Hi!
I am sorry to hear of your diagnosis , it is very scary and overwhelming. I’ve been there! There are surgeons who do up front chemo and radiation to kill/shrink tumor so surgery can be performed. I am from NJ but did a lot of research before choosing my surgeon. I went to Mayo Clinic in Aug 2021 after I was diagnosed to consult with Dr Mark Truty. He is highly knowledgeable, kind and extremely capable. I highly recommend him and his team, I am almost one year post Whipple with NED. (No evidence of disease)
I would be happy to share with you more of my experience or answer any questions you may have. I know the diagnosis is scary, but there are resources, and there is much hope for a good outcome. God Bless!