Medical Services • Pancreas Health

The Illinois Center for Pancreatic and Hepatobiliary Diseases at NCH combines advanced technology and exceptional experience with compassionate, personalized care.

Putting the latest medical advances to work for you

As part of the Gastroenterology Department, the Illinois Center for Pancreatic and Hepatobiliary Diseases provides treatments for pancreatic cancer as well as diseases of the liver, pancreas and bile ducts. These treatments include the Whipple procedure, considered one of the most complex surgeries in existence, second only to organ transplants.

Precision-skilled teams of physicians, nurses and technicians

• The Illinois Center for Pancreatic and Hepatobiliary Diseases at NCH is staffed by nationally recognized, board-certified surgeons, radiation oncologists, pathologists, endocrinologists and gastroenterologists along with our staff of highly skilled nurses and technologists
• With the addition of nationally recognized surgical oncologist Dr. Malcolm Bilimoria, we've greatly enhanced our ability to offer leading edge care to patients with pancreatic or hepatobiliary cancers (cancer of the liver and gallbladder)
• NCH was awarded 2009 Healthgrades Clinical Excellence Awards for Gastrointestinal Care Excellence and Gastrointestinal Surgery Excellence

Leadership that counts

Dr. Malcolm Bilimoria is an expert in the Whipple procedure. As a surgical oncologist specializing in pancreatic and hepatobiliary surgeries, Dr. Bilimoria has averaged 50 to 75 Whipple surgeries per year over the past ten years, compared to some surgeons who may perform only ten a year.

Dr. Willis Parsons is medical director of the NCH Gastroenterology Center. He is a board certified gastroenterologist recognized nationally for his work in advanced endoscopic procedures and the management of pancreatic disease. His background, leadership and experience ensure that you receive the best possible care to meet your specific needs.

Physical and emotional support for you and your family every step of the way

• Compassionate support provided by a nurse navigator who coordinates your care, assists you in your treatment and answers your questions
• Counseling and educational resources