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Nancy L · 06-11-2010, 03:33 PM

If your second tumor is her2 positive and you are currently receiving Herceptin, then I suspect you have become resistent to Herceptin. That is what happened to me. Dr. Slamon now has me on both Herceptin and Tykerb. They have found that even though Herceptin alone wasn't protecting me anymore, there is synergy giving Herceptin with Tykerb.

Dr. Slamon is a wonderful man and does take as much time as you need to get your questions answered. The only issue is that he only does clinic one or two times a month. You may want to call and make an appointment just in case you decide to have a second opinion after your surgery. The number is 1-310-829-5471. His PA's name is Kimberly.

I also received care at UCSF under Dr. Rugo. I think you are in good hands but it never hurts to get a second opinion.

Best of luck.

06-11-2010, 03:33 PM	#7
Nancy L Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: La Quinta, Ca Posts: 253	Re: Slamon second opinion If your second tumor is her2 positive and you are currently receiving Herceptin, then I suspect you have become resistent to Herceptin. That is what happened to me. Dr. Slamon now has me on both Herceptin and Tykerb. They have found that even though Herceptin alone wasn't protecting me anymore, there is synergy giving Herceptin with Tykerb. Dr. Slamon is a wonderful man and does take as much time as you need to get your questions answered. The only issue is that he only does clinic one or two times a month. You may want to call and make an appointment just in case you decide to have a second opinion after your surgery. The number is 1-310-829-5471. His PA's name is Kimberly. I also received care at UCSF under Dr. Rugo. I think you are in good hands but it never hurts to get a second opinion. Best of luck.