Provider Update for Pancreas and Biliary Surgery
Welcome to Provider Update
Welcome to this specialty version of Provider Update dedicated to pancreas and biliary surgery. We specialize in leading-edge care for the diagnosis and treatment of all simple and complex pancreatic and biliary conditions. Learn more about our care model that includes a multidisciplinary team of specialists and how that improves clinical outcomes for patients from the
onset of care. <Read More> 
University of Minnesota lands SPORE grant
In October 2010, the University of Minnesota - in collaboration with the University of Alabama at Birmingham - won a five year, $11.5 million grant from the National Cancer Institute. The Specialized Program of Research Excellence (SPORE) grant was awarded to both institutions to explore groundbreaking pancreatic cancer research, prevention, and treatment. <Read More>
Weekly conference convenes scientists and physicians to discuss complex cases
For patients with complex pancreas and biliary conditions, multidisciplinary expertise can offer the best hope for treatment success. Every week, a team of experts participates in a weekly pancreas and liver conference held at the University of Minnesota to share complex cases and various experimental treatments. <Read More>
Laparoscopic liver surgery and radiofrequency ablation improve outcomes
Traditionally, removal of parts of the liver has required a large incision across the upper abdoment. Laparoscopic techniques have now made it possible to safely accomplish the same outcomes using cameras and instruments which fit through several smal incisions on the abdomen. This and other minimally invasive techniques result in less patient discomfort and shorter hospital stays. <Read More>
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