“My memory wasn’t too good after surgery. I only remember her name was Ashley. I’d tell my wife, ‘I’m fine; Ashley the angel is taking care of me.”

James Hardin

Prostate Cancer

“I put my life in their hands to cut me open and perform the surgery. I was always confident and feel blessed to have had the care and treatment I received.”

Kelvin Whitfield

Prostate Cancer

“When I believe in something, I have to spread the word. I tell everyone I meet: if you’ve got prostate cancer, go see Dr. Wallen at UNC. But don’t take my word for it. Go and talk to him and the staff and see for yourself.”

Kenneth Harris

Prostate Cancer

“We got the results the next morning when I was told they believed it was kidney cancer. I met with a surgeon in the Washington, DC area, but explained that I wanted a second opinion. And I knew exactly where I wanted to go: Chapel Hill.”

Lanier Swann

Kidney Cancer

Roland advises newly diagnosed patients “to talk with as many people as you possibly can to learn as much as you can about your disease. Share your story and above all, have a positive attitude.”

Lewis Roland

Prostate Cancer

Of his cancer experience he states, “You’re not there by yourself. It’s a world of people who have cancer.” He recommends that newly diagnosed patients “look for an experienced doctor. I’ve had a good experience with UNC.”

Michael Taylor

Kidney Cancer

“I was up and walking that first day,” Mike says. “And I had a great experience with the hospital staff. I was impressed with the humanity and care they showed me.”

Mike Creed

Prostate Cancer

“When I visited with Dr. Wallen, he educated me about prostate cancer and gave me hope. He told me about a clinical trial for which I might qualify. I prayed about it and asked for God’s guidance.”

Robert Johnson

Prostate Cancer