Author Topic: Dr. Aziz and Dr. Chen in Pittsburgh  (Read 2461 times)

Dan51

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Dr. Aziz and Dr. Chen in Pittsburgh
« on: June 14, 2012, 06:29:57 am »
Hello, I recently was diagnosed with 3cm X 2.5cm tumor that may or may not be an AN. Yesterday, my wife and I traveled to Allegheny General for consultations wit Dr. Aziz and Dr. Chen. Both men spent ample time explaining my situation and options. Surgery appears to be the only viable option ( a  Retrosigmoid craniotomy) From my MRI, Dr Chen believes my tumor is not an AN but is slightly inferior on the base of the brain (Meningioma, schwannoma ?). My wife and I were impressed with both Dr Aziz and Dr. Chen. I would greatly appreciated any members with experience or information that may help me.

Slab

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Re: Dr. Aziz and Dr. Chen in Pittsburgh
« Reply #1 on: November 15, 2012, 03:17:02 pm »
Just checking to see how your tumor has progressed. Did you end up going with Chen and Aziz? Happy with results?
10/30/2012 - MRI reveals 3.5 cm AN on left side 
conversation level hearing down to 20%, facial tingling/numbness around lips/nose, occasional loss of balance, and tinnitus
12/3/2012- 12 hr. Translab at Allegheny General in Pittsburgh, PA- Drs. Chen and Aziz, comp. tumor removal, facial nerve saved