JaneC Posted January 2, 2005 Share Posted January 2, 2005 I posted a similar question in the "Ask the Experts" Forum. The reports are showing the cancer is probably progressing so I will need a change in treatment. I'm thinking this is a good time to explore all of my options. I'm curious about your experiences (positive or negative) at any of the major (or maybe not so major) cancer centers across the country and if there are ones you would particularly recommend for getting a second opinion. Thanks for your help Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Connie B Posted January 3, 2005 Share Posted January 3, 2005 http://www3.cancer.gov/cancercenters/centerslist.html Dear Jane, The above website is from the National Cancer Institute. I hope this will lend you some help. Is there an area you are looking at? Do you want to stay in the MO area? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teresag Posted January 3, 2005 Share Posted January 3, 2005 I think it's hard to name one center....experiences differ. But, having said that, MD Anderson (Texas) did not earn the nickname "Cancer Mecca" for nothing. University of Wisconsin is where one of the long-term survivors goes; Dr. Joan Schiller is a huge lung cancer advocate and perhaps one of the best lung cancer oncs in the country. Many others on this board have been treated by wonderful docs at great places that I don't remember now. Remember that travel can get difficult when you are in the midst of treatment and soon after, so you may wish to find a university medical center, esp. one affiliated with the National Cancer Institute, near your home and/or family. Exploring your options is always a good thing. Please consider a clinical trial. And best wishes to you. - Teresa Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dadstimeon Posted January 3, 2005 Share Posted January 3, 2005 Hi Jane, Here are a couple of more links. Hope this helps. Peace, take care and God Bless. Rich http://www.usnews.com/usnews/health/hos ... p_home.htm (Directory Of American Hospitals) http://www.usnews.com/usnews/nycu/healt ... hqcanc.htm (Best Hospitals) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JaneC Posted January 4, 2005 Author Share Posted January 4, 2005 Thanks everyone for your suggestions and links to resources. I don't mind traveling to another area if that's what I need to do. I haven't made any decisions yet. I thought I'd wait to hear what my onc has to say when I meet with him on Thursday. Thanks again for all of your support. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rick Posted January 4, 2005 Share Posted January 4, 2005 Has your question been addressed in the Ask the Experts section? If it was posted over the holiday and was not answered it should be soon. Rick Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Connie B Posted January 4, 2005 Share Posted January 4, 2005 Dear Jane, Please keep us posted on what your Onc Doc says this Thursday, and in the mean time, I'll think positive thoughts and add my prayers to this too. Good luck and Best wishes. Con Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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