As far as I know, I am still on for my transplant this month. However, the date has been pushed back since the last time I addressed any of this here. As of now, I go in the hospital on Thursday, 8/18 and undergo transplant on 8/25. The delay is due to the donor not being able to come to Houston any sooner.
I have been the recepient of some bad news. My transplant doctor, Dr. Donato, is leaving MD Anderson to pursue another job opportunity. Her last official day will be Aug. 31. Her last real day is Aug. 15. As far as I am concerned, the timing could not be worse, however I am assured by both Dr. Donato and Dr. Duvic that the doctor taking over my case is excellent. That’s good, I guess. I mean, what am I going to say, ‘No thank you’? (And just as I had discovered that Dr. Donato has a great sense of humor).
Rick
8/11/05