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I have been diagnosed with stage 4 melanoma affecting both lungs .I am in the middle of learning about possible treatments to slow things down and reduce symptoms in the future.
This was discovered as an incidental finding about 5 weeks ago.
I have no symptoms at present other than managing my emotions and getting my affairs in order.
I am sharing this with you on the blog and ask that we use this as a safe manageable platform to process this together without me being overwhelmed as I am learning to navigate this news.
I will read all posts and respond as well and promptly as I can. Please be patient.
Excited to play in public again after 3 pandemic years and looking forward to connecting as we share this part of our lives. (https://www.regattabarjazz.com/event/stanley-sagov-quintet-december-16-2023/)
Stan, stunned and saddened to hear this. I think many of us have reached the ages we are, in the good condition we are in, thanks to your years of care and attention. If there is anything, practical, supportive, whatever, I can do, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We’re thinking of, and pulling for, you.
Oh, Stanley, I am holding you close in my heart as you navigate these troubled waters. Praying for as much peace and that mysterious hope that surpasses all we can understand for you and yours.
Hi Stan,
I have wondered how you are and am so sorry to hear this!! Please keep me updated and if there’s anything that I can do, please let me know. I will try to attend your performance on the 16th!
Stan,
I am saddened to hear of your recent diagnosis. I remember first going to your office practice in 2003 hard to believe 20 yrs went quick as Dr Zucker is my general practitioner. You have such talent and opened up a wonderful medical office for the town of Arlington.
Enjoy your holidays and may peace be with you and your family.
Stanley when I first read your post I, like many I imagine, was stunned, still am. As one who prays daily, I will add your name to my prayers for a speedy and complete healing. When you are able, would you please send me your full Hebrew name? I send you my love and wishes for your healing.
Shimon Eliyahu Ben Yerachom ve Miryam Gittle Shragovich ,,thanks for your warm response
Stanley,
I am so saddened to hear this news. We will be at the concert. Much love.
Nate
Wishing the best for you and your family. You’ve meant a lot to me over the years of your first being my PCP and then just seeing around the office at FPG. Sending love and support. Don’t know what else to say. I’m kind of in shock. Thank you for keeping us in the loop.
Stanley, I am so very sorry to get this news. I am sending you my love and deepest wishes for your total recovery. I know that you are surrounded by the love of your family, friends and colleagues.
NOT FAIR! Symptom free, so go for it!!! Sending you love, prayers, telepathic healing chants and more.
I do believe in the placebo faith to heal. Midst all the world of possibilities, you will prevail.
Stanley, I am stunned, scared, and saddened. When I first moved to Massachusetts, you were in your one-man office on Mass Ave and I was lucky enough to find you. You and FPG have been in my life now for forty years and cared for my sons since their births thirty some years ago. When my son Josey took his life, FPG held me together. At Brookline High School, i taught both of your wonderful daughters. As you live these precious days, please know how loved and appreciated you are.
Sra. Herrington,
Es tan lindo verte aquí. Te recuerdo con mucho cariño y espero que tú y tu familia estéis bien.
Mucho amor,
Alexandra Sagov
Give no credit to Google Translater😝
Dear Stanley,
This is very sad news and I’m stunned. You are deeply loved and appreciated. I look forward d to seeing you and your group at the Regatta Bar in December. We’d better get tickets soon. Please keep us informed on your progress and treatment.
look forward to playing for you too
Dear Dr. Sagov, oh I cannot believe this and I can’t imagine what a shock this must have been to you! 🙁 I will keep you in my thoughts, always sending caring and love your way. I will forever be grateful to you for helping me through very difficult times and have always wished you well and will continue to do so. See you on 12/16.
I will be at Reg. Bar on Dec. 16
You know everything I could say here, so…
Much love, Stanley.
Much love, Elivia.
And to your girls and family…
Dearest Stanley – I am so sad to hear this difficult news. You were such an important part of my life for so many years, and such a source of strength and sanity in difficult times. I wish there were any way that I could repay that, and provide any of the same strengths for you. If there is ever anything that I can do to help, your wish would always be my command. All of my best thoughts and wishes are with you and your family. — Genevieve Jones
Stanley, please know that you have made all the difference in my family’s healthcare and many many life issues since we first started having babies 36 years ago. The Family Practice approach is what I recognize as “True Healthcare”. There is just no substitute.
You have been the gold standard for quality care thru so many stages of our lives…blessed be to you and yours, and know that you live on in my heart (and healthy mmune system!)
Sue Sheffler
Hi Stanley
We are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers. You have always been there for our family your love, patience and kindness always shines through. Your music is simply the best. Love Steve and Tricia Capuccio
I love you, Stanley.
We’re so sorry to hear, Stan, and send our best wishes (hopes) for the smoothest of sailing through this next chapter of life. We’ll see you at the Regattabar. Thanks for sharing your news
db
Hey my first mentor! Your amazing spirit and zest for life will get you through. I have faith. Reach out for anything. Kirsten
Stan, your wise counsel, sweet music to my ears over the years – in medicine, life and of course the wonder of your notes. Sending you light and love and a big fat hug -Kathe
Stan, I am sending you my love! Warm smiles and hugs! – Bari
Warmest wishes, Stanley. Please know that we’ll all be pulling for you. You mean so much to us all. Paul
I am so sorry to hear about this and would like to be helpful in any way. Please be in touch if you have the time and energy to do so. Warmest regards, Russ
Sending you an enormous hug! If at some point you’d like the distraction of conversations about some of the books we have recommended to one another, just let me know. (Also available if you’d be up for braving the weather to get out for a bike ride.)
Oh Stan, I am so sorry to hear this. I have always loved hearing your thoughts and perspectives on things and you helped me to consider different angles. I know your unique world view and big heart will serve you well here, but there are also so many of us happy to do whatever we can to support you.
thank you Andrea
Stanley – Like so many others am stunned by your news and adding you to my daily prayers. I am one of so many who feel blessed to have had your care, love, and healing help me be as healthy as I am today. World bless you and yours and I will be holding you in my hands and heart. All my love, Mallory
Thanks Mallory
Stan, this is very difficult news. You have been such a leader and presence throughout my entire career. May the absence of symptoms last long. I’ll be at the Regattabar.
Thanks Rachel..long have we travelled together
Stan – this news brought an ache to my soul. I’ve always thought of you as an inspiring renaissance man; a master of music, philosophy, medicine, teaching, mentorship, conversation, humor, love & friendship.
May all these gifts, along with the love of your family & friends, carry you with care. Will see you in December.
I love you too
I’m so sorry to hear this news. Sending love to you all.
what a turd sandwich. ugh. Love you brother and admire your renaissance way about this world bringing music, love and health with a smile wherever you go. Here with you. ~greg
lovely to remember our time doing the mission and even enjoying some things as well ;))
Hey Stanley. Thinking of you and your strong presence in all our extended and distributed family life. Wishing I could bring the entire London crew to the regatta bar to hear you play. Much love
got it…
Hi Stanley. I don’t know about using public blogs for private matters but since you opened the door, I’ll walk over the threshold. It’s been a long road since I first met you when you stared out in Cambridge. You’ve always counseled me well through these years even when initially I might have questioned your advice. You once told me that when people have to confront adversity, some fall apart while others gain strength dealing with their new, and perhaps unexpected challenges. I know where you fall.
I’ve always loved your music and always enjoyed listening to it, even though it wasn’t my genre (does that phrase sound familiar?). I won’t be in Cambridge for your show but I’d be there if I could. I have a poster on my wall that says “You don’t stop playing when you get old, you get old when you stop playing.” It gives me strength when I get frustrated and think about hanging it up. It reminds me to keep on truckin’ and to even better enjoy and appreciate what music has given me. It reminds me that it helped get me through all the various traumas life threw in my path. Keep playing Stan. I’m thinking of you.
Thanks for going public for me and with me..I will keep playing as long as ……
I’m sorry to hear that Stan.
I send love to you and all your family
Thanks Barry..des[ite time lapses ..and long distances..I always feel close to you too
Hi Stan,
We are very sad to hear these news. Please count on us for anything that we can help with.
Liliana and Eduardo
thanks so much and see you across our street soon
I celebrate you, Stan. Your courage, kindness, persistence & creativity have undergirded do many of our lives, including my 2 children. You weee the first external human to touch thrm @ birth. Ironic that it’s melanoma that also felled Oliver Sachs. I hope you can keep us posted @ let everybody around you know any needs & desires that need to be attended to.
Bessel.. let’s talk about how we might use my plight for good in teaching etc ..
thanks for tribute..maybe I can still even by be useful during this passage and even enjoy some of it.???
Hi Stan,
We are very sad of hearing these news. Please let us know if we can help in any ways.
Liliana and Eduardo
our friendly neighbor-ship is always welcome
We were very sad to hear of this, Stan. We are both pulling for you. Thank you for your care through the years, and creating the wonderful Family Practice group.
Stan, I was shocked to read your news. Scary to think you were no symptoms until….
You made such a big difference in my husband’s life and went above and beyond what a contemporary doctor might do. You were there each time as he went into surgery and in his last days. Thank you.
I do hold folks in healing prayer each night and I’ve added you to my list — wisdom for your medical team and healing for you from the treatment. Erica
I loved caring for him and your family
Stan- such terrible news. It was a such a privilege to learn from you and be around your bright and warm presence. Thinking of you.
I’m so sad to hear this news. You’ve been our neighbors since we moved to the US in 1984. Hearing your beautiful music coming through the windows is the soundtrack I’ve come to expect and look forward to especially when the open windows season is here. We are right behind you, literally so please tell us what you need. Thinking of you,
Eris and Shlomi
Iris I love what you said about listening to Stan’s music through the window. It never occurred to me! Love, Elivia
so you want me to turn it up?????!!!
Dear, dear Stanley, I am sad for you — this disruption in the path you were on in retirement, the many joys in your life and the creative impulse and energy that greeted you each day as music poured out of you becoming a generous gift to the world. I think of our conversation when we visited in September and the poems we shared, more poignant now and hopefully a small source of light on this journey. I’ve always felt that your music did what good poetry does — opens doors, minds, hearts and spirits, takes us to a place beyond reason, to a whole new consciousness….I wish you peace and a felt hope each day as you find your way on this new journey. Know you are not alone. I send love and blessing, blessing in the celtic roots part of my family, a circle of protection and care. I hold you and Elivia and your family in my heart and in my thoughts. I light a candle each night and hope you can feel its light and warmth. So grateful for your place in my life. Judy (I am trying to come east for your show).
I love to read all you said Judy. You and Stan have a unique kind of sharing with your love of poetry and poetry in his music. Elivia
Thanks Judy.. your appreciation for what we did together is welcome to cherish
I remember in 2006, when I had my second gut surgery. You just showed up in the changing room, at about 7 AM! You said you wanted to check out who was doing anesthesia. And indeed you did go and check and said I was in good hands. But I was already in good hands because I believe you came for the hug and the reassurance that I would be alive. I will show up for you in any way you want.
Love, Stuart
Dr. Sagov, I’m so very saddened to hear this news. Thank you for keeping me company at Tufts FMR events over the years, getting caught up in recalling South African tall tales with me, and sharing your joy-full, bootie-shakin’ music at the Regatta Bar and beyond. You’ve conveyed care and strength to so many; hope you are similarly held aloft by others now.
I am being very supported and your message is welcome
Hi Stanley,
Sad to hear this news, wishing you strength and keeping you in my thoughts!
Love,
Jesse
thanks Jesse..
Stan, I’m so sorry to hear this news. You’re an incredible mentor, friend, and teacher to so many, and I’ve always remained thankful for the wisdom you often shared with me during precepting sessions. I’m keeping you and your family close in my thoughts.
Sending lots of love and strength,
Rebekah
Thanks for warm support..
Stan,
My thoughts are with you and your family. You have always been an inspiration to me as a philosopher, musician, physician, teacher and mentor.
Brian H
Thank you Brian..hope to visit FPG soon to see you all in person too
Dearest Stan,
I have just received this shocking news from Bari Brodsky and I am sad you are facing this challenge. You, such a passionate life force will carry on and keep us informed about how we can support you. With love, Pattie Heyman
Stanley, You are the giver of truth to so many, effectively sharing of your strength and wisdom and your appreciation of the beauty in life. I hope to see you often as you marshal all of those. – Samuel
Stanley – So very sorry to hear this news. May the wisdom and caring that you share so readily with others be a source of strength to you as you focus on yourself and do whatever it takes to navigate through this.
Cliff
I’m so sad to hear this news. I’m hoping you stay symptom-free and upbeat (in every way) for a long time. May you have doctors as wonderful as you were to all of us. Keep making beautiful music.
Oh Stanley, so many loving, caring expressions of concern for you. This shows the enormous presence you have had in our large community. News of your turn of health is stunning, quaking through us, stirring a collective will to lift you high and mighty above the grip of nature, a force you have spent a lifetime striving to understand and always turn in our favor. I add my own prayers and thoughts for you and your family at this time. May your days going forward remain long and easy. Bobby Vilinsky
Thank you to everyone . I will have an important consultation next week and will report back after digesting all of that.
Your comments and interest are very moving and helpful .
Hi Dr. Stanley,
So sorry to hear your news. John and I will be there to cheer you on at the R Bar on the 16th. Stay strong and know we are praying for you.
I accept cheering and always love your contagious enthusiasm and brilliance and kindness
You have been such a meaningful influence in my life (as well as my wife’s and chlidren’s). Our discussions on the creative, social, and spiritual aspects of our music I will always remember and prize; as well as the magic coincidences and synchronicities that happen in your presence. I’ll find my The Complete ArtScroll Siddur as I listen to your music. Not to mention your continuing reflections on maintaining psychological and physical health.
We continue, John
P.S. Carolyn and I will be at your gig at the Regatta Bar on December 16, 2023.
I look forward to our continuing and meaningful loving connection too.
Stan – sending you love, hugs and healing wishes; may the music continue to guide you on your journey.
Stanley
I’ve been putting off writing to you since I learned of this dreadful news immediately after our email exchange this morning
Sitting down, fully processing this, and then trying to say something meaningful and appropriate feels very daunting. Each and every one of the previous posts/messages have expressed such beautiful and caring emotions that I don’t quite know what I can say that hasn’t already been said.
But I’ll try. When I broke the news to Raysa she was SO stunned and saddened. We haven’t spoken to Marcelo in a few days – he’s in grad school in London – but we’ll be speaking to him over the weekend and, of course, will let him know about this. You are the ONLY doctor he’s had on a regular basis in all of his 27 years and he will be deeply upset by this news.
As for myself and Raysa, you have been there -really “been there” for both of us and our son (Marcelo), whenever we needed a routine checkup, or an appointment about something more serious. And always with your wonderful sense of humor, incredible medical knowledge and expertise, and for me – always there to engage in an interesting political discussion. Your perspectives and values have always enlightened me and they were often ones that I wasn’t getting from reading the daily papers or any of the other materials I read on a regular basis.
I know you’ll make sure to get the very best treatment there is, and so I assume – and fervently hope – you’ll be around for quite some time. This crazy world so needs people like you, Stanley. Please take care.
Lots of love,
Ken, Raysa, and Marcelo
Hello Stan,
Wishing you comfort and recovery as you fight the good fight. I join my prayers with all of Congregation Eitz Chayim for you and your family. Hopefully Science and the best medical treatment will give you extended years and get you past the worst of this grievous diagnosis.
B’Shalom,
Harris
thanks for your warm response..
thanks Harris
Stan you are the warmest, kindest bundle of love and good energy. I owe SOOO much to the legacy of your practice and your life. Family Practice Group has provided me a rare pearl of a place to practice medicine in a way that feels authentic and personal, and some of my most kindred friendships have come from my relationships there. I am forever grateful for the tone you set, your bold attitudes, the courageous way you have lived your life and what a inspiringly kindred man you are to me and so many. I think this cancer is going to meet it’s match in you! Rooting for you to kick cancer’s ass and sending you all my strongest care and love.
thanks for your warmth ..I am not a committed “Ass kicker against this cancer ” and am more aspiring to live well and return the love and support you and others are giving me. I want to live in a peaceful , loving way while of course choosing therapeutic options that make sense to my quality of life on this stage of the journey we are all on. Keep on enjoying our connection Betsy and if that’s called fighting the cancer as well..I am on board.
Stanley, I’m stunned and saddened to have the exciting news of your upcoming concert followed so soon by news like this. I take comfort from knowing that no one is better prepared than you to be an “active patient” co-managing your care. I know you will give yourself the same superlative care you’ve given others.
The appreciation, admiration, and love that so many have expressed speak to the breadth and depth of your contribution to our lives. Over the years you’ve been one of the people I’ve listened to most closely and carefully, knowing how much I can learn from you, and parts of our conversations come back to me as if we were having them now. All the work and play we’ve shared are fondly embedded in my memories and my heart.
I’m here if there is any way I can help and support you as you meet this challenge. Meanwhile, I’m delighted that you’ve added a late show so that more of us can come out to see and hear you. Someone once observed that your late shows are especially intimate and free-flowing. Vicki and I will be there!
Archie
thanks for your warm response..I will call on you after I gather more information about my options to join me for conversation and maybe even some gustatory consumption to continue our significant listening to each other..I love you too and look forward to learning how to live with vibrancy and attention to what matters .
Stanley,
I’m so sorry and just wanted to say that you and your family are in my thoughts. You delivered me 38 years ago (!!) and have been a consistent presence in my and my family’s lives for all of these years. Wishing you all the positive things.
thanks for warm reminder …
Dearest Stanley, you have been an inspiration to me for more than 50 years. I will treasure you and our friendship over these many decades always. Thanks for sharing this very sad news. Thanks for who you are. Looking forward to seeing you at your concert. Here for you and your beautiful family always if I can help in any way. Sending you love, peace, and well wishes always. Love you. Cindi
Stanley,
Having just returned from Palo Alto, and reading my email for the first time in a week, this news is just a little disorienting. I am stunned, shocked, saddened by the news, yet hopeful that you will get through this stage and have many more years of pursuing those things that make you happiest. While I am unable to attend your concert on the 16th, I do hope to see you in the near future. Our thoughts and hopes are with you and your family. Let us know if there’s anything we can do.
Thanks for warm expression John.. I am in the midst of testing and weighing options towards that goal too.
Dear Stanley,
Alex let me know this news. I send you all my love, prayers and tears. We became part of each other’s families in some of my earliest formative years, and I still feel very deeply connected that way. I hope we get to zoom again or maybe even visit. Thank you so much for reaching out. It means a lot to me.
Love,
Daniel
we will reconnect soon by zoom after I get a few more tests done etc etc
Hi Stanley,
I am just reading about this news and wondering what has transpired since you first posted it. I hope you are on a path that feels right. You are in my heart. See you at the Regatta Bar. Pam
Hi again Stanley,
For some reason I have been thinking it’s already December. Now that I am oriented to November , I realize my last message didn’t really make sense. Except for the part about you being in my heart and seeing you soon in Harvard Square.
Oh my goodness, Stanley! It must mean something that I heard this news from Daniel who heard it from Alex. This intentional family thing is such a joyous one- perhaps an inappropriate word for news of this magnitude, but an expression of clarity and connection and mutual love and respect. As plans are being made, I hope a visit from Daniel and I might enhance the quality of both our families!
got it and loved our call
I hope you can feel the circle surrounding you, Stan. It is filled with courage, humor, wisdom and love. All the gifts you have given to others, now coming back to embrace you.
It continues to be an honor to work at The Sagov Center for Family Medicine (aka Family Practice Group) and your presence is felt there every day.
I love you Katy and it continues to be our honor to savor what we did all of our time together. We made it matter to us and to the mission to serve others. You inspired me and helped me so much .
Dear Stan, I am so sorry and saddened about your news. You were a doctor to me and my family for 40 years, and I wish you the best care and healing. Sending you and your family love, Beryl Minkle
Thanks for your good wishes..
Hi Stanley, so sorry to hear this news .Sending you big hugs from across the pond . Love and hugs from Genee
thanks..focussing on continuing to live vibrantly and so far can manage that a lot of the time ..
Hey Stanley. What a shit diagnosis!!! But as you know, the diagnosis isn’t the final sentence. I’m so touched by the love pouring out for you – you make and have made a real impact on the world. And yes, managing the emotions is the biggie. Standing here and holding for you. With much love to you and Elivia
Thanks we buddhists need to allow impermanence to be acceptable ;))??
Haha. It’s the most difficult thing of all. The 1st time I got teachings on impermanence I spent the entire session weeping…
Your gig sounds like it’ll be epic xxx
Dearest Stanley,
I was deeply moved reading your update. Your strength and openness are admirable. Stay strong. Your return to performing is exciting news.
With all my love,
Karina Eichenberg (Valdi’s daughter)
thanks for warm wishes and love to all in the family.. I want to live vibrantly and be present while I am and can 😉
Hey, Stanley, will see you on the 16th, something I’ve wanted to do for so, so long! Hope there is a prize for the person who travelled the farthest
Looking forward to playing for you
Hey, Stanley, will see you on the 16th, something I’ve wanted to do for so, so long! Hope there is a prize for the person who travelled the farthest. I looked it up and farthest is for physical distance and furthest for figurative distance. Both work here.
Hey, Stanley, will see you on the 16th, something I’ve wanted to do for so, so long! Hope there is a prize for the person who travelled the farthest. I looked it up and farthest is for physical distance and furthest for figurative distance. Both work here. Sending you courage to meet each day. Judy
Hey, Stanley, will see you on the 16th, something I’ve wanted to do for so, so long! Hope there is a prize for the person who travelled the farthest. I looked it up and farthest is for physical distance and furthest for figurative distance. Both work here. Sending you courage to meet and live each day. Judy
Sorry about duplication! Each time I went to submit I was told there was a “fatal error. “
Sorry about duplication! Each time I went to submit I was told there was a “critical error. “
Stan,
The music will see us through. Your wisdom, care and love illuminate the path forward.
So saddened to read your news Stan. What can one say but to let you know that we will be thinking of you, Elivia and all your family. May you continue to make beautiful music for ever. Sending you much love and wishing you strength, xxJanet and Norman
we will never forget our time together with Dunja and I always feel you and norman in my world
Stanley, David forwarded your message to me. So sorry to hear what you’re going through. I’m also sad that we hadn’t stayed in touch. I have so many poignant memories of times together. You’ll be glad to know that Neil’s legacy is being passed on by two sons who have become wonderful men. All my best to you and Elivia.
Love you Dr. Sagov, you are a true one-of-a-kind mensch! Looking fwd to attending your Regatta concert with Lucky Pru-ster.
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You removed skin cancer from my right forearm in 2014, and I thank you for your care. I hope that your doctors can bring you back to good health. Play on …
Oh Stanley, I am so sorry about your news! You were there for me in some of my toughest moments, always bringing steady light. I’m remembering our conversations about medical sociology and disability politics, and even earlier working with/for you and Mitch in Cambridge in 1990(?) Wishing you joy, connection, and peace in this time of your life.
glad we could lift each other up then and now
I was so sorry to read these news, Dr. Sagov. I tell my friends stories of your medical advice and your comments about medicine and life and your dual career as a musician and physician frequently, and I am sure I will for the rest of my life. Looking forward to hearing and seeing you on December 16 in Cambridge!
now I will have to practice??!!
Dear Dr. Sagov,
As many of your former patients, I have just read the news you were generous enough to share with us. Community is such an important part of facing this terrible challenge. I want to thank you for being such a kind, caring, and absolutely hilarious human and wonderful doctor to me the few times I needed care. I hope you do find solace in knowing you have deeply touched so many around you beyond your friends and family, not only as a doctor but also through your fabulous musical talent. I send you my very best jazzy and healing vibes and my fervent prayers for your well-being.
Hi Dr. Sagov,
Although our family members did not have you as a doctor, we admired your many talents and your commitment growing and sustaining the practice. We are thinking of you and your family at this time, and hope that you will continue to play music and bring joy and wisdom to people’s lives.
Take are,
Clifton and Maggie
Dear, dear Stanley,
What ironic news given the amount of time that you spent searching for melanoma on my skin! And the many procedures you did as part of my ‘incremental weight loss program!” Yes – your wonderful sense of humor and deep concern made yearly visits and periodic additional skin-checks with you such a pleasure. I have been so thankful for the support of all at FPG – where I always feel like a co-participant in my health care.
I hope you will benefit from the new immuno-therapies and continue to find meaning in the time remaining.
Kostia
Thanks Kostia..I loved caring for you too
Dear Stanley –
What monumental news. I wish you the best as you process this and seek the healing and sustenance which you have offered so countless many for so many years. I am so grateful to you for both music and medicine. I want to tell you that after what possibly may have been a slightest turbulence as the practice found its footing upon your departure, it seemed to have quickly stabilized and I feel it is providing solid, warm, attentive care from the moment the phone is answered through telehealth and in person appointments, follow-up etc. Your spirit and values is and are alive at the Sagov Center for Family Medicine. I hope that is a comfort to you. Play on, Dear Brother!
David
thanks David..I will play on as long as I can..
Stan, in my book you’re remain the greatest and dear friend. Looking forward to seeing you at the Jazz Fest.
Please know that it’s also devastating to others to others knowing what you’re going through. Wishing you the strength to carry forward.
Your friend,
Sandy
your relationship with me is part of the strength I need
Dr. Sagov, I’m sorry to hear the news but appreciated that you shared it. I’m sending good vibes your way. I am a patient of a wonderful member of FPG, but you treated me once or twice. I was grateful for your help, wisdom & the talk we had about music (I’m a musician, too). Wishing you a great show in the near term and strength ahead in the future.
Stanley,
I was your patient for 40 years, and I want to thank you for everything you and FPG did for me and my family. You have helped thousands of people! What an amazing and genuine life you have led, and continue to lead, trying to make a better world.
Thank you so much. Much hope in this next phase.
Do feel that you have to write back. I know, as the word goes out that you will get dozens of notes and inquires.
Rick and susan
I do feel I want to write back and thank you for our long genuine relationship
Dr. Sagov,
So sad to hear the news. Best of luck with all the medical care that you will be receiving.
Laura and I will be at the Regatta Bar to hear you play. Looking forward to it!
John Kusiak
thanks and look forward to playing for you too
Dr. Sagov, I am so sorry to hear this news. I hope you receive the warmth, quality, and deep humanity of care that my family and I have gotten from you and all of FPG for the past 30 years. I think of you often and always with affection and gratitude. Sending you lots of love and good wishes for the road ahead, wherever it may lead.
Daphne
got it and loved caring for you too
Dear Stanley,
I am so stunned and saddened by the news of your cancer. I hope that the support of all of your family, friends, former patients, etc… will give you courage in your fight vs. this demon within your body. Knowing you has changed my life, as I hope you know. I am very grateful for all the emotional support and physical care you gave me since your days at your practice in Cambridge. My thoughts and prayers will be ongoing from this day forth for the power of the earth and sky, nature and spirit to surround you and comfort you during this difficult time, to give you strength, raise you up and give you a calm within. Fred and I have tickets for your gig at the Regattabar and look forward to seeing you and sharing your inspirational music with you once again.
Love you,
Karen L. Grossman
see you soon and get your love and support
Dear Stan – when I think of the countless ways you have touched the lives of our whole family – generations of us – with caring, wisdom, courage, and love – it brings tears to my eyes (which doesn’t happen often).
I am holding you in my heart as you face what life brings. With love, Gail
thank you Gail
Stanley,
This is very distressing news to me. My prayer is that you will receive the wonderful compassionate care that we received from you. You have always been more than adoctor to us, you are a beloved family member.
honored and privileged to be seen that way
Stanley,
We are so sorry to hear this heartbreaking news. You have always been a pillar of strength, compassion and creativity in our Eitz Chayim community, the music world and your recent support for me and my recently published book was a shot in the arm I needed just then. (I wonder where that shot in the arm phrase framed so positively comes from). We plan to attend your concert and are sending you love and healing. Judy and Sam
thanks for being writing expressing and letting me know
Dear Stanley,
From the birth of my firstborn, Henrik, in 1980 to the care you provided after my 9/11 experience, you have been with us through so many journeys. I am so deeply saddened by your news and send you love, compassion and care. We are all circled around you. All love, Kathy
thanks for all that and I do feel supported
Stan
I too was stunned and saddened to read your note. You have been a wise source of strength from the time I first met you in that group house in Medford (later Newton), through the important support you provided when our beloved Neil died; to the extraordinary medical (and non-medical) care you have for me, for Jody, and for both Anna and Becca. You have been a friend, a mentor, a wise guide, and, of course, a terrific doctor. Our thoughts and prayers and love are with you.
Thanks David and love to you all
Dr Sagov,
You have always been Dr Sagov to me, a wonderful doctor. When you left the practice I didn’t feel I had a chance to thank you for the 40 years of so of care you gave me. You really listened and provided direction to the myriad of little problems that came my way. I hope you get a physician that hears and guides you through your melanoma that is a great as you are. All the very best to you!! I miss you and your jokes.
thanks and glad at least one person misses my Jokes
Stanley, I am so sad to hear your medical news, but glad to have the chance to write to you.
I remember what you told me a long time ago in 1995; you said as we age, our job is to somehow separate ourselves and our sense of dignity and self worth from our (increasingly) imperfect bodies; to not think that a problem with the body means the end of the self. I have tried to hold onto this insight, to struggle to integrate it. Stanley, we cherish the care you have given to us, from home births on, and we cherish the experiences we have shared with you, in health care, at demonstrations, in solidarity work, and in listening to your music, and your making music with your beloved musical co-conspiriters. We hope that as you find the path ahead, music and beloved relationships and the wisdom you have shared with so many of us will help along the way. I hadn’t gotten the notice of the Dec 16 concert before the FPG email, but we will be there on Dec 16.
looking forward to seeing you and playing for you.
I hope there are some good treatment options to slow things down…and maybe more. I join with all those wishing you the best. You’ve got quite a fan club.
Madge
I remember the old photo: you with your beard and glasses. I haven’t seen it in a long time but it brings back the early memories of Cambridge in the 1970’s. You were there for the first breath of both my children; Kaitlyn and Jesse. I cannot think of you not being here now. So all of us are channeling the love you gave us all these decades back to you so that you may heal, Hashem willing. Bless you and Keep you. Jeffrey and Ramelle
thanks to all of you for trusting me
Typing this, shocked. I have thought of you often, always with fondness, amusement, appreciation and gratitude for your place in my life and that of my family. Sending love to you and beaming you and Elivia courage and strength. And more to come…
thanks for you
Dear, dear Stanley,
I just tuned into your email/blog and feel sad to hear this sobering news. Your ability to articulate and live your vision of family medicine in the Boston area have always made you a force of nature and inspiration. I appreciate all that you have given to the profession, your wisdom, and for your joie de vivre. May you and your care team find all the resources and therpeutic agents to keep you active and whole in good spirits and able to enjoy this time. My father died of melanoma, shortly before these newer agents became available. Even then, he had significant time and the strength to live his life. May this new knowledge of your own mortality allow you additional gusto, and the sweetness of savoring love and the spice of life. With great resepect and admiration, Libby
thank you for your contagious and welcome warmth
Dear Cousin,
I am so sorry to hear this, and I am sorry to have been out of touch the past few months. You are a true spiritual adviser–and intellectual adviser and ethical adviser. To be out of touch is evidence of stumbling in all of these realms. If you’re up for talking in the future, I’m free every Friday morning at 7:30 a.m.
And any other time, too.
You’re voice is strong within me.
Love,
Michael
Stan, stunned is an understatement. I saw you barely a week before that incidental finding. You were in a physically euphoric state, single- handedly rendering a concert composed on your multiple studio instruments. What a joy to hear newly created music flowing from a deep seated source!
You and Elivia welcomed my family to Boston in the mid-1980s. Thank you for that. I’ll always remember your commitment to healthcare improvement and our efforts on CHISA (Committee for Health in South Africa) long before democracy abolished apartheid.
Your grace and purpose-focused existence are written on the colorful canvas of your life.
Live, love, & enjoy making music as long as you have breath keeping the march of time in check. Fondest regards and best wishes.
Glaudine
I love you and our important work to reduce oppression .We will get together soon and congratulations GRANDMA !!
Dear Stanley,
Our hearts and minds are with you now and onward. Your care and wisdom through all the time we were blessed to have you as our family doctor still lives in us. It is inspiring but unsurprising to read all the love and stories and gratitude in these notes to you. Sending love and wishes for as smooth a road as possible. Please enjoy all of our collective love and continue making music. Jenny Weaver and Bruce McKenna
Loved caring for you all and am warmed by our connection
Dear Stanley–I was so sorry to read your news. You and your life story are such an inspiration. I also am immensely grateful for the honest and thoughtful feedback you’ve given me these last few years. As I write these words I’m listening to the Lament Practice track you posted today. It’s wonderful and a gift to the world that you’ve been creating and sharing so much music since you retired. Frances and I will be at your show on the 16th. Sending you love.
I still want to be one of your readers going forward and still have my strong opinions etc etc..Looking forward to playing for you both..
Hi Stanley,
So sorry to hear this news, but glad you are still asymtomatic and that you have treatment options. You were my family’s doctor for decades and we think of you often!
Thanks for reaching out..I loved being connected to you all
Dear Stanley,
I could always count on you to give such stellar care and validate any concerns I had in my head about what would be going on when I would see you. You had such a matter-of-fact attitude for the minor issues I had over the years… And I was always right on target with what you would predict for recovery. You took an interest in my life beyond the ailment and shared your pursuits. It was an amazing god-send to have you as my physician for all these decades. Your gentle joyous soul continues to be an inspiration to me.
Much Love, Gayle
Thanks Gayle..you are a force of nature and creative brave inspiration to me and I loved being your doc
Dearest Stanley, I am both shocked and saddened to learn of your recent health news, as you have been an outstandingly significant person in my life. I have both enjoyed and profited by your intelligence, your humility, your emotional availability, and your relational presence. These lovely qualities of yours have informed my own presence in both my personal relations, as well as my professional work with others.
Sadly, I waited too long to purchase my tickets for your upcoming 7:30 performance and just learned that they are sold out.
Holding you in my heart
Barbara
I too have loved and appreciated our deep connection. Come to the second show or I will cancel everything ;))
Although I have a serious diagnosis I remain without symptoms at present and have wise and kind caretakers helping me to navigate this challenge..love you too
Dear Stanley,
I first met you at Lena Entin’s home birth. You were the very rare doctor who would do a home birth in the mid-1970s. It didn’t take Mark and me long to decide to come to FPG ourselves! Not only did you give our family outstanding health care, you opened my eyes to a much more participatory kind of health care. I have felt very privileged to be a patient at FPG, with Dr. Zucker carrying on the care you gave us. How poignant that you are facing melanoma after having seen Mark through his years with it. I am so very sorry to hear your news. I hope you will remain symptom-free as long as possible. I wish you wisdom as you balance treatment side effects vs length and quality of life. May music and poetry and all the love that surrounds you sustain and support you on this journey.
With love and gratitude,
Devon
Stanley, So sorry and sad about your medical development and its challenges. I hope and assume you have the best care possible, and that, as you say, you can live the rest of your life “in a peaceful, loving way.” Your indomitable spirit and love of life should help you on that path.
You have given so much to so many. I think you took care of me (and Judy) for about 45 years. Your care was wonderful and I am so grateful and blessed for it. Your way of caring for the whole person, body, mind and spirit, was exemplary. I so enjoyed our wide-ranging conversations about morals, medicine, politics, South Africa, and many other things. It was all part of your caring approach, your seeing me, your diagnostic genius.
You are in my heart.
and you and Judy are in my heart too…My love of life was fueled by knowing people like you
So sorry to hear this news. You have been so important to our family for over 40 years. Reading these comments shows the impact you have had on ours and so many lives. We’re thinking about you and sending love at this difficult time.
Love, Laurel and Howie
So far I still have my wits about me and getting wise kind advice and care as I am gathering information and making choices..Your love and support are really welcome
Dear Stanley,
I first met you when you I witnessed you deliver Lena Entin at home. Not many doctors (any besides you and Richard?) would do home births in the mid-1970s! It wasn’t long before Mark and I decided to come to FPG. You have given our family such outstanding care over all these years and introduced me to a much more participatory approach to my health care. I feel so privileged to have been cared for by you and now Dr. Zucker and the other staff of FPG.
It is poignant that you cared for Mark as he lived with melanoma for almost 5 years. I wish you wisdom as you balance the benefits and side effects of treatment against longevity and quality of life. May music and poetry and all the love that surrounds you support you on this journey.
With love and gratitude,
Devon
I too remember so many important connections with you and your family..Thank you for your good wishes and reminding me what mattered so much to us
Dear Stan, even a week after seeing the news about your bout with melanoma, I am in disbelief. You are such a force of nature that it does not seem possible for this to occur with you. You have treated me from my 30’s to my 70’s and helped me weather whatever health issues I have faced with honesty, humor, and sternness-when needed-but always with such humanity. You helped create at FPG a place where I felt I would receive compassionate care, and one that I always returned to each time I came back to Boston. I will be there at the RegattaBar on Dec 16,
Dick Lown
Look forward to playing for you and make sure I get to hug you on the night too..Your expression of our connection is precious to me
Dear Stanley,
My heart is breaking for you and your family. You have meant so much to me and my family over the years as you so generously offered us your compassion, humor, wisdom, poetry, and unmatched medical expertise. I miss you often and am so sad to hear about your diagnosis. This was to be your time to make music, enjoy your family, and experience the peace and contentment that you so deserve. I wish for you to receive the same expert and heartfelt caring and wisdom and love during this difficult time that you selflessly gave to others. My heart is with you.
Love,
Nancy Love
PS. Sorry I’m going to be out of town for your concert. Otherwise, I would be there.
I loved caring for you and your warm expression is very welcome and helpful. I am getting loving wise expert care and advice from my colleagues and caretakers as you wish for me
Dear Stan. You were recommended to me by the Boston Women’s Health Book Collective in 1980 as the best family practice physician in the area. They were not wrong. You helped to deliver two of my three children. My oldest child, Shondra, was born in Colorado where the care paled in comparison to the care my other two children, Jessie and Dylan, received in Massachusetts with you. Jessie was born at home in Cambridge under the care of you and midwife, Judy Luce. You played a brilliant song on our piano immediately after she was born to welcome her into the world. That was such a wonderful gift! Two years later, you helped to deliver Dylan at Mount Auburn Hospital, as home births were no longer an option in our state. You provided health care for all three of my children until their adulthood and eventual move out of state. And, because of you, Family Practice Group has been my continuous health care provider since 1980. You truly have shown what a life with meaning looks like. You have positively impacted the lives of so many, built an exceptional medical practice that simply cannot be replaced, and been a most authentic caring physician. For that, I am eternally grateful. Thanks for your amazing dedication, steady years of service, and beautiful inspirational music, literal and otherwise. With love and respect, Vicky Anderson : )
thank you for reminding me how important our relationship was and is..it is very helpful as I am navigating this stage of our lives
Dearest Dr. Stanley, I am sure you will handle this diagnosis with the grace, humor and intelligence you have applied to so many patients’ situations. I still remember fondly my long labor with daughter Jessica and you working on the NYT cross-word puzzle. You quipped – the baby better come out before I finish the puzzle. It still makes me smile. Much love, Connie
Connie you brought so much grace intelligence and resilienceto our relationship that I will be inspired yet again by your warm outreach
Dr. Sagov I was a medical student in your office about 20 years ago. I wanted to say how sorry I was to hear this news. I learned so much from you, I appreciate all that you taught me. I also love your music and your example of someone who does so much, so well. I, myself, was treated for cancer a few years ago and it is a hard thing to go through. I am wishing you all the best. Thank you again for all that you taught me and my fellow students.
Best, Sarah H. Reich (BU class of 2004)
thank you for reaching out and it helps me to get your validation and good wishes
Stan,
It has taken me awhile to absorb your stunning news. How could this be? This doctor/this man who I met 45 years ago when I was pregnant with my first child. You who supported my desire to have a home birth and deeply understood my hopes, values, visions. We had a real relationship where we influenced each other’s thinking. We were open and listened and shared. I have enormous gratitude for your caring for me and my baby daughter when she contracted meningitis. You saw us every day until it became clear that she had this dangerous infection. And then you kept the connection when she was in the hospital. Thank you for inviting this group to be there now for you. I cherish you and am part of the large community that will hold you with love and hope as you face this challenge. Beverly
I loved caring for all of you and felt your mutual caring and trust deep in my being
Dear Stanley,
You have been there for me and my family providing healing and inspiration. We are keeping you in our thoughts and sending love and comfort.
Baruch, Dana, Benjamin, and Jeremy
Thank you and your support and connection is important and so helpful to me
You’ve provided so many teaching moments for me in the consultation rooms of FPG. So why am I not surprised that your illness has become a teaching moment of its own, but on a broader scale?
Over the years, so many have found their way to you, Stan, from both inside and outside the health professions. Their numbers keep growing; so will their offspring. I see what it means to have a life well lived. And now I realize that its boundaries are permeable. Thank you.
Thank you It was and is a privilege to merit your trust and care for you
Dr. Sagov,
I, too, of course, am so sorry to hear this news. I hope you can get as good a care as you gave me over more than 40 years. I’m thinking of and pulling for you every day.
Please know too, that FPG continues to provide excellent care thanks to your longtime efforts and fine example of what a great primary care (or any) doctor should be.
No need to respond to me, just know I am grateful for having been your patient and am hoping for the best outcome for you.
Mark P
I do need to respond to you and thank you for our lovely relationship
Dear Stanley, I’m so sorry and I’m thinking of you and sending my best wishes as you navigate this is sudden and unexpected turn of events. I know you’ll continue to live life to the full whatever this part of your journey brings. Wishing you peace of mind and heart. Thanks for being there.
Stanley,
I’ve had you on my mind and I’ve been holding you close to my heart since hearing this challenging news. My wish is that your life going forward will be centered, content and as full of connection and joy as it has always been.
Looking forward to seeing you and hearing your fine music on the 16th
Larry
Stanley,
I join the community in expressing my sadness.
It’s just like you to turn this into a learning and teaching opportunity.
Love,
Mike Heichman
Dear Stan,
AMANDLA!
As someone who has had several close calls, a couple of which you played an important role in my survival, I feel just as helpless as everyone else, but if a donor lung is in the matrix of treatments, let us help heal you. Just tell us where to sign-up to be tested for a match. Of course non-smokers preferred!
I sense that you are not wasting your time of life worrying about time of death. That is good for all of us. You continue to make such a difference to so many people, whatever happens you will always be in our hearts.
David
Dear Stan,
My heart is broken hearing your news. Knowing your spunk, pluck and overall commitment in life, you will tackle this beast with aplomb. 40 years is a long time to be connected, and I want to thank you for those many years. You are one of those truly special people in the journey. And Tom’s too. I am sending much love your way. And…….
…….DAMN those incidentalomas!
Love,
Jan
Thanks for encourageing me Jan
I wish you whatever you need most — courage and the courage to sometimes weaken, comfort, joy in the love that surrounds you, and space for sorrow. Being your patient was a wonderful experience — I actually enjoyed my visits, knowing I would learn something interesting, have a stimulating conversation about conditions and treatments, and, of course, hear a few jokes. You truly embodied the root sense of doctor: doceō, to teach. And your unconventionally personal style of medical care was inspiring: how many doctors would prescribe a book to treat a condition? “The Noonday Demon” helped to change my life. And I will never forget you reciting “This Be the Verse” in its entirety. I count myself extremely fortunate to have known you and listened to *all* your voices.
An especially warm hug,
Nancy
Thanks Nancy I loved caring for you and peter too
Not only are you a brilliant physician and musician, but also a wonderful, warm, caring, witty, loving person. I loved having you as my doctor and friend. I love you and think of you often, and will send intense positive vibes your way Stanley. Judy Silverstein
right back atya
Dear Stan… I was stunned to hear the news of your illness, and I hope you will be able to move comfortably through whatever process you need to deal with it… I remember you from the 1980s, when we were both family physicians, working hard to establish that profession… you have always been a dynamic, resourceful guy… a twinkle in your eye… eager to help, interested in all facets of the doctor-patient encounter, an excellent teacher, and a dedicated physician… I’m in awe of your energy… and I admire how you’ve been able to continue your musical practice at the same time as your medical one… for sure, there’s a balance there, which helps keep you sane… All my best wishes and remembrances, and hopes for an easy course…
thanks Michael..we inspired each other
Stan -Like everyone else who has ever had the luck to be cared for by you I too was very saddened to hear the news. Best of luck and I will see you at the late show Saturday. Dave
PS – Any new jokes?
life has been so absurd lately it’s hard to find any jokes or satire???
I would always smile when I walked past the YMCA swim certificate hanging next to the medical diplomas on the wall at FPG. And the photo of you with a coffee cup that read, “trust me,I’m a doctor” next to your face, bandaged and smiling.I tell my friends, “come to FPG, we get eye contact! Compassion! Humor!”Now, with a tough diagnosis you still remind us to find the joy. We should all write our song everyday. See you at the Regatta Bar, dear Doctor, Nancy and Tom Pendergast
and we did
Stan – My heart goes out to you. I think of you often – our long talks in your office – such good memories. I don’t know if you realize how much you have enriched my life – thank you doesn’t quite do it.
Now it’s time for others to take care of you. I’m sending you healing thoughts and want you to know that I am there for you – whatever you need – it’s Stan time now!
So very sorry I was unable to attend your concert – came down with a virus. I’m sure it was amazing!
Can we meet for coffee/lunch sometime – my treat. Would love to see you.
Janet
Thanks for warm message..still in the throes of navigating this illness so will take a raincheck on meeting but stay tuned as will I
Stan,
You’re a great physician, an impressive raconteur and a real renaissance man.
Thank you for all the expert medical advice, treatment and reassurance over the
past thirty years.
thanks for warm outreach
Hi Stan,
I wanted to let you know that I tried to come to your show. I didn’t know that it was necessary to purchase tickets in advance and by the time I figured that out both shows had sold out. I called the hotel and the person that I spoke with told me that once the tickets were gone that was it; that you couldn’t purchase tickets at the door. I hope that I will have another opportunity to see you. I hope that you’re well and I wish you and your family a very happy holiday season! Fondly, Peggy
sorry to miss playing for you this time.. we almost always sell out quickly and even after 3 years of pandemic absence..we still have an audience.. happy hols to you too
Stan, I’m shocked to hear this news and saddened by its implications.
Not sure what word to use but know that I am thinking of you and livi!
Thanks for your response. You already know what this feels like as a family member and I appreciate the resonance this has for you too.
I hope your treatment isn’t too difficult Stan.
I’m sure you’re in good hands with both your medical team and your loving family
Thanks Barry.. your entry did work even though you get the error message..sometimes things turn out better than we think…??!!
Our family is thinking of you. Please respond to my email, as I’d like to discuss some things with you.
Thanks, Dan
thanks for helping me to connect to my asteroid.. glad we finally connected
Stan,
Tim and I have been thinking about you and have been in your community praying for you and your family.
We are so blessed to have crossed paths with you and partnered with you on our health journeys and many mishaps.
We hope that all the good you’ve put into the world is returning to you now, many times over. We love you!
With gratitude,
Diana
thanks for reaching out and wishing me well
LEE BRAUFMAN ASKS FOR A MOMENT OF YOUR TIME
Many years ago I developed a somewhat off beat relationship with food that haunts me to this very day
Some of natures offerings are special in a sense they contain magic powers they are nutrient dense to the max and work wonders when unleashed in the body
My knowledge came from Joel Fuhrman MD
I decided to share some of this with you Because in my personal experience what he suggested always proved extremely effective
Brad’s dad played tennis every day at 90 though a patient at Sloan Kettering
I understand you are no stranger to natural foods I decided to pass on what he considers “special” because you may not be aware of that refinement and under the circumstances it could prove beneficial
He promotes certain mushrooms (he refers to exotic mushrooms) he sells a package of Forest Mushroom Blend additionally
onions cruciferous vegetables (listed on line) and berries command a front row
greens nuts seeds avocados beans whole grains are the basic
I buy some juices (carrot pomegranate ) and flood my body with bok choy juice which I make on my Omega juicer
Fuhrman is often on PBS promoting what he calls his G BOMBS DIET
He has penned several books Eat To Live might appeal I just watched one of his videos explaining the chemistry of how a particular food fights cancer
There is not too much of quality out there when it comes to what we should eat french fries cheese burgers Haagen Daz don’t make the cut Julia Child’s addiction to butter was never questioned
I thought perhaps you might find something of interest in my message
GOOD LUCK You know where to find me
Thank you for sharing what you find helpful and reaching out to me
Hi Stanley. I have been thinking of you often lately. It was back in 1991 that I became a patient at FPG with you as my doc and I have been grateful ever since. My son is there now and in great care with the Team you have built over the decades. Your kindness, knowledge and wisdom have been a source of strength to me over the years. You also crossed paths with my wife’s family in Brookline, writing political support post cards, as well as with a dear friend of mine who is a percussionist. That your social network is so large is a testament to your spirit. May you continue to shine bright. With love and gratitude, Adam.
thanks for your warm acknowledgement
Stan,
I’m praying for you always, as I know you did for me.
Love always,
Kathy Williams
love to you and yours
Dear Stanley,
It’s been several months since your announcement, and I’m glad to have found your message in my semi-annual visit to facebook, while saddened by the news. Add my prayers, warm memories, gratitude, love, and care to the others in this chain. May you find peace in the turmoil and faith in the uncertainty as you navigate this new phase of life. May there be satisfaction knowing you’ve touched so many lives, and lived your dreams with passion and integrity. I’m glad to have been your friend in this life, and send a big virtual hug.
thanks for your warmth
Dear Stanley
I was thinking of you yesterday wondering what words of wisdom you might have about the solar eclipse.
I just scrolled through the messages that were left for you in March and saw that one I left was never posted. I don’t know what happened and I can’t imagine that I never hit the send button…but given how tech challenged I am, I suppose it’s possible I did leave out that one “small detail” or maybe I didn’t fill in the Name (required) box. But this time I’ll be sure to do both.
Naturally Raysa and I watched the clip of your most recent TV interview and we were so moved by it. As the younger generation would put it…you are one impressive dude in every imaginable way!
You were our doctor for such a long time. And it was always comforting to know that if need be, you would be there as one of our main pillars of emotional and medical support. And your legacy and leadership at Family Practice Group was such that even after you retired we knew that we would be in good hands no matter who we might make an appointment with. But to say that you are irreplaceable is one of the all-time understatements!
We so hope that your treatment continues to go well and that you’ll confound all of the experts and be around for a VERY long time. This world and all the people whose lives you have so deeply touched really need – and love you, Stanley.
Ken, Raysa, and Marcelo
thanks and love to you all
Hi, Stanley,
I thought you would like to know that Eric has been offered a home at a residential house in Belmont, very close to where we are. Since we are now 74 and 77, we are thrilled to have his future more secured. I want to thank you for your stewardship of Eric’s healthcare. Together we brought him to age 41 with only a mild case of hypertension. This is truly a family practice.
Madeline, Dale, Eric and Alex
lovely to hear and loved all we did together