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BB_Fan
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Posted 2/11/2010 12:34 PM (GMT 0)
I have had a recent increase in PSA less than one year after surgery. Still less than .1 and must be confirmed through futher testing. However, since I had a geason 8 tumor, I want to prepare for the possibility that I will need further treatment. I read of a survey that indicted high risk individuals have better survival rates at national cancer facilities. I am going to make a appontment to see someone at Yale. Was wondering if anyone had a recommendation for a doctor at that facility. Also, does the doctor really matter, or is the facility chosen more important. I could need a medical oncologist, radiologist or both. Any advice would be appreciated.
Steve n Dallas
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Posted 2/11/2010 1:54 PM (GMT 0)
Since the facility doesn't have the ability to make life or death decissions - I'd put my money on the Doctor
medved
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Posted 2/11/2010 2:46 PM (GMT 0)
Dr. Strum has urged patients to focus on the doctor, rather than the institution. (He sometimes refers to allegiance to an institution, without regard to the particular doctor, as "edifice complex").
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Posted 2/11/2010 3:00 PM (GMT 0)
You need a good radiation oncologist for starters. He/she will determine what you need and how it will be delivered and will monitor you. Even a good local radiation center will have up to date hardware and means to deliver the "plan" once it has been "mapped.".
Most will want to wait to see if you have true recurrance to begin with, which will be 3 consecutive rises above .10, no matter how small they are.
David in SC
BB_Fan
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Posted 2/11/2010 7:37 PM (GMT 0)
Thank you for your advice. I agree Dr is very important. I guess that I am looking for the best of both worlds. Top notch Dr at a top notch facility. I heard that the facility can
open doors to new treatments and/or clinical trials that may not be available everywhere, and Drs at those facilities may be aware of and familiar with new treatments.
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