Personal Stories - If you would like to share your personal story, please contact Jim Weiveris
Last Updated: January 31, 2004
| Diagnosed in February 2000. Sue has had 3 hepatic chemoembolizatons, liver resection by RFA and two different systemic chemotherapy programs. Sue helped in forming the Metro NY Carcinoid Support Group(MNYCSG) and served as Tri-State Coordinator of the MNYCSG until her death. Sue's husband, Jim, can be cotacted at Caring4Noids@aol.com | |
| Diagnosed in May 1995. Susan has had partial bowel blockages and surgery for removal of carcinoid tumors in various parts of her body. She has been on systemic chemotherapy programs and has fought breast cancer (unrelated to carcinoid). Susan is on the Board of Directors of the Southern California Carcinoid Fighters (SCCF). Please note: As of 1/05/03 Susan's email address has been changed to SunnySusan@cox.net | |
| Diagnosed in June 2000. Stephen has had bowel surgery and 2 hepatic chemoembolizations. Stephen was instrumental in organizing the Southern California Carcinoid Fighters (SCCF). On March 31, 2004, we lost Steve after 4 1/2 months of hospitalization and while awaiting a liver transplant . | |
| Diagnosed in March 2000. Al has had good results in stablizing his disease with Sandostatin. Al is the Webmaster for the Capital Area Carcinoid Survivors (CACS). Al can be contacted at asimmsjr@aol.com |
Links to Other Sites
| The Carcinoid Cancer Foundation The Foundation has been on the cutting edge of carcinoid reseach for over 3 decades. Here you will find numerous articles for both the medical professional and the layperson. There are transcripts from major carcinoid seminars held around the country. You will find information on support groups in the U. S. and worldwide, plus much more. Visit often, the sight is continually updated with new material. |
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Susan Anderson's Home Page |
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| Capital Area Cacinoid Survivors
(CACS) The CACS was formed in September 2001. They cover DC, Maryland and Virginia. |