Everyone here seems very set on getting second opinions. It makes a lot of sense. But, what if you doctor is Dr. Kemeny, do you still get another opinion and from who??

Thanks!

How do you deal with the day to day mental burden of this disease and all it implies? It is hard for me to get through the day, not because of any side effects but because of the overwhelming fear and shock I feel constantly. It is hard for me to be with people, they have a future I think to myself....

Yes, it is the cult quality that off putting. Again, I do not question her brilliance but is it the pump or her wisdom?? Other doctors say the pump " number" are no better. Perhaps Kemeny's numbers are better.

I meet her tomorrow. Any suggestions for questions?

i tried to get an appt with Saltz, they said he only sees patients from the tri-state area not new york itself. i was disappointed.

I am trying to figure out why Kemeny is the ONLY doctor EVER mentioned by name. I don't doubt her brilliance I just can't understand, considering how many cases have been diagnosed, that she is the only one!

Thoughts??

Who else have people used and would recommend in New York besides kemeny. Colon to liver.

....and recovery? Do doctors minimize the recovery?

Has anybody heard about/experienced 2 part liver surgery - go in when removing the primary and remove 10% of the liver mets! the. Go back 3 - 4 months later and do the rest of the liver.

I had read about it and then a surgeon suggested it.

Let me know,

Thanks

How long on chemo before surgery and hai placement??

Seeing Kemmeny on Wednesday, terrified. Stories of her abruptness scare me. A few questions for those that have dealt with her. How long did she have you on chemo before the first operation? Does she ALWAYS insert the pump? Does she tell you what her plan is going forward? Please give me some sense ...

Has anyone ever chosen NOT to go to Kemeny? I am having to choose between her and another great team. My research says she is the only one that uses the pump successfully but that the pump sn't the only way to go. Some doctors are saying that it is highly toxic to the liver and the liver mets can be...

Has anyone ever had the opportunity to go with Sloan (kemeny) and chosen to go elsewhere??

I have to choose between a great team at NY Presbyterian and Sloan (meeting kemeny next week). Does anybody EVER turn down a spot at Sloan??