@myboo2u It is important to have a relationship with a Medical Oncologist, someone who is in a position to say "Hmm, wait a minute...." about decisions made by people whose roles are more circumscribed (ROs, surgeons) in your treatment. Placing treatment recommendations completely in the hands of an RO or surgeon is to eliminate consideration of other treatment paths or any critical review of what they want to do. That broader, more holistic view of your situation is needed and, to me at least, is the role of the MO. I sought one out on my own after I became uncomfortable with everything being in the hands of an RO. Having someone in the oversight role, a "go-to" person with whom I can ask any questions I want, knowing their responses are not limited by their particular technical specialty, gives me considerable reassurance.