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RE: When to switch medical oncologist & PCP recommendations  

By Buttercup, 4 weeks ago

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  Oh my Holly! What a nightmare! I am glad to see some "current" supporters!! I am a "long-timer", twice 1992 and 1998. Should have been dead both times because they knew they had nothing to combat ...
RE: When to switch medical oncologist & PCP recommendations  

By Holly, 4 weeks ago

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  @adjackson this helps a lot! I think I need the wisdom, education and experience of “research based medical advice” but to sit in the down and not receive any of it has been so frustrating!! This is ...
RE: When to switch medical oncologist & PCP recommendations  

By adjackson, 4 weeks ago

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  I will ditto the other response to your questions. I am still seeing Dr. O’Dea and just finished chemotherapy. I highly recommend. But if you ask for anything in the direction of holistic care, that’s...
RE: When to switch medical oncologist & PCP recommendations  

By Holly, 4 weeks ago

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  @iamasurvivor this is sooooo helpful and sounds like much more the oncological experience I was hoping for!!! Thank you tons for sharing this info with me!!! And as for Dr Brown “good at diagnosing an...
RE: When to switch medical oncologist & PCP recommendations  

By Iamasurvivor, 4 weeks ago

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  I do not believe Dr. Brown to be practicing holistic medicine, rather she focus on the medical needs. She is very matter of fact and practical and answers my questions and is thorough in her exams. ...
RE: When to switch medical oncologist & PCP recommendations  

By Holly, 4 weeks ago

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  @iamasurvivor ~ thank you! Can you read my question below to adjackson & provide any personal insight regarding Dr O’Dea…& I so appreciate your recommendation for Dr Jennifer Brown! I will che...
RE: When to switch medical oncologist & PCP recommendations  

By Holly, 4 weeks ago

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  @adjackson ~ thank you so much for your kindness & understanding! I have heard great things about her! How long ago were you under her care? Did you feel like you had to lead your care, that quest...
RE: When to switch medical oncologist & PCP recommendations  

By Iamasurvivor, 4 weeks ago

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  So sorry to hear this was your experience. I had/have a great experience at KU. My oncologist was Dr. O'Dea. That being said, I truly believe if you are not feeling good with your current team, the...
RE: When to switch medical oncologist & PCP recommendations  

By adjackson, 4 weeks ago

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  Breastie! First, sending love to you. Not aligning with your care team is stressful. It is an important aspect of your healing to trust those guiding your health decisions! Without knowing who your on...
When to switch medical oncologist & PCP recommendations  

By Holly, 1 month ago

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  I have had a rough experience at KU ~ just had my 1yr anniversary of my 1st appointment. My 1st surgeon defiantly withheld information causing an extra surgery, delay in plan of care & ultimately ...
RE: Medical Oncologist who focuses on prevention  

By Holly, 1 month ago

  @cynthiaaks Thank you for your comments and sharing! This is such a lost opportunity from our medical community and I am so grateful for your acknowledgement of its importance! I would love more info ...
RE: Medical Oncologist who focuses on prevention  

By Marie115, 1 month ago

  @cynthiaaks Yes!!!!! This is what I am searching for. I'll be reaching out soon. Thank you so much for the response. Marie
RE: Medical Oncologist who focuses on prevention  

By Cynthia Aks, 1 month ago

  Hi All, I am new to this forum but was sent Marie 115's recent post by Julie Rudman for comment. I am a retired breast surgeon also trained in Integrative Medicine. What I would like to share is that ...
RE: Medical Oncologist who focuses on prevention  

By Holly, 2 months ago

  @marie115 do you mind sharing the names of my team members you’ve had or have now? you can text me too if that seems more appropriate w the forum: 816-509-7701 i also am at KU & trying to decide i...
RE: Medical Oncologist who focuses on prevention  

By rilee7647, 2 months ago

  I was curious about this questions also. My insurance doesn't include St. Lukes.
RE: Medical Oncologist who focuses on prevention  

By Marie115, 2 months ago

  @holly this has been my experience as well. My current team is at KU. I have seen several providers in the system with all the same closed mind set. From previous responses it seems like a move to St ...
RE: Medical Oncologist who focuses on prevention  

By Marie115, 2 months ago

  @aborniger Thank you for your response. Since I had a bilateral mastectomy I no longer qualify for mammograms. I have asked for MRIs or Pet scans and this can been declined. I go every 6 months for a ...
RE: Medical Oncologist who focuses on prevention  

By aborniger, 2 months ago

  @hollysmith sorry for your experience. I love Dr. Hensing/Dr. Pluard at St. Luke's because even though I'm on the other side of cancer, I still go in every 6 months for an oncology follow-up with labs...
RE: Medical Oncologist who focuses on prevention  

By Holly, 2 months ago

  @marie115 ~ I too am so deeply interested in finding an oncology team that supports and has a proactive approach. Can I ask you who your current team is/was? I feel “stuck” with where I am (on paper i...
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