06/21/2021
Patient and Friends,
I have had a recurrence of prostate cancer. I am currently undergoing treatment and in August will have radiation treatment.
I will continue my current MWF schedule at the office for as long as I am able. In August I may only work mornings depending on how I am tolerating treatment and the daily schedule for my treatment. Going forward, I will be out of the office periodically for testing, treatment and/or just not being well enough to be at my best. I will always attempt to give a heads up about changes in office hours when I am able. Please note that throughout, Ric will have the Rehab open and the therapists will be working.
I feel that it is not fair to my patients if I am distracted by my own health. However, I do not mind giving council to people who are undergoing related or similar issues.
I am giving this notice for two reasons: One, I am here to treat patients and not discuss my health each time someone enters the office. I am not stating this to be rude; it is difficult to rehash my health history 50 times a day. Two, discussing my cancer repeatedly tends to wear me out faster and as a result, I am sure there will be some who get sharp and unkind “smart assed” responses from me. I want to avoid this for all concerned.
Please know that my family and I thank everyone for all the prayers which have been offered over the past few weeks.
Dr. Dave Anderson