At 4:45 p.m. this afternoon, I got my second communication from a medical oncologist — today. Dr. Pippas called me this morning and Dr. George emailed this afternoon from his email account at Duke. Since I sent Dr. George access to my MyMDAnderson.org account, I was able to get the latest labs, doctors’ notes, pathology reports and radiology reports to him straightaway.
Dr. Michael Morse heads up Duke’s inpatient HDIL-2 program. Dr. George has already assigned someone to pull my records together so that he and Dr. Morse can discuss my case. If everything looks good, he’ll be in touch to set up a meeting with the two of them and Jill and me.
I’ve said this so many times before: How do these guys do what they do. I know they work ridiculous hours during the day and then they find the time to contact anxious patients on a Sunday, when they ought to be resting. My hat is off to medical professionals everywhere. They are dedicated, good people!
I like the feeling of forward momentum.
Mike and Jill, just a note to say that i am praying for you both that God gives you great and eternal peace for this new treatment. Mike i love that you write so honestly and with transparency. Know i will be on my knees in prayer for you. Much love to you both, Beth
Mike,
It IS good to know your doctors are working so diligently on your behalf. I will continue to keep you in my prayers in hopes for a complete and total recovery. Sincerely – Bob
Mike and Jill, We are praying every day in hopes the doctors will come up with something for you. Yes! These doctors do have huge hearts to their patients and families. And we are thanful. I just hope you and Jill are able to relax a bit during all of the waiting. I can’t imagine. I pray for a lot patience, love, and understanding for you guys. You two set such a strong example of what a “Power Couple” is really about. Thanks for sharing and keeping us posted. Love you. Ann
I have been following your blog for probably a year now, and keeping you in my prayers ever since seeing a blog post from a relative of yours who was a high school / college classmate of mine. (I went through my own cancer journey starting in 2008, and have had good experiences with JBACC doctors, including Dr. McIntosh, Dr. Currie, Dr. Pippas and Dr. Ciuba. I had Dr. Gorum for back surgeries a few years before that.) I pray you will get through this very difficult part of your journey, and come out with a cure on the other side.
I am so glad you have such a wonderful “team” on your side.
Thank you so much for keeping us posted. I hope you feel better knowing that the doctors are working hard to get things going. Thoughts and prayers continue for you, Jill and the family.
Great news. Forward is a great direction
There is a certain weird peace that comes after making a difficult decision, even if you don’t like your choices. I hope you are there. You are showing your children what real courage looks like.
We will continue to be your prayer warriors and cheerleaders.
Glad to hear some decisons made on moving forward. Mike and Jill, know we are here for you and we are looking to future with positive thoguhts and prayers…
Tripp and Alice
ALWAYS wishing you well, Mike and Jill..and sending prayers and hugs your way! Take care!
Mike, I’m glad your Sunday brought you a little more clarity about the next steps of the journey. Such hard decisions. Sounds like you are making them with really good people’s input. You both remain in my prayers as always.
Good luck, Mike. I know you’ll keep us posted on your forward progress.
Glad you have got momentum. David and I are with you and Jill all the way.
Hey Mike,
you and Jill remain in my prayers. Stay strong, Warrior.
love and peace,
Dianne
Hi Mike, Jill, & Family,
My prayers are with you for a complete healing! Take care & God bless you!