Wednesday, March 30, 2011

My Team of Doctors

MY SURGERY IS FRIDAY, APRIL 15, 2011 8 A.M.

MIDLANDS HOSPITAL, PAPILLION, NE

20 WEEKS of CHEMOTHERAPY STARTS
THURSDAY, MAY 19TH AT 2 P.M.

Chemotherapy Schedule
Weeks 1-7 are every other week so (week 1, 3, 5, 7)
I lose my hair after week 3 =(
Weeks 9-20 are every week

Followed by:

5- 6 Weeks of Radiation (Will know for sure after surgery)

YAY!  I WILL STILL HAVE HAIR FOR MY BIRTHDAY! =)

General Surgeon
(She is taking my (non existent -A size) Ta Ta's Off!
 I wish her luck trying to find them =))

Everyone wants to know how we chose our doctors.  To be honest, I went with facts and my instincts.  Dr. Grange specializes in ONLY breast cancer.  Instead of inserting the port for chemo in a separate surgery under my collar bone (which will leave a visible scar) she will put it under my arm.  She does this surgery while I am under during my reconstruction.  Instead of being awake for the sentinel lymph node biopsy  which sounds extremely painful, Dr. Grange has the radiologist to do this while I am under for the double mastectomy.


Aesthetic Surgical Images
(She is going to give me new Ta Ta's! =)

I chose Dr. Montag because she was referred to me by Dr. Grange and we just hit it off!  She is giving me my B cup....that is if my skin can stretch that much! =)  YAY!

Stephan D. Thome', M.D. Ph.D. (hem), F.A.C.P.
Medical Oncology/Hematology
Nebraska Cancer Specialists
(He is taking my hair!)

I chose Dr. Thome' because he knows his stuff! Good Lord! This is probably the smartest person I have ever met. He also gave me a lot of facts to help choose my general surgeon. He answered ALL my questions and gave it to me straight - no dancing around topics. When I left his office I felt like a huge weight had been lifted off my shoulders.

I AM IN GOOD HANDS!  =)

All I can ask for you is to pray the surgery is successful in removing the cancer and the chemotherapy and radiation will get rid of it FOREVER...........
AND...pray that my skin stretches so I get my B cup! =)
CHECK YOUR TA TA's! Love Always,
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15 comments:

  1. AnonymousMarch 30, 2011 at 5:33 PM

    Sounds like u r in good hands Emily. Your surgeries will b a success and a year from now u will b happier than ever!!! Xoxo Angie Gio Ross

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  2. UnknownMarch 30, 2011 at 5:55 PM

    size b ta-ta`s is just perfect-just like you. We love you lots and you are always in our prayers-Anne and Gary

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  3. AnonymousMarch 30, 2011 at 6:49 PM

    You are surrounded by the very best and your can do attitude is awesome. You are being touched by God, that is quite obvious. Em, we we send our love and prayers. Jody and Chuck

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  4. AnonymousMarch 30, 2011 at 9:12 PM

    Traci Walters Let me know if you need a sitter so your close family and friend can be with you. We'd love to have a playmate.I mean it. Sending good thoughts and vibes your way always.

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  5. AnonymousMarch 30, 2011 at 9:13 PM

    Annette Buchanan Hansen
    Oh Emily! U will continue to be in my prayers! I'm so glad u seem to have an upbeat attitude!! God bless u!

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  6. AnonymousMarch 30, 2011 at 9:15 PM

    Sara Stanner Pohlad
    Lovn the positive fight against my worst enemy. Your new Ta Tas will be looking amazing!

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  7. AnonymousMarch 30, 2011 at 9:15 PM

    Brea Nelson
    Praying for you sister, today and always.

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  8. AnonymousMarch 30, 2011 at 9:16 PM

    Pamela Pottebaum
    Praying for you! If you need anything, please let us know. We love you!

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  9. AnonymousMarch 30, 2011 at 9:16 PM

    Emily DeLashmutt Klauer
    Emily, you are amazing! I think of you and pray for you everyday. I've been to Dr. Grange and she is by far the best doctor! You are in great hands! She will take awesome care of you and soon this will all be behind you. Stay strong and positive and know that so many people are sending love and hugs!!

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  10. AnonymousMarch 30, 2011 at 9:17 PM

    Claudia Smith
    Am praying for you and know that the Lord will provide his healing powers through your doctors:)

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  11. Colleen BallardMarch 30, 2011 at 9:42 PM

    I bet it feels great to have a plan! So sorry I will miss you this Saturday; will be out of town. I will be thinking about you and praying for you on 4/15!! Big day! LOVE YOU

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  12. Harnisch FamilyApril 1, 2011 at 11:27 AM

    Thinking and praying for you Emily! Looks like you are in excellent hands. :)
    Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help out. I know McKenzie & Macy would sure love to have Olivia over to play on any of those recovery days you are feeling down or low energy. Just shoot me a note or give me a call!!
    Sherri H.

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  13. AnonymousApril 4, 2011 at 1:33 PM

    Hello Emily,

    Thank you and Steve for taking the time to keep everyone aware of what is going on in your lives. With our family as spread out and as big as it is, it’s really an effective way to keep in touch. Although Pam and I are not huge bloggers, we do get in there and read what is going on. I’m glad that you have such a strong support group there close to you. That will be essential for the next twenty to thirty weeks. Even though we are not close by, there might be an occasion or situation where we can help you and please do not hesitate to ask. We feel bad that we are not close enough in proximity to be there to cook a meal at night or let the dogs out, but I’m sure there will be something we can do during your road to recovery that will be helpful. When I wake up each morning, I have a list of folks that I pray for. I’ve been doing it pretty regularly since Taya was born and ran into health issues. I don’t know if it’s middle age, or luck of the draw, but my list has gotten longer. About half of the folks are cancer related. So, even though we have a proximity issue, I know that I can pray for you and your family each day to span the distance. The power of prayer is very strong, and as you mentioned in your blog, prayer is answered in some form (I think you said on God’s terms). I will continue to pray for you each day and I hope that we can be there as much as you want us around to help with other things you need. We love you all very much.

    Dave

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  14. AnonymousApril 4, 2011 at 1:36 PM

    Emily

    Stacy Nelson has just informed of your recent diagnostics, we want to let you know that you are in Alpha Xi Delta's prayers. Personally my mom was diagnosed 12 years ago and then again just 3 months ago, both these times were very scary for me, but she is an extremely strong woman and survived. From what Stacy and Deborah have told me about you, I know you will to.

    Xi Love
    Alpha Xi Delta
    Amanda Francis

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  15. AnonymousApril 4, 2011 at 11:52 PM

    Em, You are so great at writing and I love to read your thoughts. I had a dream about you last night and have you in my thoughts and prayers. Am stumbling through building a website for my business and wish I had your wisdom on these things. I will be praying for your surgery to go well. You amaze all of us
    Joan Allen

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