Tami, your Mom is only 6 hours from arguably the best CCC in the world...MD Anderson, in Houston.

After her IMRT, if she's up for traveling, you might consider a consult with them for a "2nd opinion" on the chemo plan.

From my personal observations their level of care is superior to just about anything you will find for her locally.

It can be the smallest details that make a difference

Michael | 53 | SCC | Right Tonsil | Dx'd: 06-10-05 | STAGE IV, T3N2bM0 | 3 Nodes R Side | MRND & Tonsillectomy 06/29/05 Dr Fee/Stanford | 8 wks Rad/Chemo startd August 15th @ MSKCC, NY | Tx Ended: 09-27-05 | Cancer free at 16+ Yrs | After-Effects of Tx: Thyroid function is 0, ok salivary function, tinnitus, some scars, neck/face asymmetry, gastric reflux. 2017 dysphagia, L Carotid stent / 2019, R Carotid occluded not eligible for stent.2022 dental issues, possible ORN, memory/recall challenges.