Had a long discussion with Dr. Gillison this AM about all this. She says that there are really very few people that are well versed on what can and can not be done in your situation, and I think a second opinion from the guy she recommended is worth your time, so I'm glad you are gong to pursue that. She also talked a great deal about the Hopkins experience with it all, which has some significant depth to it.... but that is on the other side of the country, and I do not know what you financial, insurance or work related limitations might be.

I'm hoping that you have some more concrete perspectives next week, and you can get on this soon. Early is always better with these things.