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I live in a large city and my oncologist only sees breast cancer patients. The entire practice is dedicated to breast cancer. The practice participates in numerous studies and is a presenter at most of the major breast cancer conferences.
As a bonus, she is like an angel. I can and do tell her anything that is on my mind and her response is always thoughtful. Often times I make her go into detail on changes in my treatment plan and challenge her with my own research. She never minimizes my ideas even if she feels like I am don't have "enough" information to qualify for these types of decisions. She will walk me through my thought process on the treatment plan and then explain hers in comparison. It is very comforting to know that she has considered all of the options (including my research) and then explains the mindset behind her decisions. I need to buy into treatment with my mind and my body without hesitation. As a stage IV girl it is common to change plans.
I am very lucky to have found such a doctor.
Carolyn
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