Supporting Member (50+ posts) Joined: Jun 2009 Posts: 51 | We used a Comprehensive Cancer Center. The Medical Oncologist (MO) is the team leader. He coordinated with the Radiation Oncologist (RO) and ENT surgeon to rather quickly come up with the treatment plan. The ENT enlisted a general surgeon to install the feeding tube (PEG). All three doctors shared all notes and test results, and coordinated their appointments so that someone was always checking Dana's progress. I would suggest that you take someone with you to appointments whenever possible to take notes. If you're alone and emotions take over the notes really come in handy! Also, if you go in with written questions, the doc will take you more seriously, and you won't forget to ask something because your emotions are taking over. We didn't find this site until Dana was almost done with his radiation. Count your blessings that you found it early on. There are many people here who can answer your questions, so ask away. I wish you the best on this journey. Diane
Caregiver for Husband, Dana, age 52 DX 11/08, SCC right tonsil, Stage 3 RND, right tonsilectomy, Peg tube installed 12/08 Cisplatin X3, IMRT X35, last TX 3/09 CT scan 5/09 clear PEG removed 8/27/09 1st PET scan clear 9/10/09 Minor surgery to repair PEG site 9/17/09
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