Why We Need a Tissue Navigator
The importance of tissue donation begins when a parent hears the life shattering news, “your child has brain cancer.” Had we known how important tissue is not only to scientific discovery, but also to a child’s cancer treatment plan, Michael may have had a very different journey. Let me explain. Cancer treatment is becoming more…
That’s Your Boy
It’s Michael’s birthday week! To celebrate I want to share an AMAZING story with you that I still can’t believe happened. In the past several years I have been frequenting pediatric cancer conferences (should have been a STEM major not a CPA, but who knew?). At a meeting in August, the question discussed was how…
Michael’s Master Plan – Impact
Twenty years old! Michael would be leaving his teen years behind next week but in my mind he will forever remain a teenager. His twin sister Bridget shows us each day what Michael could be accomplishing had he survived. And the reality is, despite his death, he is still making an impact every day. Michael’s…