Ron Has Cancer

Dear Fans,

I have been diagnosed with a very rare and aggressive form of cancer. I have been fortunate to be accepted for treatment at MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, TX. You can follow my progress on my Facebook Page or on Youtube under "Ron Shock: The Cancer Chronicles" (I start with Part I and progress from there.)

Due to the rarity of this cancer, most oncologists have never seen a case. Therefore, Rhonda and I felt that the best place for me to be was at MD Anderson, as it is among the best, if not the best Cancer Centers in the United States.

I have an exploratory assessment procedure on January 10th and from there it will be determined if surgery is an option. In the best case scenario, my treatment will require radical surgery, followed by radiation and chemo (the unholy trinity).

Please keep Rhonda, my kids and me in your thoughts and prayers as you find it appropriate. We are humbled and grateful for the donations you have made to help us afford this treatment and I will try not to let you down. It is my hope that I will, once again, walk on a stage and blow the room away.

Your friend and storyteller,
Ron Shock