associate Professor...

Welcome to The Voice of Pancreatic Cancer Podcast. Today, we’re joined by Dr. Kathleen Christians, Professor of Surgery in the Division of Surgical Oncology. We’ll be talking about robotic surgery when it comes to pancreatic cancer.  Find us on Twitter: @SeenaMagowitz @MCWPancProgram  The Seena Magowitz Foundation. A 501(c)(3) nonprofit committed to the awareness, prevention, and cure of...

Donate to Rick's Campaign: www.seenamagowitzfoundation.org/SchiffhauerStrong Welcome to the Voice of Pancreatic Cancer Podcast. Today, we'll be speaking with an inspirational pancreatic cancer warrior, the owner of Smash It Sports, Rick Schiffhauer. Since being diagnosed with stage 4 pancreatic cancer back in October, he’s become an advocate. He's already raised over $30,000 for the Seena Magowitz...