Tag Archives: HIPEC

Commemorating a Commemoration

Posted on October 1, 2015 by Alan

About one year ago, shortly after I was discharged from the hospital following my most-recent HIPEC and cytoreduction, we hosted a small gathering in our home to commemorate the amazing work of Professor Avi Nissan and team.  Along with the … Continue reading →

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50 Weeks

Posted on July 30, 2015 by Alan

August 11 will mark one year since my last HIPEC surgery, this time, at the hand of Professor Aviram Nissan, who is currently heading the Department of Surgical Oncology at Sheba Medical Center. I had the opportunity to meet with … Continue reading →

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Surgical Hijinks

Posted on September 11, 2014 by Alan

Yesterday I had my first follow-up with the surgeon.  I’m pleased to report that my staples came out, although I still have one surgical drain – the one that’s near my pancreas.  Apparently that takes a long time to heal. … Continue reading →

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Home for a Week

Posted on September 8, 2014 by Alan

Good morning. I’m starting this post on Sunday, one week post my liberation from the hospital.  It was, and continues to be, an interesting experience as I recover – in many ways the same as last time and in others … Continue reading →

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Pre-op Day

Posted on July 30, 2014 by Alan

Today was pre-op day in advance of my surgery, scheduled to take place on Tuesday, August 12, 2014.  (Was that clear enough for everyone?) I’m not sure how it works elsewhere in the world, but here, one is required to … Continue reading →

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Gaming the System, Part II

Posted on June 13, 2014 by Alan

Sunday last we had our appointment with the surgeon.  We arrived at the hospital in time (great parking, thank you very much!) and made our way to the office.  As we entered the waiting area I looked around and said … Continue reading →

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Status Quo

Posted on April 9, 2014 by Alan

As you may know, this morning was my appointment with the oncologist. The good news is that the chemo I’ve been doing has been holding my cancer at bay. That means the tumors have not multiplied or attempted to take … Continue reading →

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Of Familiar Roles and Functions

Posted on August 31, 2012 by Alan

From an email sent on August 31, 2012. My people! I’m beginning the draft of this e-mail at 7:14 PM on Thursday, August 30, 2012, nine days post operation, and my third full day at home. I’m not sure when … Continue reading →

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Pre-op

Posted on August 17, 2012 by Alan

From an email originally sent on August 17, 2012. Avid readers will remember that Wednesday was my pre-op day.  As predicted, it basically involved much waiting around, listening to the same things over and over, and telling and re-telling my … Continue reading →

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At long last…

Posted on August 12, 2012 by Alan

From an email originally sent on August 12, 2012. Good morning. After much hand-wringing and teeth-gnashing, I’m pleased to report an honest-to-goodness actual surgery date: Tuesday, August 21st.  The surgery will be performed under the auspices of Prof. Mordechai (“Motti”) … Continue reading →

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