I can’t thank you enough for making the trek tomorrow. Myself along with many other people fighting cancer are lifted up by this event and each of you who participate. I have been at the James since Monday 8/1 for surgery and the recovery from surgery all related to colon cancer. As I walk the halls; this facility and the people working here provide great care, comfort and hope to many, many individuals in the fight.
Unfortunately I have been a frequent visitor to the James, so much so that the staff recognizes me. We joked on Tuesday how I had never stayed on this particular side of the building during previous visits. It was like something you might say about a favorite vacation hotel 🙂 Which, when it comes to hospitals, the James IS truly first class.
The James and the caregivers I work with have been very good to me. I cannot speak for everyone, but for me I believe they are helping me fight a winning battle. Since my diagnosis 2 years ago, I have participated in two studies funded by Pelotonia. I have also been aided by world class researchers and doctors that are here because of the roll Pelotonia plays in their ability to pursue cures and prevention. In fact, two of my doctors, Mark Arnold (50 miler) and Rich Goldberg (100 miler) will be out there along side of you. Please say hi to them if you see them.
Also we need to give a shout out to all our fellow Propel and GH New England Teammates in Boston that will ride in the Pan-Mass Challenge this weekend. Pelotonia was modeled after the Pan-Mass which supports the Dana Farber Cancer Institute. Two people I work closely with, Sean McDonnell and Anthony Habayeb (Columbus Native) are riding and I wish them a safe and joyful ride.Thank you again for riding this year and putting an end to cancer.
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