Wednesday, September 6, 2023

Finally

Gregg finally got a call back from the oncologist. Everything appears to be okay. There's an area that they're going to continue to monitor closely, but as of right now it doesn't appear to be problematic. Thank goodness. 

The delay in hearing anything was because Dr. Smith wanted to show the results to our friend Vinod. Dr. Vinod Jona is a long-time personal friend of Gregg's, and as luck would have it, he's the top pulmonary specialist in this area. There's no doubt in my mind that he saved Gregg's life back in 2012. He oversaw all of the tests and treatments, personally picked out the surgeon and oncologist he thought best, and made sure Gregg got the very best treatment available with no delays. In fact, he was already on standby to do a biopsy immediately if this latest PET scan showed anything. Dr. Smith is used to partnering with him on Gregg's care, and I'm so glad he went over everything with him first even if it did mean a delay in getting results. I'm not religious, but Vinod has been a real blessing in our lives. I'm so grateful to him.

We can finally rest a little easier tonight. I'm so thankful.

24 comments:

  1. Oh, thanks so much for sharing the great news. You both have been on my mind.

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  2. Oh, that's good news, Jennifer! I'm so glad to hear it and wish you both continuing good health!

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  3. I am SO glad to hear this! Happy tears, sweet dreams, relieved heart.

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  4. That is really good news Jennifer. I don´t comment often but I always read your blog and have been really rooting for you and Greg. I´m in the same boat as Greg so I know how you feel.

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  5. Excellent news, now you can both take a breath!

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  6. Oh relief! Relief!! I’ve been sort of holding my breath waiting for this post. So happy for both of you!!😊 -Jenn

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  7. Jennifer, this is such good news! I am so relieved for you!!!

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  8. Nothing wrong with some mid week good news!!!!! We take what we can get right? Enjoy the peace of mind, it must be a relief.

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  9. That must be a real weight off your minds. Good news!!!

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  10. Oh Jennifer, it is so good to read that!! Your doctors really are a blessing.

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  11. What great news! And lovely to have doctors that care personally. Whew!

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  12. Good news! Thanks for letting us know.

    Love,
    Janie

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  13. WHEW! What great news! A huge relief, for you and for all of us. I hope you're having some champagne. :)

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  14. That's great news! It must feel pretty good to have someone like Dr Vinod Jona in Gregg's corner

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  15. Great to hear the good news - you must both be so relieved.

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  16. I too am glad for you! I knew right away it was good news but the size of the paragraph. :-)

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