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Pancreas Center

At Vanderbilt's Pancreas Center, we treat a range of pancreatic conditions ranging from the common to the most complex. Our team of experts works together to create a treatment plan that is right for you.

Conditions We Treat

We treat all pancreas center conditions, including:

  • Pancreatic cancers
  • Pancreatic cysts
  • Pancreatitis (acute, chronic, autoimmune)
  • Pancreatic adenocarcinoma
  • Pancreatic neuroendocrine tumors (NET)
  • Intra-ductal papillary mucinous neoplasms (IPMN)
  • Mucinous cystic neoplasms (MCN)
  • Serous cystadenomas (SCA)

Meet Your Care Team

Kamran Idrees
4.8

Kamran IdreesMD, MSCI, MMHC, FACS

    Benign and Malignant Diseases of the Liver, Gallbladder, and Bile Ducts, Bile Duct Cancer, Colon and Rectal Surgery, Endocrine Cancer, Endocrine Surgery, GI Cancer Surgery, Gastroenterology Surgery
Marcus C. Tan
4.8

Marcus C. TanMD

    GI Cancer Surgery, Hepatobiliary and Liver Surgery, Neuroendocrine Surgery, Pancreatic Cancer Surgery, Sarcoma, Surgical Oncology
Sekhar Padmanabhan
4.8

Sekhar PadmanabhanMD

    Bile Duct Cancer, Colorectal Liver Metastases, Hepatobiliary Cancer Surgery, Neuroendocrine Surgery, Pancreatic Cancer Surgery, Surgical Oncology
Jordan D. Berlin
4.9

Jordan D. BerlinMD

    Cancer, Esophageal Diseases, Gastroenterology, Gastrointestinal, Hematology/Oncology, Medical Oncology, Stomach, Colon, and Pancreas Cancer
Dana B. Cardin
4.9

Dana B. CardinMD

    Cancer, Gastrointestinal, Hematology/Oncology, Liver Cancer, Medical Oncology, Stomach, Colon, and Pancreas Cancer
Kristen K. Ciombor
4.9

Kristen K. CiomborMD

    Cancer, Hematology/Oncology, Medical Oncology, Stomach, Colon, and Pancreas Cancer
Laura W. Goff
4.9

Laura W. GoffMD

    Cancer, Gastrointestinal, Hematology/Oncology, Liver Cancer, Medical Oncology, Stomach, Colon, and Pancreas Cancer
Rajiv Agarwal
4.9

Rajiv AgarwalBA, MD

    Cancer, Gastrointestinal, Hematology/Oncology, Liver Cancer, Medical Oncology, Metastatic Cancer, Palliative Care
Bapsi Chak Chakravarthy
4.8

Bapsi Chak ChakravarthyMD

    Breast Cancer, Cancer, Liver Cancer, Radiation Oncology, Stomach, Colon, and Pancreas Cancer
Anthony M. Gamboa
4.8

Anthony M. GamboaIII, MD

    Gastroenterology, Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition, Interventional Endoscopy, Pancreatic Disease
Mark J. Radlinski

Mark J. RadlinskiMD

    Gastroenterology, Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition, Interventional Endoscopy, Pancreatic Disease, Pancreas
Patrick S. Yachimski

Patrick S. YachimskiMD

    Gastroenterology, Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition, Interventional Endoscopy, Pancreatic Disease
Kira A. Soldani
4.9

Kira A. SoldaniNP

    Endocrine Surgery, Gastrointestinal, Surgical Oncology

Why Choose the Pancreas Center at Vanderbilt

  • diploma, award, ribbon, Recognized care, quality
    Recognized pancreas care

    Vanderbilt University Medical Center is designated by the National Pancreas Foundation (NPF) as a clinical and academic Center of Excellence for both pancreatitis and pancreas cancer. NPF Centers of Excellence focus on multidisciplinary treatment of pancreas disease and advance research to enhance awareness and understanding of pancreas conditions.

  • conference, Team approach, people, staff, partners
    Team approach

    We work together to ensure that you receive the comprehensive care you need. Our team members collaborate with each other, as well as with experts in other medical disciplines, to provide you with individual care that addresses your unique needs.

  • health, circle, cross, Comprehensive care
    Comprehensive care

    We care for patients from prevention and genetic and nutritional counseling through diagnosis, treatment, surveillance, education and research. From the simplest to the most complex treatment, we provide a full range of options to address your specific needs and preferences. 

  • goal, specialized, individualized, customized, Personalized care
    Personalized care

    We tailor your treatment plan to meet your unique needs and health goals. We help you navigate your treatment options, as well as follow-up and patient-focused support programs and symptom management, to ensure that you receive the best possible care

  • journalism, book, Class options, Specialized assessments
    Specialized care

    We offer a high risk pancreatic cancer surveillance service to provide screening, risk assessment and education for those at high risk of pancreatic cancer. Our team of specialists works with genetics experts to determine your risks and create a care plan just for you.

  • compass, Patient care coordinators
    Patient Navigator

    The Pancreas Center has a dedicated patient navigator to help guide you through your care plan. The navigator can help you schedule appointments, gather medical records, address concerns and coordinate your care among all the specialists involved in your treatment.

  • caduceus, Depth of expertise, excellent outcomes
    Expert second opinions

    According to the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network, 30 to 50 percent of patients with pancreatic cancer who are eligible for surgery are told that it isn't an option. Our surgeons perform a high volume of pancreatic cancer surgeries, which means they can help you better understand all of your options and provide expert, comprehensive care.

Tests, Treatments and Services

We offer a full range of tests, treatments and services, including:

Locations

1301 Medical Center Drive, Suite 1660
Nashville, TN 37232
Vanderbilt Health Belle Meade
6002 Highway 100
Nashville, TN 37205
Today's hours:8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.