Danger Cancers: I have recently been diagnosed with colon cancer

I have recently been diagnosed with colon cancer?
I am 30 years old, and they have found a tumor...long story. Anyway. I have been referred to Washington Hospital Center. My dad had colon cancer 3 years ago (believe my case is genetic) and I was wondering what is better...washington Hospital center of johns hopkins? I want to make the right choice.
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Hey, Ohh, I'm very sorry to hear. Um.. Sorry, but I'm not here to answer that, just telling you good luck. I'm from australia so yeah. -.-"
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From what I heard, Johns Hopkins is one of the best hospitals in the U.S. But, essentially, do what is most possible, and what you think is the best for you.
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First and foremost, I am very sorry to hear that & my prayers are with you. Secondly, I've never heard of WHC but I do know that Johns Hopkins is a wonderful hospital!
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I cant actually answer your question because im not in the states, but im 21 and fighting colon cancer for the second time. I know it sucks having it so young so if you need anyone to chat to, pls feel free to message me.
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Johns Hopkins is an excellent hospital. They are a teaching hospital & at the forefront of research. However, remember hosps assoc w/universities will have a group of physicians observing all of your procedures. You will have doctors learning how to perform procedures on you under the supervision of top doctors. You will receive excellent care, but you might feel a bit of a "fishbowl" experience or that you are a guinea pig. I don't know what type of hosp Washington Hospital Center is. Yes, you want the best medicine/technology has to offer. I've had many surgeries at teaching hospitals. However, the last surgery I had I just wanted to be a patient & not a case for someone to learn from (although in many "regular" hosps u'll have ppl who are also observing/learning). At the "regular" hosp, I got to just have my surgery & heal. That's plenty enough to deal with; ppl are still in & out of your room at all hours. I didn't want anyone who was not an expert poking & prodding me. If it were a little-known disease, I'd go for the university hospital due to the research factor; sometimes they'll have exp that regular hospitals won't. I've known many ppl who've had great success w/colon cancer at local hospitals. Colon cancer is something we know a lot about. They can remove the tumor & part of the intestines. Sometimes radiation &/or chemo are not necessary. Also, the atmosphere of the hosptial has a lot to do with recovery. Visit the floors you'd be on in both hosp, if possible. Sometimes smaller hospitals have great benefits. Speak w/patient advocates in both hospitals. Tell them your concerns & ask questions (write them all down beforehand). Research the doctors (& teams: anesthesiologist, assisting surgeon, oncologist, etc) for both centers. Go with the professionals whom you have the most confidence.
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Both fine hospitals, so don't worry about it...just be glad it was caught so early, you are very lucky indeed! Colon cancer is very easy to treat if caught early (easy for me to say, I know), they'll just resect the affected length of colon and sew the ends back together. Learn all you can from reliable sources, it makes the cancer less of an enemy and more of a neighbor you could do without! Best wishes
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I am here to say sorry for what happened to ya i would say genetics hope you get better!
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Well, my mother had colon cancer. My mother had surgery at John Hopkins. We were not too happy with the treatment and service there. I would try Washington Hospital. But then again, I would go by your situation. Do your research, but get on this fast. You cant play around with this. Best wishes to you.

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