Could existing medications help expand surgical options for patients with appendix cancer? A newly launched clinical trial at the Allegheny Health Network (AHN) Cancer Center in Pittsburgh is exploring an innovative approach to a challenge faced by some patients with appendix cancer and other peritoneal malignancies: dense scar tissue (fibrosis) that can make surgery more difficult or, in some cases,...

Meet The Appy Files, ACPMP's new podcast bringing together expert insights and community connection to explore the latest in appendix cancer research. The podcast is hosted by ACPMP Patient Liaison Shannon Altpeter, DMSc, PA-C, a surgical oncology physician assistant at Allegheny Health Network. Episode 1: TLR9 immunotherapy for peritoneal carcinomatosis In our first episode, Shannon sits down with Dr. Khaldoun...

Missed the 2026 Appendix Cancer Multi-Regional Symposium, or want to rewatch a session? Recordings of ACPMP's annual virtual symposium, held on Friday, October 2, 2026, are now available to watch for free. The symposium is ACPMP's largest educational event of the year. More than 500 patients, survivors, caregivers, and healthcare professionals registered to hear internationally recognized experts discuss the latest...