thank you. i agree with the comments re going to the ccc vs regional, for all the reasons stated here. in 3 weeks ive become a reluctant but educated cg which is why i asked about the study that claims better outcomes.

here are the facts:
-ccc is top 10 and all that everyone has posted here--my choice but i am not the patient. ive requested family leave to make it happen.
-local regional cc is a well known teaching hosp, has imrt (new equip) with a RO who residencied and worked at 2 of top ccc's. she is a sharp pencil and humble enough to state that ccc sees more of what dad has and she supports his choice either way.
-today we see the ccc team to finalize their plan prior to my dad making his choice.
-will post his decision and the study shortly.