Need a little advice!

[Staph]

My local oncologist says that he has reached the limits of what can be done for me (return of endometrial cancer - second round of chemo).

He says the next step is to go to one of the big national cancer centers. He made a suggestion, but I don't want to affect your opinion.

If it were you, where would you go?

[elfin]

1. Oh dear, tough question for a tough situation

I think I would want one closely affiliated with a good Medical College with a more immediate connection to research and a good record of getting patients into clinical trials.

If you trust your current doc, check out those first.

All the very best to you in your search.

[Staph]

2. My current doc has a recommendation.

But I would like to hear the opinions of others before mentioning this center's name. It has about 15 trials currently running in the area of my cancer, so I am leaning in that direction. It's just 500 miles away!

[sinkingfeeling]

3. I know several in my SPOHNC group have used MD Anderson in Houston. One

has gone to Mayo in Rochester, MN.

I would try searching for an expert in your type of cancer.
Best wishes to you and your family.

[PJMcK]

4. Can you get a second opinion from a professional?

I doubt many people on an internet board can give you better advice than you'd get from another doctor.

Regardless, I wish the best for you. I hope you'll get the best medical care.

[Staph]

6. I've already hit up the professionals!

My bro-in-law is a retired breast cancer surgeon. He has been reaching out to his friends and former colleagues. We're still waiting for responses.

But DU is my favorite place for quick and wide answers to a variety of questions. I know that I will find here many folks who have been in the same or similar situations.

Thanks for your help!

[ms liberty]

5. Go to the best teaching/research hospital for cancers that you can reasonably reach

Your chances of survival are greatest in those settings. Each year, there is a ranking of the best hospitals in various disciplines and by region. Make sure where you're going is at or near the top. Without knowing where you live, I cant tell you where you should go. I'm in NC, and Duke Medical Center saved my life 20 years ago when I had breast cancer; they are at the top of my list.
Sending vibes and healing.

[Laffy Kat]

7. MD Anderson.