Guest guest Posted January 23, 2003 Report Share Posted January 23, 2003 , Glad to hear that you're now drain-free, stitchless, and feeling more chipper. > I am now being referred to a " Radiation Oncologist " to start the > next process--whatever that may be. Is that where everyone goes > after the surgery is over??? I was so ill-informed that I thought > the " Surgical Oncologist " was the one that would see me through most > of it, and then I would see an endocrinologist. I am not sure if > this new doctor will do the radioactive iodine or not. Yes, the radiation oncologist is the expert on radioactive iodine. He or she will schedule and interpret your RAI treatment and the associated tests and scans. Once your RAI is over, you should be under the care of an endocrinologist -- preferably one who treats other thyca patients. The endo will work on adjusting your meds properly so that your TSH is suppressed and you feel well; he or she will also continue to monitor your condition by scheduling blood tests and scans as appropriate. Both doctors should be happy to answer ANY questions you have about your condition, its treatment, and followup care (if they're not, it's Nature's way of telling you to look for a new doctor). Hope this helps. Please keep us posted! ellen -- mailto:ellen@... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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