Pancreatic Cancer

View the presentations from the last symposium

On November 12, 2011, Charles J. Yeo, MD, the Samuel D. Gross Professor and Chair of Surgery, and other Jefferson experts discussed developments in pancreatic cancer and related diseases research and treatment.

Presentations were delivered that explored advances in diagnostics, treatments and therapies. Attendees had the opportunity for conversations with physicians, nurses, dieticians and scientists.

Topics/Speakers

Welcome and Overview
Charles J. Yeo, MD
Samuel D. Gross Professor and Chair of Surgery

Endoscopic Intervention for Pancreatic and Related Tumors: Diagnosis and Management
Thomas Kowalski, MD
Associate Professor of Medicine
Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology

Pancreatic Cancer Surgery
Ernest L. Rosato, MD
Francis E. Rosato Professor of Surgery
Director, Division of General Surgery

A Novel Marker for Early Diagnosis of Pancreatic Cancer
Hwyda A. Arafat, MD, PhD
Associate Professor of Surgery, Division of Surgical Research

Molecular-Targeted Therapy for Pancreatic Cancer: A Glimpse into the Future
Jonathan R. Brody, PhD
J. Wallace Davis and Gail G. Davis Professor of Surgery
Director, Division of Surgical Research

Genetics and Pancreatic Cancer
Sarah Charles, MS, CGC
Genetic Counselor, Jefferson Kimmel Cancer Center Network

Personalized Treatment for Pancreatic Cancer
Jordan Winter, MD
Assistant Professor of Surgery
Division of General Surgery

Diet and Nutrition Following Surgery
Mary Ellen Fitzpatrick, MS, CNSD, RD, LDN
Clinical Dietician, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital