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The Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center

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Our collaborative team of scientists, physicians and allied health workers specialize in translating science learned in the laboratory into exceptional clinical care. Our center is a world leader in the diagnosis and management of pancreatic cancer, leading all institutions in novel therapies, innovative clinical trials and in training the next generation of pancreatic cancer experts.

 

 

November is Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month

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  • Precision Medicine

    We understand that pancreatic cancer patients are looking for hope, and we believe precision medicine is that hope.

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  • Clinical Trials

    Clinical trials are how cancer science becomes cancer medicine. Our experts excel at this type of bench-to-bedside discovery, and it is what ensures continued progress against cancer.

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  • Our Experts

    Our internationally recognized program has the world’s leading experts. Everything that can be done for pancreatic cancer happens at the Johns Hopkins Kimmel Cancer Center.

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  • Our Multidisciplinary Approach

    Our Center is the model for multispecialty care and one of the first to bring all the experts together to offer patients a comprehensive consultation, diagnosis and treatment plan.

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  • Pioneering Research

    Our experts are uniquely positioned to make progress against pancreatic cancer because much of the science that inspired advances unfolded here.

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  • News

    For the latest news on pancreatic cancer treatment and research discoveries, read our news magazine Pancreatic Cancer Matters.

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Webinar Latest Advances in Pancreatic Cancer Treatments

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Treatment options may feel limited when it comes to pancreatic cancer. Join Johns Hopkins pancreatic cancer experts Dr. Jin He and Dr. Lei Zheng during a live interactive webinar as they discuss the latest approaches in robotic and minimally invasive surgical techniques, surgical options for metastatic disease, new clinical trials, immunotherapy, and options for unresectable tumors. Presentation is followed by a Q&A session. (Recorded July 12, 2022)

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VIDEO Hepatic Artery Infusion Pump

Pancreatic surgeon Kelly Lafaro answers questions on the hepatic artery infusion pump. Questions include: What is a Hepatic Artery Infusion Pump? Are there benefits over chemotherapy? Can you explain the process for treatment? What is unique about the care for this at Johns Hopkins?

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The Next Generation of Pancreatic Cancer Pioneers

Our Center attracts the most accomplished young investigators interested in pursuing a career in pancreatic cancer research and treatment. Training side-by-side with established investigators, our young investigators are helping advance the science and bring much needed new therapies to patients.

Our Young Investigators

Patient Story Pancreatic Cancer Prevention | Lana's Story

Lana Brandt had a strong family history of pancreatic cancer. After experiencing several bouts of pancreatitis, she learned that she carried a genetic mutation that increased her risk of pancreatic cancer. As a means of pancreatic cancer prevention, experts at Johns Hopkins removed her pancreas and spleen using a minimally invasive technique. They then performed an autoislet cell transplant to help her body continue to produce insulin after surgery.

Webinar Latest Advancements in Pancreatic Cancer Treatments

Treatment options may feel limited when it comes to pancreatic cancer. Join Johns Hopkins pancreatic cancer experts Dr. Jin He and Dr. Lei Zheng during a live interactive webinar as they discuss the latest approaches in robotic and minimally invasive surgical techniques, surgical options for metastatic disease, new clinical trials, immunotherapy, and options for unresectable tumors. Presentation will be followed by a Q&A session.

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