Minnie-- I am thrilled you posted. Brian had suggested you to me, so you could possibly speak to my father. He does need support from someone who has experienced oral cancer.. face to face support. I'll email you soon.

Mike.. Thanks for the suggestion. I plan on explaining why I need the tape recorder. I think with all the information we might receive, that a recorder would work nicely. We shall soon see.

Thanks again, all of you, for helping!