Nutrition and Pancreatic Cancer: Weight Loss, Enzymes and More

Join PanCAN during National Nutrition Month for a discussion about common nutritional challenges related to pancreatic cancer. During our free virtual event, hosted by PanCAN Chief Scientific and Medical Officer Anna Berkenblit, MD, MMSc, you'll learn more about:

• Cancer cachexia and new research into treatments for this challenging condition, which is characterized by significant, unintentional muscle and weight loss
• Pancreatic enzymes, including new guidance about best practices for their use
• The important role of a dietitian on your care team
• Why good nutrition care can help you better tolerate treatment, minimize side effects and feel healthier and stronger
• How to manage loss of appetite, tips for nutrition post-surgery and more

Anna Berkenblit, MD, MMSc

PanCAN Chief Scientific and Medical Officer responsible for the organization's overall scientific and clinical strategy, including PanCAN-sponsored studies, research grants, health data, business development and patient services.

Andrew Hendifar, MD

Medical Director, Gastrointestinal Oncology Disease Research Group; Medical Director, Clinical Trials Office, Cedars-Sinai

Shelby Yaceczko, DCN, RDN-AP, CNSC, CCTD

Advanced Practice Clinical Dietitian, UCLA

Brooke Schasteen-Smith

PanCAN Survivor and Caregiver Network volunteer and caregiver for her father, Rob Schasteen, who was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in 2022

Lizz Sanchez

Senior Case Manager, PanCAN Patient Services

*PanCAN does not endorse any company, product, test or drug. All topics discussed during this webinar are for informational purposes only and should not be considered medical advice. Contact PanCAN Patient Services and your healthcare team to learn more.