Back in June of 2016, I had a high PSA and my doctor recommended a biopsy; prostate cancer was discovered during that biopsy. When I was diagnosed, I was devastated. I thought that was a death sentence. This disease runs in my family. My uncle and my cousin both had prostate cancer and both opted for surgery – I saw firsthand what it did to them with the side effects and complications.
I thought there had to be another option. My doctors said it was surgery or regular radiation; they didn’t tell me anything about proton therapy. I did my own research and decided proton therapy was right for me.
I feel great. I had no side effects. My treatments were scheduled for early in the morning – I would go in at about 8am and be out of there in an hour or less. I didn’t miss a day of work. In fact, I didn’t miss a beat. The process was very comfortable.
I’m very grateful. Being a father, grandfather and a business owner, I wanted to continue my life with as little interruption as possible. Proton therapy afforded me that opportunity. I want to thank the Hampton University Proton Cancer Institute for the wonderful treatment I received. We’re very fortunate to have a facility like this here in Hampton.
Owner of Goodman & Sons Jewelers
Prostate Cancer SURVIVOR