Sue, even RO docs in small towns have the necessary training to do their work. Try not to dwell on this aspect of his treatment. It is easy to get into a spiral of second guessing that is not productive. Hang in there and focus on the other aspects of getting through treatments.

Mark, 21 Year survivor, SCC right tonsil, 3 nodes positive, one with extra-capsular spread. I never asked what stage (would have scared me anyway) Right side tonsillectomy, radical neck dissection right side, maximum radiation to both sides, no chemo, no PEG, age 40 when diagnosed.