Update on treatment saga

We waited all day today for a phone call from the oncologist. Patti called several times and left messages with him. He in turn left messages with the main radiation oncologist as well as with the other oncoligist at Southwest Hospital who he is partnering with. We know we are going the radiation route even if it is something that is not normally done unless there is a definite tumor. In this case I have tissue around a specific area where they took out the masses of tumors that might have cancer cells in it. They feel this is the best way to destroy them. Dr. Koon did tell us that the cancer was in my armpit, right side of my chest and in my shoulder and that it was all removed as best they can tell. The conclusion of the conference discussing me was that radiation and then infuron injections would be the best. We will have to wait for the radiation oncologist to determine what type of radiation and duration. We also have a dermatologist appointment set up for January 2, 2008. I will have to see him probably every 3 months for a long time to come. Well that is all from a day sitting and waiting. Dr. Koon says for us to call him tomorrow before noon to see if he has the appointment set for the radiation oncologists or they may call us. Pray that I get in soon.