I appreciate all of the feedback. I was informed that with the type of cancer, growth rate and location in the tongue I would be much better to go the non-surgical route. The Dr. feared that the surgery would probably show margins that would be questionable, and leave me quite debilitated. Why go through that, only to find out I would still need surgery and radiation anyway. Ironically, I was referred to this Dr. because he is one of the leading authorities on robotic surgeries of the head and neck. I felt quite comfortable hearing that he would of really like to operate on me, but thought that it wouldn't be my best option. I hear what some of you are saying about a 2nd opinion, but, who would I go to after I've already been to the best of the best? At the Stanford Clinic I've had no less than 3 different Dr's in the room at one time. I'm wondering how much of their billion dollar facility is for show, and how much of it is really the best care money can buy. I feel like I'm at the point where I just need to trust them and make the decision in my head and not look back