If you've been diagnosed with a disorder of the liver, bile ducts, gallbladder or pancreas, Providence can help. Our experts provide the personalized treatment and support you need.
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Providence Cancer Institute Franz Liver, Pancreas and Surgical Oncology Clinic
When you work with our fellowship-trained liver and pancreas surgeons, you know you’re getting the best possible care. At Providence we see more than a diagnosis – we see the life in you. And we’re with you every step of the way.
Providence Cancer Institute Franz Liver, Pancreas and Surgical Oncology Clinic
When you work with our fellowship-trained liver and pancreas surgeons, you know you’re getting the best possible care. At Providence we see more than a diagnosis – we see the life in you. And we’re with you every step of the way.
Our team has experience managing all aspects of care for disorders of the liver, bile ducts, gallbladder and pancreas. We take a multidisciplinary approach by meeting weekly with other experts who specialize in specific aspects of your care. As an added layer of support, our oncology nurse navigator will guide you through the entire process, including helping you understand your diagnosis and treatment plan.
Surgical treatments offered at our clinic include:
- Whipple procedure (pancreaticoduodenectomy)
- Distal pancreatectomy/splenectomy
- Pancreatic enucleation
- Chronic pancreatitis surgery
- Major and minor liver resections
- Bile duct resection
- Hepatic ablations
- Hepatic artery infusion pump (HAI pump)
All patients are considered for the best approach, including open, laparoscopic and robotic surgical treatment options.
Additional treatment recommendations may include:
- Genomic sequencing (personalized cancer medicine)
- Genetic risk assessment
- Innovative therapies and clinical trials through Earle A. Chiles Research Institute
- High-risk cancer screening
Hepatobiliary (liver, bile ducts, gallbladder) and pancreatic cancers and conditions we treat include:
- Pancreatic cancer
- Pancreatic neuroendocrine tumors
- Cystic neoplasms of the pancreas
- Intraductal papillary mucinous neoplasm (IPMN)
- Cholangiocarcinoma (bile duct cancer)
- Hepatocellular carcinoma (liver cancer)
- Cancers metastatic to the liver from other organs
- Gallbladder cancer
- Ampullary cancer
- Duodenal cancer
- Gastrointestinal stromal tumors (GIST)
- Gallstones
- Bile duct strictures
- Pancreatitis and related complications
- Pancreatic pseudocysts
- Duodenal adenoma
- Cirrhosis and advanced liver disease
We know that every patient is unique, and we partner with you to develop a highly personalized treatment plan that fits your needs and provides the best outcomes. That is why we take a multidisciplinary approach with a team of cancer specialists at the forefront of innovative, state-of-the-art technologies, treatment options and therapies.
Patients of the Providence Liver, Pancreas and Surgical Oncology Clinic have access to:
- Multidisciplinary conference review of patient care plans
- Surgical oncologists
- Medical oncologists
- Radiation oncologists
- Interventional radiologists
- Advanced gastroenterologists
- Clinical trials through Earle A. Chiles Research Institute
- Oncology nurse navigators
- Clinical research nurses
- Oncology palliative care
- Oncology social work services
- Oncology nutrition
- Integrative medicine therapies including naturopathy, acupuncture and massage
Our Hepatobiliary and Pancreatic Surgical Fellowship offers specialty surgical training in both benign and malignant conditions. We are one of the few institutions providing this specialized training to board-certified surgeons, building an impressive network of national and international experts. As a high-volume clinic, we prioritize academic and clinical excellence that benefits both patients and future hepatobiliary and pancreatic surgeons.
Learn more about our Hepatobiliary and Pancreatic Surgical Fellowship Program
Meet the Team
At Providence, you'll have access to a vast network of dedicated and compassionate providers who offer personalized care by focusing on treatment, prevention and health education.
Why Choose Us for Your Cancer Care?
Accreditations
Some of the most well-respected accreditation programs in the United States have recognized our commitment to excellence:
- Pancreatic Cancer Center of Excellence – National Pancreas Foundation
- Pancreatitis Center of Excellence – National Pancreas Foundation
Related Resources
At Providence, our goal is to bring world-class cancer care to all the communities we serve. Hear from our Medical Director of Hepatobiliary Surgery, Dr. Jon Gerry, about what makes our Hepatobiliary and Pancreatic Cancer Program unique and the progress we’ve made in treating liver and pancreas cancers.
Watch video about our Hepatobiliary and Pancreatic Cancer ProgramProvidence Cancer Institute is strengthening our commitment to provide comprehensive cancer care. We recently opened two new surgical oncology clinics to ensure patients with complex diseases of the liver and pancreas have access to cutting-edge surgical treatments.
Part of Providence Cancer Institute of Oregon
Providence Cancer Institute is a leading provider of cancer care in Oregon, and part of the largest community-based cancer-care network in the United States. Regardless of where you go for care, you have an entire team of cancer experts working together to provide a personalized, whole-person approach to your care. At Providence we see more than a cancer diagnosis, we see the life in you and are committed to helping you live well again.