Here is an update as to where we are with Scotts treatment. We met with the oncologist at University of Iowa yesterday and we have a treatment plan with a high success rate and one that we feel good about. Scott is apprehensive because it requires more surgery with chemo applied directly to his abdominal cavity and has a long recovery period. Having just come off major abdominal surgery it is fresh in his mind the pain he endured but he still has such a positive outlook and complete trust and faith in God that simply amazes me. Hes willing to do whatever it takes but wants to make sure it is the path God wants him to go down. The bad news is, as I had expected, our insurance being maxed out is causing an issue. We are starting the process for Social Security but there is a 3-5 month waiting period. We dont qualify for Medicare/Medicaid so that is not an option. Because we are Illinois residents we dont qualify for any financial assistance since the treatment would be in Iowa so at this point would have to come up with a down payment before surgery could be performed and pay for the balance out of pocket. At this point the U of Iowa surgeon and oncologist are trying to help us find a surgeon that performs this procedure in Illinios. This procedure is not something most surgeons are qualified to perform so takes a specialized surgeon. If they cant find someone in Illinois that does this procedure then they are working on some things on their end. They are also getting us a figure of what the treatment would cost to see if that is even something we could potentially raise through fund raisers. It may be completley out of the question so we are continuing to trust God to provide the answers. Heres what we need from all you prayer warriors and faithful family and friends... 1. Prayers that God has not put this road block in our path because U of I is not where he wants Scott to get treatment. Pray God will provide the answers and open doors for us if U of I is where he wants Scott to be and if its not that he will make it clear to us where to go next. 2. Continue to share the youcaring page to help us raise the funds needed to proceed with treatment. youcaring/medical-fundraiser/crushing-cancer-for-scott-/102661 3. Pray for continued healing and strength. Scott said yesterday he is feeling weak so we need to get his strength up so he can continue to heal from this surgery and get his body strong enough to endure another surgery if that is the path we decide to take. Thanks so much for all your prayers, love and support. You all have been such a blessing in our lives.
Posted on: Fri, 08 Nov 2013 18:13:58 +0000
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