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: 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. 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.
Radiation: 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.
Clinical Trials
Consider talking with your doctor about participating in a clinical trial at Winship. Through these trials, you may have access to treatments for pancreatic cancer that are not widely available.
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
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Mehmet Akce MD
- Medical Oncologist

Mehmet Akce MD
- Dr. Akce specializes in the treatment of patients with gastrointestinal malignancies.
- Assistant Professor, Department of Hematology and Medical Oncology, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-0032
Olatunji B. Alese MD
- Medical Oncologist

Olatunji B. Alese MD
- Dr. Alese specializes in the treatment of gastrointestinal cancers, particularly colorectal cancer.
- Assistant Professor, Department of Hematology and Medical Oncology, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-0032
Ahmad H. Al-Hajj MD
- Medical 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
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
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.
- Medical 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
Tiffany Brosius RN, BSN, OCN
- Nurse Navigator

Tiffany Brosius RN, BSN, OCN
- An Oncology Certified Nurse, Mrs. Brosius is a nurse navigator working with patients with solid gastrointestinal tumors.
- Gastrointestinal Cancer Nurse Navigator, Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-1900
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
Shermaine Campbell LMSW
- Social Worker

Shermaine Campbell LMSW
- Ms. Campbell works with the medical oncology team to assist patients with neurological, aerodigestive, breast and gastrointestinal malignancies.
- Social Worker, Medical Oncology, Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University
- shermaine.campbell@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-4593
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. Additionally, he is an expert in the treatment of complex gastrointestinal malignancies (such as stomach, pancreas, and liver cancers).
- Sarcoma Disease Team Lead, Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University
- 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
Valerie Chertin MS, CSO, RD, LD
- Nutrition Advisor

Valerie Chertin MS, CSO, RD, LD
- A Registered Dietitian, Ms. Chertin provides cancer patients who are undergoing treatment at Winship Cancer Institute with personalized nutrition advice.
- Clinical Dietitian, Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University
- valeriya.chertina@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-0296
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 of Supportive and Palliative Care Outpatient Services , Emory Healthcare
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-6448
Maria Diab MD
- Medical Oncologist

Maria Diab MD
- Dr. Diab is a medical oncologist specializing in the treatment of patients with pancreatic cancer and other gastrointestinal malignancies.
- Assistant Professor, Department of Hematology and Medical Oncology, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-0032
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
Bassel El-Rayes MD
- Medical Oncologist

Bassel El-Rayes MD
- Dr. El-Rayes is the chief clinical research scientist responsible for coordinating and providing high-level direction to the clinical cancer research programs and clinical cancer trials across the Emory campuses.
- Associate Director for Clinical Research, Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-0032
Benjamin Fischer-Valuck MD
- Radiation Oncologist

Benjamin Fischer-Valuck MD
- Dr. Fischer-Valuck practices general radiation oncology and specializes in the treatment of lung, prostate and gastrointestinal cancers.
- Assistant Professor, Department of Radiation Oncology, Emory University School of Medicine
- radonc-referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-3473
Alexis Galambos MS, RD, LD
- Nutrition Advisor

Alexis Galambos MS, RD, LD
- Ms. Galambos offers personalized nutrition advice to optimize health throughout the stages of cancer, from diagnosis to survivorship.
- Registered Dietitian, Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University
- alexis.galambos@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
- radonc-referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 501-6925
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
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
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-3307
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
- Gastroenterologist

Steven Keilin MD
- An attending gastroenterologist with expertise in advanced endoscopy, Dr. Keilin works with Winship's gastrointestinal teams to deliver top cancer care.
- Associate Director, Advanced Endoscopy Fellowship Program, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-3184
Rachel Keller RD, LD
- Nutrition Advisor

Rachel Keller RD, LD
- 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
Robert J. Klafter MD, MBA
- Community Oncologist

Robert J. Klafter MD, MBA
- As part of Winship's community oncology team, Dr. Klafter provides personalized care to cancer patients 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
Kelly Klimansky RN, BSN
- Nurse Navigator

Kelly Klimansky RN, BSN
- Ms. Klimansky assists gynecologic and gastrointestinal cancer patients throughout their treatment.
- Oncology Nurse Navigator, 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) 778-3805
Alyssa M. Krasinskas MD
- Pathologist

Alyssa M. Krasinskas MD
- Dr. Krasinskas specializes in gastrointestinal, pancreatobiliary and hepatic pathology.
- Professor, Department of Pathology & Laboratory Medicine, Emory University School of Medicine
- alyssa.krasinskas@emory.edu
- (404) 712-4178
Colleen Lewis NP
- Nurse Practitioner

Colleen Lewis NP
- Ms. Lewis is Director of Clinical Operations for the Phase I Clinical Trials Program at Winship Cancer Institute.
- Director of Clinical Operations, Phase I Clinical Trials Program, Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-1900
Jolinta Lin MD
- Radiation Oncologist

Jolinta Lin MD
- Dr. Lin practices general radiation oncology and specializes in the treatment of breast and gastrointestinal cancer.
- Assistant Professor, Department of Radiation Oncology, Emory University School of Medicine
- radonc-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
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)
Amina Naqvi MD
- Community Oncologist

Amina Naqvi MD
- A board certified medical oncologist, Dr. Naqvi treats patients with breast, gastrointestinal and gynecological cancer, and hematological malignancies and disorders.
- Assistant Professor, Department of Hematology and Medical Oncology, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-1900
Neela Natarajan MD
- Community Oncologist

Neela Natarajan MD
- Dr. Natarajan is a community oncologist treating cancer patients 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
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
- (678) 843-7340
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
- radonc-referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-3473
Ashish B. Patel MD, MBA
- Radiation Oncologist

Ashish B. Patel MD, MBA
- Dr. Patel specializes in the treatment of gastrointestinal and gynecologic cancers, and in brachytherapy and stereotactic body radiotherapy
- Medical Director, Radiation Oncology, Emory Decatur Hospital and Emory Hillandale Hospital
- radonc-referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-3473
Caroline Peacock LCSW, MDiv
- Spiritual Health Manager

Caroline Peacock LCSW, MDiv
- Caroline has a passion for offering compassionate, respectful, and effective patient/family-centered care in a multi-faith, multi-cultural environment.
- Manager of Spiritual Health Support and Community Care, Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University
- caroline.peacock@emory.edu
- (470) 446-7844
Michelle Reid MD, MSc
- Pathologist

Michelle Reid MD, MSc
- Dr. Reid specializes in the pathology of hepatopancreatobiliary malignancies.
- Professor, Department of Pathology & Laboratory Medicine, Emory University School of Medicine
- michelle.reid@emory.edu
- 404) 686-5227
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
- radonc-referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 686-2391
Maria C. Russell MD
- Surgical Oncologist

Maria C. Russell MD
- Dr. Russell's treats tumors of the liver, biliary tract, pancreas, spleen and gallbladder, metastatic tumors to the liver, tumors of the gastrointestinal tract, neuroendocrine tumors, melanoma and metastatic melanoma.
- Associate Professor, Division of Surgical Oncology, Department of Surgery, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-0680
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
Walid L. Shaib MD
- Medical Oncologist

Walid L. Shaib MD
- Dr. Shaib is a part of the medical oncology team and specializes in gastrointestinal malignancies.
- Associate Professor, Department of Hematology and Medical Oncology, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-0032
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.
- Associate 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
David D. Shepard MD
- Community Oncologist

David D. Shepard MD
- Dr. Shepard provides personalized care to cancer patients at Emory Decatur Hospital.
- Assistant Professor, Department of Hematology and Medical Oncology, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-1900
Vinita Singh MD
- Pain Management Specialist

Vinita Singh MD
- Dr. Singh collaborates with oncologists to provide state-of-the-art therapies to cancer patients suffering from pain symptoms.
- Assistant Professor, Department of Anesthesiology, Emory University School of Medicine
- vinita.singh@emory.edu
- (404) 686-2410
Charles A. Staley MD
- Surgical Oncologist

Charles A. Staley MD
- Dr. Staley leads the surgical oncology team and as Chief Quality Officer works collaboratively with leadership on tracking and improving patient services and satisfaction as well as focusing on cancer outcomes at Winship.
- Chief Quality Officer, Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-0210
Stephen M. Szabo MD
- Community Oncologist

Stephen M. Szabo MD
- Dr. Szabo practices general medical oncology and specializes in the treatment of breast cancer and gastrointestinal cancers.
- Director of Community Oncology, Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital
- 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
Collin J. Weber MD
- Surgeon

Collin J. Weber MD
- Dr. Weber specializes in endocrinology surgery, parathyroid surgery and thyroid surgery.
- William C. McGarity Professor of Surgery, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- 1-855-366-7989
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.
- Assistant Professor, Division of Surgical Oncology, Department of Surgery, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-8059
Christina Wu MD
- Medical Oncologist

Christina Wu MD
- Dr. Wu is a board certified medical oncologist specializing in the treatment of patients with colorectal cancer and other gastrointestinal malignancies.
- Associate Professor, Department of Hematology and Medical Oncology, Emory University School of Medicine
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-0032
Ali J. Zarrabi MD
- Supportive Oncologist

Ali J. Zarrabi MD
- Dr. Zarrabi provides physical, emotional, and spiritual care for patients living with serious illness.
- Associate Director, Outpatient Supportive and Palliative Care, The Emory Clinic
- winship.referrals@emoryhealthcare.org
- (404) 778-6448