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My sister was diagnosed today. Is the Mayo the best place for surgery.

Esophageal Cancer | Last Active: 23 hours ago | Replies (24)
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@dave640

Gary's advice, above, is correct, in my opinion.

My wife decided on having her esophagectomy performed by Shanda Blackmon at Mayo/Rochester. Excellent choice for many reasons. You will find interviews with Dr. Blackmon online.

Dave

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Lori57216 | @lori57216 | Oct 3, 2023

I received my esophagectomy surgery @ Mayo / Rochester in 2020 by Dr. Dennis Wigle and his excellent team. Was a guest of theirs for 2 weeks (was supposed to be only 1 week but contracted infection in the drainage tube after it was removed). I am so very pleased with their care!!!!
Good luck to us all in our adventures,
Lori

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sosereal | @sosereal | Mar 7 2:18am

Hello Dave, I wish that things are going well. I have recently been diagnosed with T2B. I live in Minnesota and have begun my journey at the Rochester Mayo. I have learned about Shanda Blackman and have briefly spoken with her. Dr Blackmon is no longer at Rochester Mayo. In your opinion would I be best served to have Dr Blackmon perform the surgery which would mean traveling to Houston.
Rick

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