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Contact: Bethany Andrews, 303.315.2122, Bethany.Andrews@ucdenver.edu
UC Denver School of Medicine Faculty Member Honored by Pancreatic Cancer Action Network
AURORA, Colo. (July 3, 2008) – According to the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network (PanCAN), every 14 seconds
someone in the United States is diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. Ricardo Gonzalez, MD, assistant professor in the division of
GI, Tumor and Endocrine Surgery at the University of Colorado Denver School of Medicine, was recently honored by PanCAN
for his efforts in combating pancreatic cancer and his continued involvement with the organization. The honor was presented to
Gonzalez during the organization’s annual gala on June 21 in Golden, Colo.
“It's truly an honor to be recognized by the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network,” said Gonzalez. “The organization tirelessly supports families and patients with this disease through raising awareness and generates millions each year toward funding new research in pancreatic cancer.”
“Gonzalez earned his medical degree at the University of South Florida College of Medicine and subsequently completed a residency at the UC Denver School of Medicine. He then completed two fellowships at the University of Texas’ MD Anderson Cancer Center in Surgical Oncology and Critical Care.
Founded in 1999, PanCAN has become one of the national leaders in the fight against pancreatic cancer. The organization has been responsible for significantly increasing the federal funds available for pancreatic cancer researchers nationwide. PanCAN’s volunteer-based grassroots advocacy network, TeamHOPE, has grown to over 80 affiliates nationwide that work to promote public awareness and raise funds for research, advocacy and patient support services.
The School of Medicine faculty work to advance science and improve care as the physicians, educators and scientists at University of Colorado Hospital, The Children’s Hospital, Denver Health, National Jewish Medical and Research Center, and the Denver Veterans Affairs Medical Center. Degrees offered by the UC Denver School of Medicine include doctor of medicine, doctor of physical therapy, and masters of physician assistant studies. The School is part of the University of Colorado Denver, one of three universities in the University of Colorado system. For additional news and information, please visit the UC Denver newsroom online.
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