I think that this is getting a bit out of hand.
This thread stared with emmylou1951 asking about cisplatin ve carboplatin. Looking at the genesis of this, this is what Gail responded to.
Most of us only have a personal experience to relate which makes for a poor statistic. This also means that they can only relate their experience of the particular place they were treated.... whether that is at Hopkins or elsewhere. That much should be obvious. The function of this board is, in my opinion, also to get into contact with people with different views and experiences. You learn from what is useful and leave the rest.
Deb, it is good that you are happy with your treatment plan. This is as it should be. Realize however that plans can change. You are just at the beginning of the treatment. Quite a few of us have started out on cisplatin and then had to change.... regardless of our education, research abilities or plans.
In MO speak worring about side effect also means to switch to carboplatin IF there are side effects. If not the point is obvioulsy moot, maybe you are lucky, many of us were not. The ringing I had after just two low concentration cisplating infusions was quite bad and severely impacted conversations. I sincerely hope that this works out for you. Not all people are prepared to put up with potential and later on REAL side effects the same way as you.
It is always easier to avoid damage, if possible, than try to fix or compensate for it later.

I wish you the Best for your treatment!

Markus