I received word about 7 a.m. this morning that I am now scheduled for surgery at the University of Californa San Francisco Moore/Baker Hospital in Mission Bay the morning of May 11.
Surgery will be done by Dr. Mohammed Adam and Carlos Covera, both experienced surgeons at dealing with biliary tract issues such as mine. I don’t think I could be in better hands.
This is major sugery. As I understand, it will involve removing the cancerous bile duct, “resectioning” my liver (cutting out a section, as yet to be determined)and then rebuilding an artificial duct to get bile where it it needs to go.
I will likely be in the hospital at least a week, then released for rest and recovery. But it’s unlikely I’ll be able to fly back to Hawaii for a couple of months.
We’re still working on our travel and lodging logistics, but have great family support.
I’ve haven’t spent that long without access to my computer in, well, forever! Digital withdrawal? I travel with my iPad, which is easier to carry and fine for routine things, but I might try to find some way to take my laptop with me.
And my special thanks to all of you who have shared your feelings and support here and on Facebook. Everyone tells me that a positive outlook is essential going forward, and you’ve all been part of supporting me in that process.
Below, patient artwork displayed in the ground floor of the UCSF Precision Cancer building. 
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What great news, Ian. “ As I turn my mind toward wholeness and wellbeing, I heal.Streams of healing vitality are flowing in my body, mind, and spirit. The power within me is greater than any condition.”
Keeping you in my prayers! Sending positive energy and much aloha your way!! You will champion this…
Dear Ian–
I am so sorry to hear about your cancer, and wish you the best in your surgery next month. Thank you for updating everyone about your health. That must have been a hard thing to do, but there are so many of us who know and respect you and hate the thought of you having something serious wrong, that I know everyone else, like me, was concerned and wanted to know more. I hope all the prayers and good wishes will help you pull through and be back in Hawaii this summer. How will we survive, in these times, without your in-depth investigations and reports. You are the only local journalist I know who does that!
Warmes Aloha,
Barbara
Of COURSE bring your laptop, even if it means someone else’s lap needs to be involved.
To “new beginnings,” indeed.
Aloha.
Dear Ian,
Please rest, take care and make a good recovery. Nothing else matters. Focus, rest, recuperate. Looking to hearing about hospital food.
Take care,
Veronica
Aloha Ian —
Good news on your scheduled surgery. Do bring your technology with you, phone, iPad and MacBook. You may miss it if you don?t.
Thank you for sharing this, Ian. My thoughts for a great outcome will be with you.
The mind is a powerful thing. You might want to try affirmations before you head into surgery. Here are some good ones. (I hope a link is okay.) https://www.allinahealth.org/-/media/allina-health/files/health-conditions-and-treatments/health-library/patient-education/understanding-your-colon-or-rectal-surgery/preparations/affirmations.pdf
I am very thankful that surgery is an option for you Ian!
You will be in our thoughts constantly.
Best wishes for success with your surgery and procedure. Best wishes also for your speedy recovery.
EJ
Ian
Thank you for sharing information with us.
I am so happy to hear that you are a surgery candidate and now its scheduled.
I am really glad that you are in the best surgical hands. Also to have family support while staying in another city is priceless.
I hope you will find a way to do your blog on your IPad. I love my IPad! For everything…well just about.
If you can let us know where we can send you funny stories, or caring messages.
I’ll be thinking of you the whole way through
Aloha
Carol
This is good news Ian- and if you are fully engaged with your surgeons, all the better. Sending love to you and Meda and all your family and friends, and of course, the puddies! You have a large extended internet family who have been reading about your family’s lives for many years , sharing your family’s history and genealogy, and that mass of love will support you through your ordeal.
Aloha
CathyG
You got this, Ian! kick some butt!
Prayers for a successful procedure and a smooth recovery Ian. Get better soon; this island needs you!
Best wishes, Ian, for a successful surgery and full recovery. Melinda and I will be thinking of you and Meda.
Ben
Definitely bring your laptop with you. Get plenty of rest and heal well!