Hello and welcome to the forum. It sounds as if you have already prepared for your appointment on Friday by reading up on things to discuss with your doctor. The fact that you have taken care of yourself and are generally otherwise healthy will very much work in your favor if you do have surgery. You will want to ask about the different types of diversions(i.e. Indiana pouch (internal reservoir), ileal conduit (outside bag), or neobladder (generally does not work well for women). In the end, it will be up to you to make that decision should things go in that direction. Please let us know how your appointment goes.
I don't personally know anything about the doctor or facility you asked about. Perhaps some of our west coast members may have more information for you. Again, I am glad you found us and please post any other questions. You will probably have more after your doctor visit on Friday.
Best wishes... Catherine
TURBT 1/21/10 at age 55
Dx: T2aN0M0 Primary Bladder Adenocarcinoma
Partial Cystectomy 2/25/10
Vanderbilt Medical Center
Nashville, TN
