Just finished my appointment at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN. They are excellent. Respected for good reason.
Short version: we’re going to go with the plan for 16 weeks of chemotherapy proposed by Duke. The only caveat is wait and see on following the chemo with the big guns: high dose chemo and stem cell therapy. Starting the week of August 3.
They are running a bunch of tests to see if they can diagnose the neurological problem with my feet. They have a theory. I’ll be curious to see what they conclude. Either way, the current course of action is helpful.
Funny story. We’re driving down to Mayo Clinic from the Twin Cities. You’re thinking, “wow, what a privilege to be seen by the #1 rated healthcare system in the country.” Ready or not, here we come. We get off the highway and are coming into the downtown area. First stop light. There’s a fairly large building on the side of the road. Big sign: “Rochester Cremation Services.” WHAT??? Are you serious? That’s a bit disheartening. I think they need to work on first impressions. At least we got a good laugh.
I feel great about the plan. I know that we need to attack and kill the tumor. Top priority. It’s encouraging that Duke, UNC and Mayo are in agreement about how to do that. Ultimately, we don’t trust in medicine, but trust in God who enables great doctors and has blessed us with medicine. I’ll add in healthy eating and exercise. God will win the day.
Thanks so much for the love and support.
