How can I schedule an appointment with a specialist?
Call 202-444-1062 to connect with our dedicated nurse liaison to schedule your first appointment. After your first visit, we’ll continue to coordinate your appointments, consultations, and treatments according to your care plan.
What information will I need to provide to schedule my first appointment?
We’ll walk you through what you’ll need to provide over the phone, but here are a few things to have on hand when scheduling your appointment:
- Imaging records, such as MRI or CT scans
- Family history of pancreatic or liver disease
- Description of symptoms, such as pain or swelling
How long is the first office visit?
Office visit length can vary, but they typically last between half an hour and an hour.
What can I expect at my first office visit?
Your initial visit is a conversation with your specialist. We’ll review any images you already have and come up with a plan based on what we see.
How will I schedule follow-up appointments?
You don’t have to lift a finger. Our dedicated team will take care of all appointment scheduling for you, according to the plan you make with your doctor.
What can I expect from the Pancreas and Liver Disease Program?
After the initial office visit, your doctor will work with you to determine your next steps. That could mean going to get more imaging or lab work. We may also discuss your care in our multidisciplinary conference with other pancreas and liver disease experts from a variety of fields. We’ll be with you every step of the way to ensure you get the care you need when you need it.
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Dr. Winslow is MedStar’s Regional Chief of Hepato-Pancreatico-Biliary Surgery and a board-certified surgeon who specializes in the treatment of cancer of the liver, pancreas, gallbladder, and bile ducts, as well as benign conditions that affect these organs. Click on the time codes below to see Dr. Winslow answer the most commonly asked questions
Hepato Pancreatico Biliary Surgery: Ask Dr. Emily Winslow
Dr. Winslow is MedStar’s Regional Chief of Hepato-Pancreatico-Biliary Surgery and a board-certified surgeon who specializes in the treatment of cancer of the liver, pancreas, gallbladder, and bile ducts, as well as benign conditions that affect these organs. Click on the time codes below to see Dr. Winslow answer the most commonly asked questions
Patricia Mohan’s car accident in 2018 led to the unexpected discovery of pre-cancerous lesions on her pancreas. MedStar Georgetown Transplant surgeon Jason Hawksworth often performs pancreas transplants, but in this case he was able to use robotic surgery to perform a life-changing operation for Patricia that allowed her to keep her pancreas and
Robotic Surgery Prevents Pancreatic Cancer: Patricia Mohan s Story
Patricia Mohan’s car accident in 2018 led to the unexpected discovery of pre-cancerous lesions on her pancreas. MedStar Georgetown Transplant surgeon Jason Hawksworth often performs pancreas transplants, but in this case he was able to use robotic surgery to perform a life-changing operation for Patricia that allowed her to keep her pancreas and
Khalid Khan, MD is a gastroenterologist and medical director of the Islet Cell Transplant Program at the MedStar Georgetown Transplant Institute. Here, he answers questions about chronic and acute pancreatitis and a cutting edge treatment called autologous islet cell transplant. Click on “show more” below to see all of the questions Dr. Khan an
Pancreatitis and Islet Cell Transplants: Ask Dr. Khan
Khalid Khan, MD is a gastroenterologist and medical director of the Islet Cell Transplant Program at the MedStar Georgetown Transplant Institute. Here, he answers questions about chronic and acute pancreatitis and a cutting edge treatment called autologous islet cell transplant. Click on “show more” below to see all of the questions Dr. Khan an
Dr. Thomas Fishbein answers commonly asked questions about liver transplantation, including the different liver transplants that can be performed. Click 'show more' to see the questions.For more information about your liver transplant experience at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital, call MedStar Georgetown M.D. at 202-342-2400 or visit
Liver Transplantation: Ask Dr. Thomas Fishbein
Dr. Thomas Fishbein answers commonly asked questions about liver transplantation, including the different liver transplants that can be performed. Click 'show more' to see the questions.For more information about your liver transplant experience at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital, call MedStar Georgetown M.D. at 202-342-2400 or visit
About eight weeks after she was born, Serena was diagnosed with biliary atresia. The conclusion was that she was going to need a life saving liver transplant. MedStar Georgetown determined that Serena's father, Miles, was a candidate for the liver donation. Dr. Thomas Fishbein, MedStar Georgetown Transplant Institute surgeon removed 13% of Mile
Serena s Liver Transplant Journey
About eight weeks after she was born, Serena was diagnosed with biliary atresia. The conclusion was that she was going to need a life saving liver transplant. MedStar Georgetown determined that Serena's father, Miles, was a candidate for the liver donation. Dr. Thomas Fishbein, MedStar Georgetown Transplant Institute surgeon removed 13% of Mile
New Treatments for Hepatobiliary Cancers: Biliary Cancers
New Treatments for Hepatobiliary Cancers: Hepatocellular Carcinoma
Alexandra Salvador was told she had as little as six months to live when she was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. Her friend encouraged her to get a second opinion. That's when she found Dr. Emily Winslow at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital who performed a Whipple procedure which left her with no evidence of disease. For more more inform
Whipple Procedure for Pancreatic Cancer: Alexandra Salvador s Story
Alexandra Salvador was told she had as little as six months to live when she was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. Her friend encouraged her to get a second opinion. That's when she found Dr. Emily Winslow at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital who performed a Whipple procedure which left her with no evidence of disease. For more more inform
Dr. Emily Winslow, MedStar Health Regional Chief of Hepatopancreaticobiliary Surgery, explains how pancreas surgery is performed. For more information or to book an appointment, visit: MedStarHealth.org/CLPS
Pancreas Surgery Overview: Dr. Emily Winslow
Dr. Emily Winslow, MedStar Health Regional Chief of Hepatopancreaticobiliary Surgery, explains how pancreas surgery is performed. For more information or to book an appointment, visit: MedStarHealth.org/CLPS
Dr. Emily Winslow, MedStar Health Regional Chief of Hepatopancreaticobiliary Surgery, explains central pancreatectomy. For more information or to book an appointment, visit: MedStarHealth.org/CLPS
What is a Central Pancreatectomy?: Dr. Emily Winslow
Dr. Emily Winslow, MedStar Health Regional Chief of Hepatopancreaticobiliary Surgery, explains central pancreatectomy. For more information or to book an appointment, visit: MedStarHealth.org/CLPS
This animation details how a Whipple procedure is performed, it is narrated by Dr. Emily Winslow, MedStar Health Regional Chief of Hepatopancreaticobiliary Surgery.For more information, visit: www.MedStarHealth.org/CLPS
The Whipple Procedure Illustrated
This animation details how a Whipple procedure is performed, it is narrated by Dr. Emily Winslow, MedStar Health Regional Chief of Hepatopancreaticobiliary Surgery.For more information, visit: www.MedStarHealth.org/CLPS
Dr. Emily Winslow, MedStar Health Regional Chief of Hepatopancreaticobiliary Surgery, explains the Whipple procedure in detail. For more information or to book an appointment, visit: MedStarHealth.org/CLPS
The Whipple Procedure Explained: Dr. Emily Winslow
Dr. Emily Winslow, MedStar Health Regional Chief of Hepatopancreaticobiliary Surgery, explains the Whipple procedure in detail. For more information or to book an appointment, visit: MedStarHealth.org/CLPS
Dr. Emily Winslow, MedStar Health Regional Chief of Hepatopancreaticobiliary Surgery, explains the difference between a Whipple procedure and distal pancreatectomy. For more information or to book an appointment, visit: MedStarHealth.org/CLPS
The Difference Between a Whipple Procedure and Distal Pancreatectomy: Dr. Emily Winslow
Dr. Emily Winslow, MedStar Health Regional Chief of Hepatopancreaticobiliary Surgery, explains the difference between a Whipple procedure and distal pancreatectomy. For more information or to book an appointment, visit: MedStarHealth.org/CLPS
Dr. Emily Winslow, MedStar Health Regional Chief of Hepatopancreaticobiliary Surgery, explains the main symptoms and causes of pancreatitis. For more information or to book an appointment, visit: MedStarHealth.org/CLPS
Symptoms and Causes of Pancreatitis: Dr. Emily Winslow
Dr. Emily Winslow, MedStar Health Regional Chief of Hepatopancreaticobiliary Surgery, explains the main symptoms and causes of pancreatitis. For more information or to book an appointment, visit: MedStarHealth.org/CLPS
Dr. Emily Winslow, MedStar Health Regional Chief of Hepatopancreaticobiliary Surgery, explains total pancreatectomy with auto islet transplant surgery. For more information or to book an appointment, visit: MedStarHealth.org/CLPS
Total Pancreatectomy with Auto Islet Transplant: Dr. Emily Winslow
Dr. Emily Winslow, MedStar Health Regional Chief of Hepatopancreaticobiliary Surgery, explains total pancreatectomy with auto islet transplant surgery. For more information or to book an appointment, visit: MedStarHealth.org/CLPS
Cassandra Terry, PA, and Lauren Chapnick, NP, demonstrate how to take care of a post-surgical drain at home.
All You Need to Know About Taking Care of Your Surgical Drain at Home
Cassandra Terry, PA, and Lauren Chapnick, NP, demonstrate how to take care of a post-surgical drain at home.
Dr. Pejman Radkani, hepatopancreaticobiliary and liver transplant surgeon, explains a distal pancreatectomy, the removal of the spleen, and reasons why a patient would need the left pancreas removed. He also discusses what recovery is like after surgery. For more information or to book an appointment, visit: MedStarHealth.org/CLPS
Distal Pancreatectomy Explained: Dr. Pejman Radkani
Dr. Pejman Radkani, hepatopancreaticobiliary and liver transplant surgeon, explains a distal pancreatectomy, the removal of the spleen, and reasons why a patient would need the left pancreas removed. He also discusses what recovery is like after surgery. For more information or to book an appointment, visit: MedStarHealth.org/CLPS
Dr. Jason Hawksworth, transplant and hepatobiliary surgeon, explains how he performs a liver resection, why a patient might need one, and the risks of having this type of surgery. He also explains why a patient should choose MedStar Georgetown if they need this type of surgery. For more information or to schedule an appointment, visit: MedStarHealt
Explaining Liver Surgery: Dr. Jason Hawksworth
Dr. Jason Hawksworth, transplant and hepatobiliary surgeon, explains how he performs a liver resection, why a patient might need one, and the risks of having this type of surgery. He also explains why a patient should choose MedStar Georgetown if they need this type of surgery. For more information or to schedule an appointment, visit: MedStarHealt
Dr. Thomas Fishbein, executive director of MedStar Georgetown Transplant Institute and director of Liver Diseases and Transplant Program explains Hilar Cholangiocarcinoma. For more information or to book an appointment, visit: MedStarHealth.org/CLPS
Hilar Cholangiocarcinoma Explained: Dr. Thomas Fishbein
Dr. Thomas Fishbein, executive director of MedStar Georgetown Transplant Institute and director of Liver Diseases and Transplant Program explains Hilar Cholangiocarcinoma. For more information or to book an appointment, visit: MedStarHealth.org/CLPS
Dr. Thomas Fishbein, executive director of MedStar Georgetown Transplant Institute and director of Liver Diseases and Transplant Program, explains how hepatopancreatobiliary (HPB) surgery is performed in children. For more information or to book an appointment, visit: MedStarHealth.org/CLPS
HPB Surgery in Children: Dr. Thomas Fishbein
Dr. Thomas Fishbein, executive director of MedStar Georgetown Transplant Institute and director of Liver Diseases and Transplant Program, explains how hepatopancreatobiliary (HPB) surgery is performed in children. For more information or to book an appointment, visit: MedStarHealth.org/CLPS
Dr. Pejman Radkani is a board-certified hepatopancreatobiliary and liver transplant surgeon who specializes in the treatment of liver tumors and cysts, liver transplantation, pancreatic tumors and cysts, and bile duct lesions. His areas of special expertise include robotic and open surgery for the treatment of primary and secondary liver tumors, bi
Surgery for Patients with Chronic Pancreatitis: Dr. Pejman Radkani
Dr. Pejman Radkani is a board-certified hepatopancreatobiliary and liver transplant surgeon who specializes in the treatment of liver tumors and cysts, liver transplantation, pancreatic tumors and cysts, and bile duct lesions. His areas of special expertise include robotic and open surgery for the treatment of primary and secondary liver tumors, bi
Dr. Jason Hawksworth, Chief of Robotic Surgery at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital, and an experienced, board-certified transplant and minimally invasive hepatobiliary surgeon with additional expertise in liver, kidney, and intestinal transplant surgery, explains the robotic approach to hepatopancreaticobiliary (HPB) surgery. For more informa
The Robotic Approach to HPB Surgery: Dr. Jason Hawksworth
Dr. Jason Hawksworth, Chief of Robotic Surgery at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital, and an experienced, board-certified transplant and minimally invasive hepatobiliary surgeon with additional expertise in liver, kidney, and intestinal transplant surgery, explains the robotic approach to hepatopancreaticobiliary (HPB) surgery. For more informa
Dr. Khalid Kahn, pediatric gastroenterologist and medical director of the Islet Cell Transplant Program at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital, explains the process of total pancreatectomy with auto islet transplantation. For more information or to book an appointment, visit: MedStarGeorgetown.org/AutoIslet
Total Pancreatectomy with Auto Islet Transplant: Dr. Khalid Khan
Dr. Khalid Kahn, pediatric gastroenterologist and medical director of the Islet Cell Transplant Program at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital, explains the process of total pancreatectomy with auto islet transplantation. For more information or to book an appointment, visit: MedStarGeorgetown.org/AutoIslet
