Raising Awareness of Pancreatitis Across Scotland
Combining clinical expertise and patient advocacy to improve understanding, diagnosis, and care for everyone affected by pancreatitis in Scotland.
Hospital admissions for acute pancreatitis in Scotland each year
Public awareness of pancreatitis symptoms and risk factors remains critically low across Scotland
Patients experience ongoing complications affecting quality of life
What We Do
We work across four pillars to raise the profile of pancreatitis and improve outcomes for patients in Scotland.
Education
Creating accessible resources about pancreatitis for patients, families, and healthcare professionals.
Advocacy
Amplifying patient voices and campaigning for better recognition and treatment of pancreatitis.
Research
Supporting and promoting research to improve diagnosis, treatment, and quality of life.
Support
Connecting patients and families with information, resources, and community.
Founded by a Surgeon and a Patient Advocate
Pancreatitis Scotland was founded by Miss Maria Coats, a surgeon with specialist expertise in pancreatic conditions, and Mr Brian Wands, a patient advocate and technologist.
Together, they bring clinical expertise and lived experience to transform how pancreatitis is understood and treated in Scotland.
Read our storyClinical Expertise
Miss Maria Coats
Consultant Surgeon · Pancreatic Specialist
Patient Advocacy
Mr Brian Wands
Secretary · Technologist · Patient Voice
Help Us Make a Difference
Whether through donating, volunteering, or simply spreading the word, your support helps raise awareness of pancreatitis across Scotland.