Our Mission:
Using all the resources, expertise and experience of our team to raise community awareness, maintain the highest standards of healthcare quality and safety, and support patients and families in our community and beyond in their journey with pancreatic cancer.
Support for Each Stage of the Journey
At Erlanger, our dedicated, experienced Pancreatic Cancer treatment team is ready to offer the best treatments available for pancreatic cancer. We regularly serve the greater Chattanooga area, East Tennessee, North Georgia, Northeast Alabama, and Western North Carolina, as well as accept more distant referrals. We are comprised of multidisciplinary, advanced fellowship-trained experts surrounded by a comprehensive support team. From diagnosis to treatment, we are ready to help our patients through each step of their journey.
Our Team
Multidisciplinary, advanced fellowship-trained experts work closely with your local care providers to ensure continuity for local patients and travelers.Meet Our Pancreatic Cancer Team
Advanced Diagnosis and Treatment
Our team uses the latest oncology advances to optimize patient outcomes.Learn about Diagnosis and Treatment
Nurse Navigator
Our Nurse Navigator will help you at each stage of your journey, coordinating appointments and treatment, answering questions and more.Meet Our Nurse Navigator
Oncology Support
Comprehensive oncology resources include social, psychosocial, nutritional, and palliative support.Learn about Pancreatic Cancer Support Resources
Erlanger Is a Pancreatic Cancer Center of Excellence
The National Pancreas Foundation has recognized Erlanger as a Clinical Center of Excellence for pancreatic cancer care. We’re the region’s only program with this designation, and one of two in Tennessee. NPF’s rigorous audit determined that Erlanger offers multidisciplinary treatment that focuses on the whole patient, the best possible outcomes, and improved quality of life.
LEARN ABOUT OUR CENTER OF EXCELLENCE DESIGNATION
Patient Education
Understanding the pancreatic cancer journey
Pancreas Overview
What is the pancreas and what are the types of pancreatic cancer?
Learn about the Pancreas and Pancreatic CancerSigns & Symptoms
What are the often-vague signs and symptoms of pancreatic cancer?
Learn about Pancreatic Cancer SymptomsRisk Factors & Early Detection
Why is early detection so important?
Learn about Risk Factors & Early DetectionAdvanced Diagnosis
How is pancreatic cancer diagnosed through advanced gastroenterology?
Learn about Pancreatic Cancer Diagnosis