John's Post-OP appointment, GREAT NEWS!!!!

John went for his post-op visit and we received the best possible news. The pathology report shows NO SIGN of cancer in 29 lymph nodes! The exact verbiage on the report “Lymph Node Resection “negative for metastatic carcinoma”. An irregular, ill-defined eroded tumor –NO residual adenocarcinoma identified, Tumor regression grade 0. John does NOT have cancer! Dr. Meredith said that this was the BEST possible scenario he could not ask for anything else. John’s weight was 135 lb (with shoes on) and the doctor did not seem concerned. He said he was pleased and that some patients lose 10-15 lbs after surgery (John lost 5lbs). He told John that 135 were his new base line and that he would monitor his weight from 135. He said he would see John in 3 months and get a CT of Chest/ABD/Pelvis at six months. He will scan and scope at one year. Now he just needs to regain his strength and eat. John is going to the gym and walking on treadmill some days, no lifting weights yet.
I wanted to Thank each and everyone of you for your support, kindness and love. John still needs to heal & gain weight but we have turned the corner to the best possible outcome (if you have to have cancer in the first place).
Does this mean we have made it to the senior class? Has anyone heard from out class president (Jeff T)?
Love you all
Erica
Wife of John
Diagnosis; May 17, 2011--T-3, N-1, M0
Chemo/Radiation Treatment –last treatment July-11, 2011
MIE/Robotic Esophaggogastricectomy –September 9, 2011 -NED