Huntsman Cancer Institute Myeloma Program

"Your excellent treatment for me has given hope to a lot of myeloma patients that it is possible to still be surviving after 9 years (and still counting). Thanks for everything you have done to extend my life. I sure am enjoying my time off of treatment."

Becky R. of Florida

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When my husband did his research and told me about you and Huntsman Cancer Institute, I was very interested. I was also worried about making the change work. It was important to get to Salt Lake and meet you and see Huntsman Cancer Institute.

I was thrilled to find such a beautiful and inviting facility and it was a pleasure to meet you. Thank you for making us feel welcome and for spending so much time with us. When we left, I felt incredibly lucky to have met you and your kind staff.

Thank you for accepting me as a patient. I look forward to seeing you every six months and will enjoy being in Salt Lake when I come for my treatments.”

Patricia S. of Idaho

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"Yesterday was my 5 year anniversary since diagnosis. And today is the first time since then that my RBC has been normal. Hooray!! It is 4.2; my HGB is 13.7. Hooray again!!! We just returned from a week in Hawaii and, again, for the first time, I had some real energy. We walked a few miles each day without me getting worn out. It is nice to feel good, for a change. THANK YOU for your part in this miracle."

Jane R. of California

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"Dr. Guido Tricot and his remarkable staff at Huntsman Cancer Hospital in Salt Lake City, Utah, have put together a wonderful research center for multiple myeloma patients. I have been treated by Dr. Tricot for several years and was entered into a research therapy III protocol during which I received chemotherapy with two stem cell transplants. I achieved complete remission!

I have found that access to Dr. Tricot and his knowledge and treatment does not end with, nor is it limited to, my visits to that city, but is almost instantaneously available via e-mail. Within literally minutes I have had answers to my questions about concerns and what action to take toward any problem. I sit back in my easy chair and receive messages from his staff and I know I will be hearing from his office soon about what tests might be necessary or what med is needed. An angel from his staff might e-mail me that everything is taken care of and my pharmacy down the street should have the prescription ready shortly. All of this transpires with the speed of e-mails and occasionally a phone call! Amazing!

I truly feel special to be afforded access to a renowned physician and scholar such as Dr. Tricot in this fashion. I doubt any other patient can boast of better or faster treatment than I receive. How fortunate and blessed I am to be his patient. Thank you, Dr. Tricot, for always being there for me and caring about me!"

"To each of you who were so efficient and kind to me during my visit this week, I want to say thanks. My trip back to Kansas was uneventful. It is reassuring to know that I have the best team in the world working for me.

I will always try to keep in mind that my extended days on this planet are due in part to your efforts, and that I should be mindful of that as I conduct myself at all times so as to reflect positive credit upon your care."

Doug M. of Kansas

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"Dr. Tricot's work has already given me eight more years of life than was generally expected at the time I was diagnosed. Now that's a gift!"