W have definitely considered Duke. I wasnt sure about their expertise with ENT. We really just want the best - regardless of distance. Ive figured out from doing research on their websites that most hospitals offer discounted airfare rates for patients and family members


my mom, age 59.

12/08 surgery & 33x rad
4/09 recurrence
5/09 surgery & 35x rad
12/09 recurrence
1/10 surgery. peg tube, trach, fibula free flap
6/10 recurrence. double chemo treatments.
8/10/10 finally at peace in heaven