Dan......You are your own best advocate in all of this, remember that, Dan. I found it especially important to have a decent connection with my doctors because of the serverity of the diagnoses. We are fighting for our lives here, Dan, this is tough stuff to not only grasp, but get a hold of. You need to be open, honest and up front with questions to your medical team, and you deserve open, honest and direct answers to ANY and ALL questions you or your loved ones may have. You are the consumer in all of this; you pay the Doctor's salary, not the other way around. And remember, the squeaky wheel always gets the oil. I caution you to not let the lines of open communication dissolve and if you see this occuring, it might be wise to switch doctors early in the game. Sending good, positive thoughts your way. Sincerely, Donna