D day today
This is my first day of all out concomitant Radiation oncology and chemotherapy. Pretreatment and early preparation was an unqualified success. My hematologist chose my Rad oncology Center (and with my 100% blessings because he trusted the docs, knew the staff,and knew of their state of art equipment, but also because he knew of special attributes they would bring to the table for this old bluegrass doc that would bring extra power to my plan and improve my odds. Look for his report in the NEJM someday, but you will be able to read it here on my blog long before that. (You will always hear it here first, even before the Enquirer, thank goodness) I plan to post on Monday and update you at least every week. Look for that Monday post;I anticipate it will be extra good (and not too long)
And as always I promise only here will you be able to get the true inside physician bluegrass story on the world of Radiation Oncology. As always I promise you can count on me to write physician bluegrass fiction to show you the truth, but also tell no facts to protect the privacy of the other patients.
I enter the battle with concern but no fear . I have Jesus, family, and music in my heart, and so many friends by my side. They all ask have asked what they can do. This is all I need: Keep the music going. If you ever drift thru my area sit down with me for a meal and play me a song. And go to MACC and or send ’em money. That’s it. Play “Long Gone” for me every so often. (My tumor’s theme song until we kick it out of its unlawful residence) Go Bluegrass. you’re part of saving me every day you play.
And say a prayer for those who suffer and have no relief in sight. They have it far worse than I do. Let’s never forget them.
Dr. B
Tags: cancer Treatment, radiation Therapy
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Dr. Tom Bibey: Stories of the Bluegrass Music Road 
June 8, 2011 at 7:53 am
Although I can’t play Bluegrass, I can appreciate it – that was Bill’s favorite kind of music! Keep the music in your heart, and please keep writing. Before you know it, that ol’ tumor will be LONG GONE! Prayers continue to be sent your way. God Bless!
June 8, 2011 at 8:08 am
Good luck with your treatment. I know how unpleasant it can be, but I believe that you’ve got the best support networks that a man can have, and I’m glad of that. My thoughts are with you, Dr. B!
June 8, 2011 at 8:28 am
Bless ya’ll. I feel my chances are good. I feel y”ll’s concern from miles away. There is power in true words. B
June 8, 2011 at 12:26 pm
Prayers lifted up. Psalm 30:2
Dan
June 8, 2011 at 2:56 pm
Bless ya Dan. First day went well. B