Brian,

She has been to two Dental Oncologists at MD Anderson (MDACC). The first one was Dr. Jack Martin to determine if any teeth needed to be removed before radiation started - thankfully he felt she could keep all her teeth. The second is Dr. Theresa Hofstede to have the stent and flouride trays made.

Dr. Anita Sabichi is her Medical Oncologist.
Dr. Erich Sturgis is her ENT.
Dr. Beth Beadle is her Radiation Oncologist.
Each of these Doctors have a group of fellows and interns and other doctors specializing in the field of head and neck cancer as well as peers in their practices. Lois has never been seen by less than 2 doctors in any appointment.

The apartment search was interesting indeed. We went to 6 different complexes and met with several people to see what they had. The range of cost was quite wide ($1000 a month difference)and the quality and size also varied quite a bit. The place we settled on is Braeswood Park run by a company called Reside EA and we couldn't be in a better place. The apartment is spotlessly clean. The furniture is very nice. My advice - make sure you look at all the options - make sure you are seeing the apartment you are going to rent (not a model) and make sure utilities are included. We got a 3 bedroom for a 2 bedroom price because they didn't have a 2 bedroom available. We have had a couple of minor fixit problems and they have jumped right on getting them fixed.

I will contact Meagan to get some brochures. Thanks for the butterfly suggestion - we are going today.

Cheryl aka Brick