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Posted 9/22/2007 6:47 PM (GMT -6)
Newly diagnosed at age 64 (next month).  Gleason = 6 on 4 of 12 biopsy samples, prompted bya 4.4 PSA, a spike over my prior 3.0 or less.  Undecided on treatment but considering robotic surgery or brachytherapy (seed radiation).  Anyone had or know of the robotic surgery experience level of Dr. Carl J. Gjertson of Dempsey (Farmington) and St. Francis Hospitals (Hartford)?

Have researched the net extensively on treatments and treatment centers.  Cleveland Clinic is a serious consideration and have relatives nearby.  Appreciate any responses....

HT2U

 

Posted 9/22/2007 7:21 PM (GMT -6)
Dear Happytrails

You appear to live close enough to New York City to also explore and consider some of the top robotic surgeons there (e.g., Dr. Tewari at NY Presbyterian (Cornell). If you are considering brachytherapy, you might also want to consider Proton Radiation Therapy.  Good luck in your ultimate decision.

Dave
Posted 9/22/2007 8:21 PM (GMT -6)
pcdave -- A big thanks for your prompt reply.  Will check into your suggestions...God Bless....HT2U
Posted 9/23/2007 8:10 PM (GMT -6)
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Posted 9/23/2007 8:16 PM (GMT -6)
Hi ~ HT2U, Thank you for allowing all of us to walk with you.. YOU MAKE THE DECISIONS… YOU HAVE OPTIONS… ~ and ~ Your decision will be the right decision for you!!! In Friendship ~ Lee & Buddy  
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