Hello @lindadob and welcome to Mayo Connect. It looks like you have already received some good support and information from others in this discussion group including @predictable and @paul28.

As they have said, it is important to find a good oncologist and to learn the best way to eat after this type of surgery. If you ask for a consultation with a registered dietician before your husband is discharged from the hospital, this will so very helpful to you. As your husband's digestive tract is healing from the surgery, he probably will not be able to eat three larger meals, but will need smaller, more frequent meals that are "smart." In other words, not high in fat and roughage.

Have you had an appointment with a surgeon yet?