A rare but deadly disease was secretly lurking in my body — the lucky way it was caught, despite no symptoms
Maggie Hott, an OpenAI executive, discovered she had a rare pancreatic tumor during a health check at Biograph, a high-end clinic. Despite considering herself very healthy, the testing revealed a solid pseudopapillary neoplasm, which led to surgery. Hott's early detection allowed for a successful treatment, and she now advocates for the importance of comprehensive health screenings.
- ▪Maggie Hott underwent extensive health testing at Biograph, which cost $7,500.
- ▪She was diagnosed with a solid pseudopapillary neoplasm, a rare tumor found in young women.
- ▪Hott had a quarter of her pancreas removed and was declared cancer-free after surgery.
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Health A rare but deadly disease was secretly lurking in my body — the lucky way it was caught, despite no symptoms By Tracy Swartz Published June 1, 2026, 6:00 a.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google Call it a run-in with reality. OpenAI executive Maggie Hott has crossed the finish lines of two Ironman triathlons and 21 marathons, describing herself as a “very, very, very healthy person.” Two years ago, the mother of two decided to find out exactly how healthy she is. A good friend suggested she undergo testing at Biograph, a high-end longevity and early disease detection clinic co-founded by anti-aging influencer Dr. Peter Attia. Offices are located in NYC and the San Francisco area.
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