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05/04/2026

Update for Dr. Price’s cancer journey May 4, 2026.

Greg’s abdominal mass, which was initially diagnosed as a multiple myeloma cancer, has returned.

Greg had been experiencing abdominal pain, prompting me to take him to the emergency room. A routine CT scan revealed a mass, but we were uncertain whether it was a new tumor or the recurrence of the old one.

The Moffitt oncologist advised Greg to undergo cancer-related lab tests and a new PET scan.

The lab results showed elevated cancer markers, and the PET scan revealed multiple tumors in his abdomen.

Moffitt oncologist informed us that Greg will require radiation therapy for the masses and will also start two new chemotherapy drugs.

Radiation therapy will start tomorrow in Andalusia with the exceptional team of Dr. Mann, Dr. Patel, and Candice.

The chemotherapy drugs will be initiated as soon as insurance approves them. For the next few months, Greg can receive chemotherapy as an outpatient in Pensacola. If all goes well, he can then undergo chemotherapy locally.

Regarding his ability to see patients, Greg stated that as long as he feels well, he plans to continue working. He has done remarkable so far.

So that’s the latest update on Greg’s cancer journey:

It’s not what we had anticipated after Car-T therapy, but we will continue to face this cancer journey one day at a time.

Love,
Greg and Heide

03/26/2026

Update Dr Price
3/26/2026

Well, we just returned from our check-up at Moffitt Cancer Center in Tampa. We are thrilled to share that Greg’s cancer numbers and scans look fantastic! The chemotherapy and Car-t appears to have been effective!

His blood work and bone marrow biopsy also look normal.

While his body scan will always show the bone lesions/fractures in his back, the mass in his abdomen is undetectable.

Due to the success of the treatment, they asked him to participate in a new study to help sustain his disease free state. I believe he has agreed to do so. If it helps his longevity or aids others in the fight against cancer, we want to do it.

Therefore, he will be receiving some schedule injections for a while. He will have intermittent appointments in Tampa for these injections, but they believe he will be able to travel back and forth for them. Yay!

As multiple myeloma is not able to be cured at this time, he will continue to have his regular check ups with Dr Mann (locally) and Moffitt intermittently.

As each of us encounters life’s challenges, Greg and I are grateful for God’s mercy and blessings. We are also immensely thankful for the prayers, understanding, and unwavering support we have received from everyone as we navigate the difficult journey of managing cancer.

All our love to you,
Greg and Heide

03/08/2026

Update Dr. Price
3/8/26

His immune system, as per blood work, has improved enough for him to return to the office! He will start seeing patients again on March 9, 2026, tomorrow!!!

However, he will initially see fewer patients than he did before his treatment because he curently gets easily tired out. His goal is to gradually return to his full workload.

Despite his return, he has an appointment in two weeks (Tampa Fl) to assess the effectiveness of his cancer treatment (Car-t therapy). We hope and pray for positive news.

He has greatly missed his patients and colleagues and eagerly looks forward to seeing and visiting with them again.

All our love,
Greg and Heide

Update: Dr. PriceFebruary 2, 2026He’s finally home!Unexpectedly, his doctor informed him that he could leave the hospita...
02/03/2026

Update: Dr. Price
February 2, 2026

He’s finally home!

Unexpectedly, his doctor informed him that he could leave the hospital because his numbers have gradually improved. As soon as she said that, Greg couldn’t wait to get on the road to his home.

However, he still lacks an immune system to fight off any infections, so he won’t be able to return to the office yet or see anyone for a while. Nevertheless, this is one step closer to his old life. He will continue to have check-ups locally with Dr. Mann (a local oncologist) and his wonderful staff, and they will maintain close contact with Greg’s Moffitt oncologist.

We can’t express our gratitude enough for all the prayers, support, and understanding that were extended to him.

This has been an incredibly challenging time, but through God’s grace and the love of our family and friends, we are able to work with these trials and difficulties.

All our love,
Greg and Heide

Ps. Thank you office for the surprise sign- Greg loved it♥️

01/22/2026

Update: Dr. Price
1/22/26(long post)

Cancer is hard. It turns your world upside down not just at the initial diagnose but over and over again. It makes you feel out of control…..and this is not just for the patient but their caregiver and all those that encircle the patient.

First, your body fights against you. You decide to undergo a particular treatment, and it becomes another battle (alongside cancer). For instance, you may experience nausea, vomiting, weakness, bone pain, low blood counts, and so on.

Then, you diligently attend all your appointments. Throughout this journey, you hope, pray, and plead with God and the universe that this cancer will simply retreat, disappear, and leave our lives behind.

Finally, you follow the prescribed daily regimen, remain patient, and pray and believe that someday soon, you will return to a semblance of normal life.

So, that’s what we continue to do…

And then, we pray once again that this cancer never returns months or years later, to begin the torment anew.

As I’ve mentioned in previous posts, Dr. Price underwent Car-T therapy, which went well with minimal side effects. Despite his anticipation of returning home last week, that date has been postponed. After undergoing intensive chemotherapy and pre-chemo treatment for Car-T, his body has been slow to recover. Even after receiving transfusions, his cell counts remain low each day.

Consequently, his doctor deemed it necessary to provide him with a boost from his own bone marrow. This bone marrow was collected eight years ago during his bone marrow transplant, which also occurred eight years ago.

These cells have been stored in the freezer for the entire duration, and the doctor believes it’s an opportune time to utilize some of them.

Even amidst the ups and downs, setbacks, and small blessings over the past couple of months, I can say that he is not out of the woods yet. However, he is not critical either.

He is holding strong, still has some smiles left, and desperately wants to return home and walk through his work office doors. That is his ultimate goal!

Furthermore, I cannot provide a specific time frame for his return home because I now believe it’s bad luck to do so. Three canceled times are enough. Until then, we will patiently wait for that time to come. But hopefully with fingers crossed 🤞🏻🤞🏻🤞🏻2 weeks

May you all continue to believe in him, and please keep sending your love and prayers. It truly means so much to him.

All our love
Greg and Heide

01/15/2026

Update: Dr. Price not coming home yet😩😩😩

Jan 15, 2026

Well, he just called, and due to his low blood count, they won’t let him leave for safety reasons. He’s not feeling bad, except for being tired.

Today, he’ll receive another platelet transfusion. Lab work is scheduled for Saturday, and there’s a possibility of a bone marrow biopsy to check for any other underlying issues or is this still the Car-T.

So, perhaps we were a bit too zealous or overexcited when he was allowed to come home. Greg and I are both very bummed.

Therefore, there will be no airport arrival this Saturday.

I’ll continue to keep you updated.

Love,
Heide 🌸

A long road but he will get there.♥️♥️ Today: Home from hospital(to hotel in FL)!!! With a Picc line. He is very tired a...
11/27/2025

A long road but he will get there.♥️♥️ Today: Home from hospital(to hotel in FL)!!! With a Picc line. He is very tired and worn out. Will have to go in to Moffitt every day for blood checks.
He will be neutropenic in a few short days.
He is holding ok for now. Encouraged to walk to keep up strength.
Happy Thanksgiving Eve to all of you and we wish you the very best holiday🦃♥️🦃♥️♥️♥️

11/24/2025

Update for Dr. Price
(Written by Heide)

While getting ready for Dr. Price’s new therapy at Moffitt Cancer Center,
They found 2 new tumors on Wednesday via PET scan. One in his back and a large mass in his abdomen. He was admitted to the hospital on Wednesday.
They did a biopsy. They were worried the mass in his abdomen was a new kind of cancer.
Preliminary report per doctor’s say, “ it’s still multiple myeloma.” They think this is why he had been having bad pain for the last couple of weeks.

When they told him, he was quite scared. He asked me to come to Florida right away.
First, they talked of doing radiation for the masses, but they decided to do high-dose chemotherapy. They felt it would be the better option. It was started late Friday night. The plan is still to do the original new treatment, but it will be pushed out a few weeks.

It’s been a whirlwind, but I think things have settled down…. For the moment.
I know some people have known, and we have not shared with everybody because everything was up in the air and no hard plan was in place.
Please know Greg appreciates your patience.
He says, “I want to be home just as soon as I can and back to work.
There’s no place like home.”
Thank you for your love, prayers, thoughts, understanding, and concern.
Love,
Heide🌸

Some may have heard but Dr Price wanted to address in a formal letter.
10/09/2025

Some may have heard but Dr Price wanted to address in a formal letter.

01/22/2025

Dr. Price’s office will be closed on Thursday, January 23, 2025 due to ongoing hazardous road conditions! Stay safe and warm and have fun! ❄️ ⛄️

01/20/2025

Dr Price’s office closes tomorrow at 1pm and will be closed all day Wednesday. 🩵🩵

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