Eric,

Here's hoping for only the best results for you.

I totally agree with your point about the value of a doctor who keeps on the trail of this disease and its after-effects. I've been fortunate that the oncologist who was the "point man" on my case 15 years ago has stayed on ever since as my primary care doctor. He still sees me 2-3 times a year and constantly tells me to call him about any symptom, any time, anywhere. (When I had to call his nurse about a bad case of poison oak, I told her the doctor needed to keep me on for comic relief.) Given how nasty and persistent oral cancer can be, it's really important to know you have a doctor who knows your history well and can be an advocate and who will expedite tests when they need to be expedited.

Cathy