Treatment
We take a team approach to caring for patients with pancreas cancer. Every patient diagnosed with pancreas cancer is presented at our multidisciplinary tumor board where specialists in all disciplines discuss their case. Treatment planning conferences are used to provide patients with treatment recommendations.
Expertise
Piedmont Surgical Oncology & HPB Surgery, a designated National Pancreas Foundation Center, has some of the country's most experienced pancreas cancer surgeons, performing a high volume of surgeries each year. Surgery is performed by a hepatopancreatobiliary surgeon specializing in these types of cancer. Our multidisciplinary approach is unique because all specialists are involved in your care. In addition, our dedicated coordinator facilitates all aspects of care within one clinic, which provides patients with an expedited evaluation and a full continuum of care.
Our team includes:
Piedmont’s full range of cancer support services and programs are available to enhance your care experience, help lessen anxiety, answer questions, and empower and guide you through every step of your cancer journey. Services include clinical trials, cancer rehabilitation, patient navigation, genetics counseling, nutrition counseling, social services, and financial assistance. Cancer wellness programs include education, nutrition workshops, exercise, art therapy, support groups and more.
Piedmont Surgical Oncology & HPB Surgery is the only provider in Georgia designated by the National Pancreas Foundation as a Center of Excellence for both Pancreatitis and Pancreas Cancer. Our team has some of the most experienced pancreas cancer surgeons in the country, performing a high volume of surgeries yearly throughout the state.
Surgical Team