Barbara's Story

Barbara's Story

Continuing to Thrive Despite Her Cancer Diagnosis

When Barbara Moose (Bobbi) had a chest X-ray in 2017 and heard she had stage IV lung cancer at 78 years old, she was shocked and scared. But her doctor, Deji Okuboye, DO, comforted her and moved quickly to set up all her follow up appointments, which helped her to feel less anxious.

Knowing the treatments she would receive likely would not cure her cancer, she started right away on a sugar-free, vegan diet with her son, Jeff, to help her live the longest and best life possible. Since the side effects of Bobbi’s treatment have been manageable she has been able to do things she always dreamed of, like visiting Bryce Canyon National Park in Utah and walking the 11-mile loop at Cades Cove in Tennessee with her family on her 79thbirthday.

“What a thrill to see the hoodoos of Bryce Canyon towering over me and to spend time with the people that make me happy,” said Bobbi. “This would not have been possible without the treatment I received from the special people at Catawba Valley Medical Center. The cancer treatment professionals there have become my friends and my family, making a very challenging experience the best it can be.”

Catawba Valley Medical Center offers a complete range of state-of-the-art services and a team approach to coordinate the best treatment options, access to prevention and early detection programs, cancer education and support services. There is ongoing monitoring and improvements in cancer care and an accredited cancer program provides quality care close to home.

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