My name is André. My caretaker and best friend, Stephanie (wifey) live near the Sanford/Orlando Airport.

I started getting sick approximately fourteen years ago. Roughly seven years ago, my illness went into overdrive. I have countless ambulance trips with hospital stays. My attacks began by presenting as anaphylactic shock. A local allergist treated me for two years and ultimately sent me to Mayo Clinic. My first appointment was October 16, 2017. It was the best thing that ever happened to me with this journey. On December 21, 2017, I was officially diagnosed with NETs and Carcinoid Syndrome.

The biggest battle that I have is there are no physical indications of tumors. My diagnosis came from signs and symptoms, positive bio-markers and positive response to SSA’s.

On August 01, 2018, my second opinion with another Florida NET Specialist theorized when my appendix ruptured in the 1990’s, it scattered cells throughout my system.

I am so blessed and beyond thankful for the Mayo Staff and fellow patients, who continue to support me throughout this battle.

I am currently on Lanreotide, Creon, Xermelo, Enterade and several other medications to give me some quality of life.

One day, Steph and I want to work for Mayo Clinic so we can help other patients feel the same warmth and love that was given to us.

Always glad to help. Please feel free to reach out.