Without warning, as often happens with cancer patients and their caregivers, everything in my life “changed on a dime.” It’s appropriate then, for my 1st entry into the Phoenix Cancer Support Network monthly blog, to give a short accounting as to how I became involved with this wonderful organization. As a practicing gastroenterologist in the…
I have always been a person who loves to help out and give back when I can. In fact, I am much better at giving than receiving. This past year has been very eye opening. It has been a lesson on how quickly one’s life can change and that nobody is protected from this horrible disease. Through my…
If you met me today you wouldn’t have any idea that I lost my eighth rib and that my spine had been reconstructed with rods, brackets and several cages. While I will never wear low V-back dresses again or take up golf or skiing, I am healthy and life has never been better. At 68…
I remember waiting by the garage door with my nose pushed up against the freezing cold glass, hoping the next car lights that I saw come up the road through the darkness would belong to his yellow, 1980-something, 2-door BMW. I can still smell the minty scent of his Halls cough drops and the sound…
Who doesn’t like a smoothie? They are convenient and delicious. But for someone undergoing treatment for cancer, a smoothie is an especially great choice. When you’re not feeling at your best and your appetite may be waning, a smoothie is a great way to take in some vital nutrients and stay hydrated – super important…
