I am surprised as well by his remarks and I haven't been around nor know near as much as Brian. I have learned that you need to be looking out for your own interests and I would definitely seek another qualified cancer specialists' opinion. I went to 5 before I thought I was informed enough to make a decision about my life. This cancer has proven time and again to be one tough mean SOB and most doctors don't believe "only surgery" is the prudent treatment modality.

David

Age 58 at Dx, HPV16+ SCC, Stage IV BOT+2 nodes, non smoker, casual drinker, exercise nut, Cisplatin x 3 & concurrent IMRT x 35,(70 Gy), no surgery, no Peg, Tx at Moffitt over Aug 06. Jun 07, back to riding my bike 100 miles a wk. Now doing 12 Spin classes and 60 outdoor miles per wk. Nov 13 completed Hilly Century ride for Cancer, 104 miles, 1st Place in my age group. Apr 2014 & 15, Spun for 9 straight hrs to raise $$ for YMCA's Livestrong Program. Certified Spin Instructor Jun 2014.