Tuesday, December 15, 2009
Tuesday, 11:04 am
Last night the doctors reported to us that they CANNOT operate/remove the tumor. It is too high up in the biliary ducts to safely remove. We just spoke to Dr. Martine Estermann, our Oncologist in the Moffitt Cancer Center. Still waiting for the biopsy results from Friday, should be in the next few days. We are currently getting our hands on quite a few copies of his records, so that we can contact other locations (Mayo Clinic, Cleveland Clinic, etc) for second opinions. "FULL COURT PRESS". We asked Dr. Estermann alot of questions for other types of therapies and options. Once they have the full biopsy report, they can be answered. Silver lining: his bile levels are dropping steadily, infection is clearing up, and he's finally back in his private room with a window. Most likely, he'll be discharged by the end of the week.
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Well at least they have gotten what seems like the most crucial problem figured out and headed in the right direction which is a good thing! It's good to hear from you Uncle Jim and glad you were able to get outside for a bit and also get your own room back!! As always we are pulling for you and in this with you, it's early in the game. Hope to see you soon love you guys! D
ReplyDeleteRutt and family. We are praying for you hope you continue to get better. You are in our thoughts daily, and just know that there are very many people in Stow that care about you.
ReplyDeleteTodd and Donna
Jim and Debbie:
ReplyDeleteLinda and I have been reading the blog daily and thinking and praying for all of you. We are troubled with the news. But we have also been researching behind the scenes. The Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville is a great place to start.
In talking with Gary Lane this afternoon he related an article published in the NY Times today which described a new procedure being performed at Columbia University Medical Center by Dr. T. Kato. Please read the article which is attached below with the link to the NY Times.
There are always options, there is always hope. We will continue our daily thoughts and prayers. We will be arriving in Sarasota on the 30th for 2 weeks. We will figure out a way to be with you. All our love - Jerry and Linda
http://www.nytimes.com/2009/12/15/health/15surg.html?_r=1&ref=todayspaper
We continue to pray for you and your family.
ReplyDeleteJim, remember that the doctors in Florida would not operate on Jeff's heart. They wanted him to have the best because of the difficulty of the surgery. We were able to choose Cleveland Clinic or Mayo. We chose Cleveland because his son lives in Brecksville. Great hospital.
Good luck in doing your research.
Keep us posted.
Let us know if you need anything!
Joanna
Jim, Debbie and boys, As always you are in our thoughts and prayers. So glad that you are looking at other options! If you need any help with anything please don't hesitate to call.
ReplyDeleteLove, Frank and Donna
Jim & Deb,
ReplyDeleteYes, there is always hope and options....second opinions and Mayo clinic all good..I read online today about Mayo Clinic for other options that sounded good...Many people walking around are survivors of what doctors considered hopeless so keep that faith in God he will give you the wisdom you need to find the answers you need...
Glad to hear that Jim will be heading home and out of the hospital...Were praying like crazy up here for you guys...
Love ya,
Linda & Keith
Jim and Debbie (and the boys) -- As I read yesterday's posting and saw that your doctor said "no" to the operation, I had a typical salesman's repsonse -- "The sale begins when the prospect says no". I wonder if the medical profession understands the tenacity of the career salesman? I don't think so, otherwise they would just say yes right from the getgo!
ReplyDeleteBarbara and I continue to hold you in our prayers. I think of you first thing every morning and you are one of my last thoughts every night as I drift off to sleep. I pray for wisdom for you as you make decisions over the days/weeks ahead. I pray that you and your many friends and loved ones uncover just the right medical journal news article or medical introduction. I pray that GOD will grant you undestanding of the various complexities you face in your research and that He gives you perfect peace about your final decision. We love you and will follow your journey closely.
Hope to see you soon. Blessings, Rudi (and Barbara)
Jim,Debbie, Matt & Brad--- So good to speak with you, Debbie a little this am. So sorry to hear of your illness Jim-having been getting updates with neighbors & Deb was nice enough to let me know about the blog- so we can keep in touch.Glad to hear you will be discharged soon & better able to formulate your plan & getting other expert opinions of options too. Miss you here in Stow-your area of the culdesac is missing your holiday brightness-no deer or lights either. Love, Joan & Rick
ReplyDeleteJim and Debbie and boys: We are all so devastated to hear about Jim's condition...you are all in our thoughts and prayers daily. I just got the blog address and will be checking it daily...what a wonderful way to communicate with everyone. Take care Jim and I know what a fighter you are!! Hang in there...they will find a way to make it better! love you all, cindy lewis
ReplyDeleteHi Jim,
ReplyDeleteWere thinking about you. Get better, look forward to seeing you soon.
Greg Augustine and Shawn Kennedy
Jim:
ReplyDeleteWe just want you to know you are in our prayers. We're looking forward to seeing you back home.
"Keep the blue side up."
Rick and Karla Myers
Hi Jim, (Debbie, Brad & Matt)
ReplyDeleteHope you are resting comfortably. It sounds like you have many options for your "full court press". You are and have been in our prayers and we wish you the best as the next door is opened for you when you get some answers to your many questions. Thanks for this blog! What a way to stay in touch.
From 2 of your biggest fans, we wish you peace, Tom & Jean Geopfert
Jim and Debbie; WE continue to have you in our prayers; I will be in Fl next week and would like to visit if possible.
ReplyDeleteDan Wilmer
Jim, Deb, Matt, and Brad,
ReplyDeleteDoug and I are so shocked to hear about the horror you are all going through right now. Be sure to check out the Cleveland Clinic; it is a treasure. Our thought and prayers are with you, and we will check this blog each day as we pray for you. We miss our old neighbors and will continue to send good wishes your way! Love, Cindy and Doug Jahn
Jim&Debbie
ReplyDeleteNancy&I are praying for you guys.Another hospital you might check is university hospital
it has the ireland cancer center. that is where
Jeff & I had our bone marrow transplant.If you contact them try to contact Dr Brenda Cooper.I'am
looking forward to flying with you in March.
Doug & Nancy Santee
Jim & Deb,
ReplyDeleteThinking about you and praying for your recovery....still need to play golf with you next summer back in Stow.
Love you and praying for your recovery,
Ralph & Donna
Hi! Deb & Jim,
ReplyDeleteI can't get you guys off my mind...Keith told me today he heard through someone at the church you guys were coming back here...I hope that is true so we can give you guys lots of hands on support and lots of hugs...Hoping Jim is doing well today... Love and prayers...
Linda