Hi Again Hammer101, Hmmm. We’re not really pleased with Jim’s urologist's way of communicating. We expect he's competent and figure since we’re already 3-1/2 months since diagnosis, that the clock is ticking, and so we "should" probably go with him. But, it doesn't feel just right. We’d like a great doctor who we're comfortable talking to and really feel listened to!

So,we’re excited about perhaps connecting with Dr. Frank, who sounds great. My biggest concern is how long it might be to see him and get on his surgery schedule. With the high Decipher score, we don’t want to delay surgery too much longer. As good as Dr. Frank is, he may book out for appointments longer than we feel we can wait to move forward to surgery.

Ahh, a couple ideas come to mind. Maybe a favor that we might ask of you that I’ll private message you about. Of course, please feel comfortable to decline this favor request! But, hey, it doesn't hurt to ask you, right?!

A connection with Dr. Frank is something we'd love to pursue. Please do respond when you read this and the private message, so that I know that you did read them, whatever your thoughts might be about what I’ve asked. I've never sent a private message on MayoConnect. I’m going to try and hope it gets to you.

And just a couple personal questions. Just curious if you live close to Rochester? Jim and I live about 45 minutes away, on a rural property outside Winona, Minnesota. And maybe your real name? (Provided by private message, if you'd prefer AND are willing to share.) That way we could “drop” your name, if we are able to meet with Dr. Frank! Just let us know what you think of my ideas in the private message, OK?! Sometimes I think wonderful happenings just fall into one’s lap. I’m hoping this conversation might be one of those happenings! (I want Jim by my side for many years to come!!)

Wishing You All the Best, Rose