First Appointment with the Radiation Oncologist

Dad at Levi's (Great-Grandson) Baseball Game -

Levi is playing first base in the background - #11

For the first time in Dad's life, he received a tatoo!! The tatoos mark the treatment area - three spots that are smaller than a freckle!! This is called Simulation. These tiny spots will be a guideline for Dr. Mehta's staff as they administer Radiation in an attempt to reduce the size of the tumor on Dad's left lung. The following are specifics regarding Dad's treatment plan:

• Dad will return to the Radiation Oncologist on Monday, May 19 for more pre-treatment preparation.
• Radiation Treatment will begin Tuesday, May 20 at 8:30 as follows...

- 20 minutes of Radiation - Every Day - 5 days a week - Monday thru Friday for 7 to 9 weeks

• After the 4th or 5th week, a CT Scan will be repeated to see if the tumor has reduced in size
• If the tumor shrinks, a return visit to Dr. Jones will be scheduled to see if he can surgically remove the tumor
• Chemotherapy will be administered one time per week. This will be done at the same time as the Radiation. It will be administered by IV in Dr. Danso's Office (Oncologist). The first appointment is not yet scheduled - Dr. Danso's office should be contacting Dad tomorrow
• Mom and Dad received a lot of reading material today regarding the treatments, possible side effects, a glossary of terms, nutrition and how to care for the area that is being treated

Dad is healthy - his vital signs were excellent today - his attitude is great and is ready to get moving on the treatment.

Specific Prayer Requests:

• Side Effects will be minimal
• Dad remains strong - is able to eat the proper foods to maintain good health
• Spiritual Strength for Dad and the entire family as we look to God for our help in a time of need
• Pray for a Miracle - this is large tumor - pray that God will remove the tumor from Dad's Lung