Your Care at Winship
The pancreatic cancer program at Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University offers the most advanced care and treatments for patients.
Our multidisciplinary teams include oncology surgeons, radiologists, medical oncologists, pathologists, and advanced practice nurses with expertise in pancreatic cancer and other gastrointestinal cancers.
The benefits of our multidisciplinary and highly experienced teams include:
- Access to doctors and hepatopancreatobiliary surgeons who rank among the top cancer experts in the world.
- Weekly review of patient cases by the full team of experts.
- Coordinated scheduling for appointments among various specialties.
- Access to nurse navigator to assist you throughout the treatment process.
- Access to support groups and education classes for you and your caregivers.
- Availability of new treatment options within our clinical trials program.
Request an Appointment
If you have been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer, we are ready to help you. Call us at (404) 778-0032 to request an appointment with a pancreatic cancer specialist. Winship experts are available to provide a second opinion.
We understand that this is a very stressful time. We welcome your questions and requests for help. Learn what to expect on your first visit.
Diagnosing Your Pancreatic Cancer
More than 95 percent of pancreatic cancers are adenocarcinomas that line pancreatic ducts.
The stage of your disease indicates how much it has spread. Early stage cancer is a disease limited to one organ. Late stage cancer indicates spread to other organs like to the liver and lung or to the bone. Determining the stage of your cancer will affect your treatment plan. Your Winship care team may use one or more tests and procedures to determine the stage of your pancreatic cancer:
- Physical exam and lab tests.
- CT scan: computer imaging produces a 3-D picture of the pancreas and surrounding organs that allows a doctor to check for abnormal tissue that may be cancerous.
- Ultrasonography: sound waves create images as they bounce off the tissue in the abdomen.
- Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography (ERCP): a technique that uses x-ray evaluation with the aid of an endoscope to facilitate the imaging of dyes that are injected into the ducts of the pancreas.
- Percutaneous Transhepatic Cholangiography (PTC): a technique that uses a combination of dye injected into the liver and x-ray imaging in order to see if the bile ducts allow passage of fluid or if they are blocked by a tumor or other condition.
- Biopsy: a sample of tissue from the pancreas is examined by a pathologist to look for cancerous cells.
Learn About Cancer
For reliable, in-depth information about cancer symptoms, staging and diagnosis, visit CancerQuest, an educational and outreach program at Emory University.
Your Treatment Options
There are a variety of treatment options for pancreatic cancer depending on the size and location of the tumor, whether the cancer has spread and the overall health of the patient. For some patients, a combination of treatment methods may be used.
Surgery: during surgery for pancreatic cancer, a physician may remove parts of or the entire pancreas. Procedures include:
- Whipple Procedure or Pancreaticoduodenectomy: this method is used when the tumor is in the head of the pancreas. The surgeon removes the head of the pancreas and parts of the bile ducts, small intestines and stomach.
- Distal Pancreatectomy: in this procedure, the body and tail of the pancreas are removed in addition to the spleen.
- Total Pancreatectomy: the entire pancreas is removed along with part of the small intestine, a portion of the stomach, the common bile duct, the gallbladder, the spleen, and nearby lymph nodes.
Our surgical oncologists are experts in minimally invasive laparoscopic pancreatectomy surgery.
Watch video to learn more about surgical options for the treatment of pancreatic cancer.
Chemotherapy uses drugs to kill or slow the growth of cancer cells. Chemotherapy may be used if surgery is not recommended, before surgery to shrink the size of the tumor, or after surgery to kill any remaining cancer cells.
Radiation therapy uses high-energy x-rays to kill cancer cells. Radiation may be used if surgery is not recommended and to destroy cancer cells that remain after surgery.
Targeted therapies: In personalized medicine, researchers identify unique characteristics of tumors that make them vulnerable to known drugs so therapy can be tailored to an individual's cancer. In targeted therapies, Winship investigators look for new drugs that more selectively target cancer cells with fewer side effects.
Immunotherapy uses medications to help your body's immune system recognize and enhance its ability to tackle cancer cells. This type of treatment is a promising area of medicine for some patients with pancreatic cancer. At Winship, we offer immunotherapy for molecularly selected patients with advanced pancreatic cancer as well as immune therapy-based clinical trials for patients that have tumors resistant to other standard treatment options.
Clinical Trials
In addition to standard targeted therapies, participating in a clinical trial may be an option in certain cases. Clinical trials provide patients access to new medications that are being developed to treat pancreatic cancer that are not widely available. Consider talking with your doctor about participating in a clinical trial at Winship.
Supportive Oncology care
In addition to delivering the highest quality medical care, we recognize the importance of the psychological and emotional aspects of living with a cancer diagnosis and of dealing with treatment. Our supportive oncology team addresses these issues in a timely manner with additional support from counselors, nurse navigators, dietitians and social service professionals.
Your Treatment Team
- Physicians
- Physician Diagnosticians
- Nurse Navigators
- Adv Practice
- Nurses
- Support Services
- Clinical Trials
- All
Olatunji B. Alese MD
- Medical Oncologist

Olatunji B. Alese MD
- Dr. Alese specializes in the treatment of gastrointestinal cancers, particularly colorectal cancer.
- Director of Gastrointestinal Oncology, Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-0032
Ahmad H. Al-Hajj MD
- Community Oncologist

Ahmad H. Al-Hajj MD
- Dr. Al-Hajj is a community oncologist treating patients with cancer at Emory Johns Creek Hospital and Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital.
- Assistant Professor, Department of Hematology and Medical Oncology, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-1900
Karen Anderson MDiv
- Spiritual Health Provider

Karen Anderson MDiv
- Rev. Anderson provides spiritual and emotional support for oncology patients and their caregivers at Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University.
- Chaplain and Spiritual Health Fellow, Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University
- karen.anderson@emory.edu
- (470) 808-2581
Rebecca Arnold LCSW, OSW-C
- Social Worker

Rebecca Arnold LCSW, OSW-C
- Ms. Arnold works with patients of all cancer types providing resource referrals and counseling services.
- Social Worker, Medical Oncology, Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital
- rebecca.arnold@emoryhealthcare.org
- (678) 843-7021
Vaidehi Avadhani MD
- Pathologist

Vaidehi Avadhani MD
- Dr. Avadhani's clinical focus is centered around all aspects of gastrointestinal histopathology including diagnosis of complex appendiceal, colon, stomach and pancreatic cancers.
- Assistant Professor, Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, Emory University School of Medicine
- vavadha@emory.edu
- (404) 778-1900
Wendy Baer MD
- Psychiatric Oncologist

Wendy Baer MD
- Dr. Baer helps patients and their families deal with the stress of receiving a cancer diagnosis and subsequent treatment.
- Director of Psychiatric Oncology, Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-1900
Tiffany Barrett MS, RD, CSO, LD
- Nutrition Advisor

Tiffany Barrett MS, RD, CSO, LD
- Ms. Barrett leads the nutritional services team at all Winship locations providing personalized nutrition advice to patients who are undergoing cancer treatment.
- Manager of Winship Dietitians, Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University
- tiffany.barrett@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-5646
Anna Bausum ND
- Integrative Oncology Specialist

Anna Bausum ND
- Dr. Bausum supports patients with cancer by incorporating a variety of integrative medicine tools alongside patients' conventional oncology care regimens.
- Integrative Oncology Specialist, Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University
- integrativeoncology@emory.edu
- (404) 778-0600
Whitney Bond RD, LD
- Nutrition Advisor

Whitney Bond RD, LD
- Ms. Bond offers personalized nutrition advice to optimize health throughout the stages of cancer, from diagnosis to survivorship.
- Registered Dietitian, Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University
- whitney.e.bond@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-1900
Gehan R. Botrus MD, PhD
- Medical Oncologist

Gehan R. Botrus MD, PhD
- Dr. Botrus specializes in treating patients with gastrointestinal malignancies and is an active investigator in early drug development clinical trials.
- Assistant Professor, Department of Hematology and Medical Oncology, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-0032
Laura Brachman MD
- Palliative Care Specialist

Laura Brachman MD
- Dr. Brachman provides patients with cancer with relief from their symptoms and helps improve their quality of life throughout their journey.
- Assistant Medical Director, Outpatient Palliative and Supportive Care, Emory Healthcare
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-6448
Russell Brown LCSW
- Social Worker

Russell Brown LCSW
- Mr. Brown works with gastrointestinal, genitourinary, breast cancer, brain cancer, gynecological, aerodigestive, and sarcoma patients at Emory University Hospital Midtown.
- Social Worker, Medical Oncology, Emory University Hospital Midtown
- russell.h.brown@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 686-5191
Valerie Buckley MS, CSO, RD, LD
- Nutrition Advisor

Valerie Buckley MS, CSO, RD, LD
- A Registered Dietitian, Ms. Buckley provides cancer patients who are undergoing treatment at Winship Cancer Institute with personalized nutrition advice.
- Clinical Dietitian, Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University
- valeriya.buckley@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-0296
Suzy Cahn MMSc, CGC
- Genetic Counselor

Suzy Cahn MMSc, CGC
- Ms. Cahn provides comprehensive genetic counseling services for individuals who are at risk for hereditary cancer.
- Licensed Certified Genetic Counselor, Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University and Emory Decatur Hospital
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-1900
Catherine Caprara Braga MSN, AGACNP-BC
- Nurse Practitioner

Catherine Caprara Braga MSN, AGACNP-BC
- Ms. Caprara serves as lead nurse practitioner and co-investigator on early drug development trials in the Phase 1 Clinical Trials Unit at Winship.
- Lead Nurse Practitioner, Phase I Unit, Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-1900
Kenneth Cardona MD, FACS
- Surgical Oncologist

Kenneth Cardona MD, FACS
- Dr. Cardona is a board certified surgeon and surgical oncologist who specializes in the management of retroperitoneal sarcomas and soft tissue sarcomas, and in the treatment of complex gastrointestinal malignancies.
- Associate Chief Medical Officer, Winship Cancer Institute at Emory Midtown
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 686-3203
Saurabh Chawla MD
- Gastroenterologist

Saurabh Chawla MD
- A board certified gastroenterologist, Dr. Chawla specializes in the endoscopic diagnosis and treatment of pancreaticobiliary diseases and gastrointestinal malignancies.
- Director of Endoscopy, Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-3184
Hilary G. Cohen LCSW, OSW-C
- Social Worker

Hilary G. Cohen LCSW, OSW-C
- Ms. Cohen assists radiation oncology patients at Winship Cancer Institute.
- Social Worker, Radiation Oncology, Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University
- hilary.cohen@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-4627
Hannah H. Collins NP
- Nurse Practitioner

Hannah H. Collins NP
- Ms. Collins is a Nurse Practitioner for the Phase I Clinical Trial Unit at Winship Cancer Institute.
- Phase I Clinical Trials Nurse Practitioner, Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-1900
Kimberly A. Curseen MD
- Supportive Oncologist

Kimberly A. Curseen MD
- Board certified in Internal Medicine, Geriatrics, and Palliative Care, Dr. Curseen is the primary provider for the Supportive Oncology Clinic at Winship.
- Director, Palliative Medicine Program, Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-6448
Sunil W. Dutta MD
- Radiation Oncologist

Sunil W. Dutta MD
- Dr. Dutta specializes in the treatment of breast cancer and gastrointestinal cancer.
- Assistant Professor, Department of Radiation Oncology, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 686-2391
Frank Eady LMSW
- Social Worker

Frank Eady LMSW
- Mr. Eady assists genitourinary, gastrointestinal and surgical oncology patients treated at Winship.
- Social Worker, GI/GU Cancer and Surgical Oncology, Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University
- frank.eady@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-5976
Fabienne Ehivet MS, CGC
- Genetic Counselor

Fabienne Ehivet MS, CGC
- Ms. Ehivet provides comprehensive genetic counseling for individuals and families at increased risk for hereditary cancer.
- Licensed Certified Genetic Counselor, Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital and Emory Johns Creek Hospital
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-1900
Heather G. Gatcombe MD
- Radiation Oncologist

Heather G. Gatcombe MD
- Dr. Gatcombe practices general radiation oncology at Emory Decatur Hospital and Emory Hillandale Hospital.
- Assistant Professor, Department of Radiation Oncology, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 501-6925
Olumide B. Gbolahan MBBS, MSc
- Medical Oncologist

Olumide B. Gbolahan MBBS, MSc
- Dr. Gbolahan specializes in the treatment of gastrointestinal cancers, particularly biliary tract, liver and pancreatic malignancies.
- Assistant Professor, Department of Hematology and Medical Oncology, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-0032
Jamie M. Goldman MD
- Community Oncologist

Jamie M. Goldman MD
- Dr. Goldman practices general medical oncology and hematology with a focus on treating patients with genitourinary cancer at Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital.
- Assistant Professor, Department of Hematology and Medical Oncology, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-1900
Raul S. Gonzalez MD
- Pathologist

Raul S. Gonzalez MD
- Dr. Gonzalez specializes in gastrointestinal pathology.
- Associate Professor, Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, Emory University School of Medicine
- yesim.gokmen.polar@emory.edu
- (404) 712-5227
Elise Hitron MSN, FNP-C
- Nurse Practitioner

Elise Hitron MSN, FNP-C
- Ms. Hitron is a Nurse Practitioner in the Phase I Clinical Trial Unit at Winship Cancer Institute.
- Phase I Clinical Trials Nurse Practitioner, Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-1900
Lisha Sheng Ho MPAS, PA-C
- Physician Assistant

Lisha Sheng Ho MPAS, PA-C
- Ms. Ho specializes in the care of patients with gastrointestinal cancers.
- Physician Assistant, Surgical Oncology/Colorectal Surgery, Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital and Winship Cancer Institute at Emory Midtown
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-3307
Tatiana Johnson MMSc, LCGC
- Genetic Counselor

Tatiana Johnson MMSc, LCGC
- Ms. Tallo provides genetic counseling for individuals and families at increased risk for hereditary cancer.
- Licensed Certified Genetic Counselor, Winship Cancer Institute at Emory Midtown
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-1900
April Jones MDiv
- Spiritual Health Provider

April Jones MDiv
- Rev. Jones provides spiritual and emotional support for oncology patients and their caregivers at Emory University Hospital Midtown.
- Chaplain and Spiritual Health Fellow, Emory University Hospital Midtown
- april.dawn.jones@emory.edu
- (404) 686-2767
Sujata Kane MS, RD, PA-C
- Physician Assistant

Sujata Kane MS, RD, PA-C
- Ms. Kane works with the gastrointestinal medical oncology team at Winship Cancer Institute.
- Physician Assistant, Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-1900
Sandra J. Karem LCSW
- Social Worker

Sandra J. Karem LCSW
- Ms. Karem works at Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital with patients of all cancer types providing resource referrals and counseling services.
- Social Worker, Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital
- sandra.karem@emoryhealthcare.org
- (678) 843-7826
Steven Keilin MD, FASGE
- Gastroenterologist

Steven Keilin MD, FASGE
- An attending gastroenterologist with expertise in advanced endoscopy, Dr. Keilin works with Winship's gastrointestinal teams to deliver top cancer care.
- Associate Professor, Department of Medicine, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-3184
Rachel Keller MS, RD, CSO, LDN
- Nutrition Advisor

Rachel Keller MS, RD, CSO, LDN
- Ms. Keller offers advice and counseling to help patients optimize their health and nutrition from diagnosis to survivorship.
- Registered Dietitian, Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital
- rachel.keller@emoryhealthcare.org
- (678) 843-7115
Ashish Khanna MD
- Cancer Rehabilitation Specialist

Ashish Khanna MD
- Dr. Khanna focuses on the identification and treatment of neuromuscular, musculoskeletal and other issues resulting from cancer and related treatments.
- Director of Cancer Rehabilitation, Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-1900
David A. Kooby MD, FACS
- Surgical Oncologist

David A. Kooby MD, FACS
- Dr. Kooby is involved in multicenter clinical research and is an international leader in minimally invasive pancreatic, liver and biliary tract surgery.
- Professor, Division of Surgical Oncology, Department of Surgery, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-3307
Alyssa M. Krasinskas MD
- Pathologist

Alyssa M. Krasinskas MD
- Dr. Krasinskas specializes in gastrointestinal, pancreatobiliary and hepatic pathology.
- Professor, Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, Emory University School of Medicine
- alyssa.krasinskas@emory.edu
- (404) 712-4178
Susan K. Kunihiro MD
- Palliative Care Specialist

Susan K. Kunihiro MD
- Dr. Kunihiro works to improve quality of life for patients with cancer, no matter the stage of illness - from initial diagnosis, during treatment, in remission or closer to end of life.
- Assistant Professor, Department of Family and Preventive Medicine, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-6448
Jolinta Lin MD
- Radiation Oncologist

Jolinta Lin MD
- Dr. Lin practices general radiation oncology and specializes in the treatment of breast and gastrointestinal cancer.
- Associate Professor, Department of Radiation Oncology, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-3473
Lori Little MMSc, PA-C, PT
- Physician Assistant

Lori Little MMSc, PA-C, PT
Shishir K. Maithel MD, FACS
- Surgical Oncologist

Shishir K. Maithel MD, FACS
- Dr. Maithel is a board certified surgeon and surgical oncologist with special interest in hepatobiliary malignancies such as liver cancer as well as cancer of the pancreas, stomach, colon, and small intestine.
- Professor, Division of Surgical Oncology, Department of Surgery, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-5777
Meredith C. Mason MD
- Surgical Oncologist

Meredith C. Mason MD
- Dr. Mason treats tumors of the liver, biliary tract, pancreas, tumors of the gastrointestinal tract, neuroendocrine tumors and sarcoma.
- Assistant Professor, Division of Surgical Oncology, Department of Surgery, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 616-1000
Nader Massarweh MD, MPH, FACS
- Surgical Oncologist

Nader Massarweh MD, MPH, FACS
- Dr. Massarweh's specializes in minimally invasive approaches to the treatment of solid organ malignancies including hepatobiliary tumors and colorectal cancer.
- Chief of Surgery, Atlanta VA Healthcare System
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 321-6111
Meredith Maxwell MD
- Palliative Care Specialist

Meredith Maxwell MD
- Dr. Maxwell collaborates with the multidisciplinary care team at Winship to help patients address symptoms and improve their quality of life during their journey with cancer.
- Assistant Professor, Division of Palliative Medicine, Department of Medicine, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-6448
Rebecca McConnell LCSW
- Social Worker

Rebecca McConnell LCSW
- Ms. McConnell works with medical oncology patients treated at Winship Cancer Institute's Clifton campus.
- Social Worker, Medical Oncology, Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University
- rebecca.mcconnell2@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-4593
Mark McDonald MD
- Radiation Oncologist

Mark McDonald MD
- Dr. McDonald specializes in the treatment of head and neck, gastrointestinal and lung cancers, skull base tumors, and tumors of the brain and spine, as well as proton therapy.
- Medical Director, Emory Proton Therapy Center
- proton-referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- 1 (833) 3PROTON (377-6866)
Neela Natarajan MD
- Community Oncologist

Neela Natarajan MD
- A board certified medical oncologist, Dr. Natarajan sees patients with cancer at Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital and Emory University Hospital Midtown.
- Assistant Professor, Department of Hematology and Medical Oncology, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-1900
Janice M. Newsome MD, FSIR
- Interventional Radiologist

Janice M. Newsome MD, FSIR
- Dr. Newsome's clinical specialties include uterine fibroid embolization, ablative and catheter-directed treatments for cancer, among others.
- Division Director and Chief, Interventional Radiology and Image-Guided Medicine, Emory University Hospital Midtown
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-4747
William (Bill) O'Connell MD
- Interventional Radiologist

William (Bill) O'Connell MD
- Dr. O'Connell specializes in minimally invasive vascular and non-vascular interventional radiology procedures.
- Assistant Professor, Department of Radiology and Imaging Sciences, Emory University School of Medicine
- william.o'connell@emoryhealthcare.org
- (470) 344-4013
Sonal Oza MD
- Cancer Rehabilitation Specialist

Sonal Oza MD
- Dr. Oza is a board-certified physician in physical medicine and rehabilitation (PM&R) with fellowship training in cancer rehabilitation medicine.
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-1900
Michelle Park MD
- Palliative Care Specialist

Michelle Park MD
- Dr. Park helps improve quality of life for patients with cancer at any stage of their illness by addressing symptoms and collaborating with the multidisciplinary care team at Winship.
- Assistant Professor, Division of Palliative Medicine, Department of Medicine, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-6448
Pretesh Patel MD
- Radiation Oncologist

Pretesh Patel MD
- Dr. Patel specializes in the treatment of genitourinary and gastrointestinal malignancies as well as the use of high-dose rate brachytherapy, stereotactic body radiation therapy and proton therapy.
- Associate Professor, Department of Radiation Oncology, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-3473
Ashish B. Patel MD, MBA
- Radiation Oncologist

Ashish B. Patel MD, MBA
- Dr. Patel treats patients with gynecologic, gastrointestinal, genitourinary, head and neck, and thoracic malignancies, and sarcoma, and specializes in brachytherapy and stereotactic body radiotherapy.
- Medical Director, Radiation Oncology, Emory Decatur Hospital and Emory Hillandale Hospital
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-3473
Jamie Paysour MMSc, CGC
- Genetic Counselor

Jamie Paysour MMSc, CGC
- Ms. Paysour provides genetic counseling for individuals and families who are at risk for hereditary cancer.
- Licensed Certified Genetic Counselor, Grady Memorial Hospital, Georgia Cancer Center for Excellence
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 616-1000
Caroline Peacock DMin, LCSW, MDiv
- Spiritual Health Provider

Caroline Peacock DMin, LCSW, MDiv
- Dr. Peacock leads the Winship Spiritual Health Team in the work of offering compassionate, inclusive, supportive, evidence based care to patients, families and staff.
- Director of Spiritual Health, Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University
- caroline.peacock@emory.edu
- (404) 778-8029
Natalie Brooke Peeples MD
- Palliative Care Specialist

Natalie Brooke Peeples MD
- A palliative care specialist, Dr. Peeples, provides care and treatments to improve quality of life for patients in any stage of their cancer journey.
- Assistant Professor, Division of Palliative Medicine, Department of Medicine, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-6448
M. Yawar J. Qadri MD, PhD
- Pain Management Specialist

M. Yawar J. Qadri MD, PhD
- A cancer pain management expert, Dr. Qadri collaborates with oncologists at Winship to treat patients with cancer suffering from chronic pain symptoms.
- Assistant Professor, Department of Anesthesiology, Emory University School of Medicine
- yawar.qadri@emory.edu
- (404) 686-2410
Michelle Reid MD, MSc
- Pathologist

Michelle Reid MD, MSc
- Dr. Reid specializes in the pathology of hepatopancreatobiliary malignancies.
- Professor, Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, Emory University School of Medicine
- michelle.reid@emory.edu
- 404) 686-5227
Margaret A. Riso MD
- Pain Management Specialist

Margaret A. Riso MD
- Assistant Professor, Department of Anesthesiology, Emory University School of Medicine
- margaret.ann.riso@emory.edu
- (404) 686-2410
Brian S. Robinson MD, PhD
- Pathologist

Brian S. Robinson MD, PhD
- A gastrointestinal pathologist, Dr. Robinson's clinical focus is in gastrointestinal and hepatic pathology.
- Assistant Professor, Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, Emory University School of Medicine
- bsrobin@emory.edu
- 404-727-0988
Hiromi Terawaki Rosselli MD
- Community Oncologist

Hiromi Terawaki Rosselli MD
- Dr. Rosselli specializes in diagnosing and treating a number of types of cancers with an interest in breast cancer.
- Assistant Professor, Department of Hematology and Medical Oncology, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 501-7040
Soumon Rudra MD
- Radiation Oncologist

Soumon Rudra MD
- Dr. Rudra specializes in the treatment of head and neck cancer, and gastrointestinal cancer.
- Assistant Professor, Department of Radiation Oncology, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 686-2391
Maria C. Russell MD
- Surgical Oncologist

Maria C. Russell MD
- A surgical expert in the care of complex gastrointestinal and hepatobiliary malignancies, Dr. Russell as Chief Quality Officer collaborates with Winship leadership on tracking and improving patient services and satisfaction as well as focusing on cancer outcomes.
- Interim Chief Quality Officer, Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 686-1001
Juan M. Sarmiento MD, FACS
- Surgeon

Juan M. Sarmiento MD, FACS
- Dr. Sarmiento, an expert in liver, biliary tract and pancreas surgery, is one of only a handful of surgeons with a commitment to hepatopancreatic biliary surgery.
- Director of Hepatopancreatic Biliary Surgery, Emory University Hospital
- jsarmie@emory.edu
- (404) 778-3712
Neil D. Saunders MD
- Surgical Oncologist

Neil D. Saunders MD
- A board certified surgeon and surgical oncologist, Dr. Saunders specializes in cancers of the endocrine organs including thyroid, parathyroid, pancreas and adrenal glands.
- Assistant Professor, Division of General and GI Surgery, Department of Surgery, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-3712
Aarti Sekhar MD
- Radiologist

Aarti Sekhar MD
- Dr. Sekhar specializes in image-guided interventions for the treatment of gastrointestinal and genitourinary cancers.
- Associate Professor, Department of Radiology and Imaging Sciences, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-9729
Mihir M. Shah MD
- Surgical Oncologist

Mihir M. Shah MD
- A board certified surgeon, Dr. Shah specializes in the surgical management of tumors of the liver, pancreas, biliary tree, stomach, esophagus, bile duct, small bowel and retroperitoneum.
- Assistant Professor, Division of Surgical Oncology, Department of Surgery, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-3307
Jyotirmay (Joe) Sharma MD, FACS
- Surgeon

Jyotirmay (Joe) Sharma MD, FACS
- Dr. Sharma specializes in thyroid and parathyroid surgery, adrenal gland surgery and pancreatic endocrine tumors.
- Professor and William C. McGarity Chair of Surgery, Division of General and GI Surgery, Department of Surgery, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-3712
Vinita Singh MD, MS
- Pain Management Specialist

Vinita Singh MD, MS
- Dr. Singh collaborates with oncologists to provide state-of-the-art therapies to cancer patients suffering from pain symptoms.
- Associate Professor, Department of Anesthesiology, Emory University School of Medicine
- vinita.singh@emory.edu
- (404) 686-2410
Jesse A. Soodalter MD
- Palliative Care Specialist

Jesse A. Soodalter MD
- A palliative care specialist, Dr. Soodalter provides specialized outpatient medical care with a focus on relief from the symptoms and stress of cancer and other illnesses.
- Assistant Professor, Department of Family and Preventive Medicine, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-6448
Charles A. Staley MD
- Surgical Oncologist

Charles A. Staley MD
- A leading expert in the care of colorectal cancer and other gastrointestinal malignancies, Dr. Staley leads the surgical oncology team at Winship.
- Chief, Division of Surgical Oncology, Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-0210
Christine Stanislaw MS, CGC
- Genetic Counselor

Christine Stanislaw MS, CGC
- Ms. Stanislaw provides genetic counseling, including risk assessment and test coordination, for individuals concerned about the possibility of hereditary cancer susceptibility.
- Director of Genetic Counseling, Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-1900
Andrea Stephens AGNP-C
- Nurse Practitioner

Andrea Stephens AGNP-C
- Nurse Practitioner, Gastrointestinal Oncology, Winship Cancer Institute at Emory Midtown
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-1900
Alison Sturgill MS, RD, CSO, LD
- Nutrition Advisor

Alison Sturgill MS, RD, CSO, LD
- Ms. Sturgill works with patients receiving proton therapy to optimize their health and nutrition during and after treatment.
- Registered Dietitian, Emory Proton Therapy Center
- alison.sturgill@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-5646
Srinivas Sunkara MD
- Community Oncologist

Srinivas Sunkara MD
- Dr. Sunkara provides personalized care to patients with cancer at Emory Decatur Hospital.
- Assistant Professor, Department of Hematology and Medical Oncology, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-1900
Ajay Tadepalli MD
- Community Oncologist

Ajay Tadepalli MD
- Dr. Tadepalli is a community oncologist treating cancer patients at Emory Johns Creek Hospital and The Emory Clinic at Buford.
- Assistant Professor, Department of Hematology and Medical Oncology, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-1900
Amol M. Takalkar MD, MS, MBA, FACNM
- Nuclear Radiologist

Amol M. Takalkar MD, MS, MBA, FACNM
- Dr. Takalkar specializes in PET/CT probes and in targeted internal radiation therapies with therapeutic radionuclides.
- Professor, Department of Radiology and Imaging Sciences, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-5364
Christine R. Tallo MMSc, CGC
- Genetic Counselor

Christine R. Tallo MMSc, CGC
- Ms. Tallo provides genetic counseling for individuals and families at increased risk for hereditary cancer.
- Licensed Certified Genetic Counselor, Winship Cancer Institute at Emory Midtown
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-1900
Dallas Thompson MDiv
- Spiritual Health Provider

Dallas Thompson MDiv
- Rev. Thompson provides spiritual and emotional support for oncology patients and their caregivers at Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital and Emory Johns Creek Hospital.
- Chaplain and Spiritual Health Fellow, Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital and Emory Johns Creek Hospital
- dallas.anne.thompson@emory.edu
- (470) 487-2457
Raymond Walker III MDiv, BCC, CCSH-RC
- Spiritual Health Provider

Raymond Walker III MDiv, BCC, CCSH-RC
- Raymond provides administrative leadership to the Winship Spiritual Health Team, supporting and assisting in their work of compassionate and inclusive care of patients, staff, and their loved ones.
- Process Improvement Specialist III, Senior Spiritual Health Clinician, Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University
- raymond.walker@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-1900
Derek Lamont West MD, MS
- Interventional Radiologist

Derek Lamont West MD, MS
- Dr. West is a board certified interventional radiologist specializing in the treatment of pancreatic adenocarcinoma and other genitourinary cancers.
- Acting Associate Professor, Department of Radiology and Imaging Sciences, Emory University School of Medicine
- derek.west@emory.edu
- (404) 712-7118
Field F. Willingham MD, MPH
- Gastroenterologist

Field F. Willingham MD, MPH
- Dr. Willingham is a leading expert in interventional and therapeutic endoscopy, seeing patients for specialized procedures from the United States and abroad.
- Director of Endoscopy, Division of Digestive Disease, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-3184
Pepper Wilson RD, LD, CSO
- Nutrition Advisor

Pepper Wilson RD, LD, CSO
- Mrs. Wilson provides individualized nutrition care to optimize health throughout the stages of cancer, from diagnosis to survivorship.
- Registered Dietitian, Emory Johns Creek Hospital
- pepper.wilson@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 293-5837
Joshua H. Winer MD
- Surgical Oncologist

Joshua H. Winer MD
- Dr. Winer's specialties include HIPEC, laparoscopic and robotic pancreas, liver, and gastric resections, and minimally invasive colon surgery.
- Associate Professor, Division of Surgical Oncology, Department of Surgery, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-3307
Nan Xiang MD
- Pain Management Specialist

Nan Xiang MD
- Dr. Xiang specializes in managing chronic pain symptoms for patients with cancer.
- Assistant Professor, Department of Anesthesiology, Emory University School of Medicine
- nan.xiang@emory.edu
- (404) 686-2410
Ali J. Zarrabi MD
- Palliative Oncologist

Ali J. Zarrabi MD
- Dr. Zarrabi provides physical, emotional, and spiritual care for patients living with serious illness.
- Assistant Professor, Department of Family and Preventive Medicine, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-6448
Wei Zheng MD, PhD
- Pathologist

Wei Zheng MD, PhD
- Dr. Zheng specializes in gastrointestinal and hepatic pathology.
- Assistant Professor, Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, Emory University School of Medicine
- wei.zheng@emory.edu
- (404) 778-1900