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Rushed to a local emergency room, Gus was diagnosed
TGH Cancer Institute’s living in North Palm with a glioblastoma — a common, complex, and often
Beach. “His treatment
Novel Treatment Prolongs is exceptional, and he treatment-resistant and deadly type of brain cancer. Ninety
percent of his tumor was removed through surgery in Miami.
is accessible whenever
Brain Cancer Patient’s Life we need him. He takes Gus began seeing Dr. Chowdhary for chemo and
our calls after hours and radiation treatment at another hospital in Palm Beach
Constantinos “Gus” Kontodaskalakis and his wife, we’re able to text him County. Impressed with Dr. Chowdhary’s compassionate
Gorgonia, are proud of their Greek heritage. They strongly with any questions or and comprehensive care, Gus followed the neuro-oncologist
believe their extended Greek family’s constant love and concerns 24/7.” when he moved to the TGH Cancer Institute in 2023.
support is half the reason that Gus has survived the deadly Gus’ cancer journey Telemedicine appointments enabled Dr. Chowdhary
brain cancer he was diagnosed with in 2021. be ga n fol l owi ng to continue to monitor Gus’ progress from his Tampa
The other half they credit to the doctor-patient relationship a family road trip to office. Meanwhile, Dr. Chowdhary collaborated with Palm
they have with Dr. Sajeel Chowdhary, a neuro-oncologist with Canada in 2021. After Georgia and Gus Kontodaskalakis Beach County medical oncologist Dr. Sujal Shah, at TGH
Tampa General Hospital (TGH) Cancer Institute. A nationally arriving back home in Cancer Institute Cancer Center of South Florida (CCSF), to
recognized clinical investigator, Dr. Chowdhary was recently Florida, he experienced a painful pressure in his head that implement a long-range treatment approach using the drug
appointed the medical director of neuro-oncology at the institute. quickly became a seizure. “My entire left side felt like it was Avastin. This strategy has helped Gus survive his brain cancer
“I truly believe if it wasn’t for Dr. Chowdhary, I wouldn’t pulsing,” he remembered. “I was scared I was going to lose for nearly three years.
be here today,” said Gus, a retired Pratt & Whitney engineer my heart!” “Normally, Avastin therapy is discontinued after a year,”
said Dr. Chowdhary. “Because TGH fosters an atmosphere
The Singles Scene July 2024 of collaboration and innovation, we’ve been able to keep Gus
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on the drug long term. It’s helped prolong his life.”
According to the National Brain Tumor Society (NBTS),
By Kelly Leary, M.S. & Miranda Capparelli a shallow and inefficient way of finding true love. It makes us the average length of survival for glioblastoma patients is
The Official Summer Dating sad, but we are thrilled to be the solution to the wreckage forged eight months. “Less than 10 percent of glioblastoma patients
survive as long as Gus has,” noted Dr. Chowdhary.
by digital dating.
Report 4. Tradition is Essential. In our office, old-school dating The NBTS states that around 12,000 glioblastoma cases are
Avastin starves a tumor of the blood it needs to survive.
methods have re-emerged in a refreshing manner. People are diagnosed each year in the United States. Dr. Chowdhary noted
“And the men who hold high places getting to know each other better before making harsh, false that it is the same cancer that claimed the lives of President
Must be the ones who start judgments or jumping into the wrong relationship too quickly
To mold a new reality (love bombing). A first date through us is not an interview. Joe Biden’s son, Beau, and Senator Edward Kennedy. Since
Closer to the heart”~~RUSH, Circa 1977 We do the interviewing for all of you. Our client’s job is to glioblastoma recurrence is common, Dr. Chowdhary said that
go on a date to have fun. That’s it. Simple. Make dating fun as an academic health system that normally handles complex
Happy 4th of July to all of again—with our help! patient care, TGH has access to other cutting-edge treatments
our clients, couples, and that can benefit Gus if his cancer returns.
friends. We are not surprised 5. The Non-Negotiables. You do have to make a change and
that our phones continue give yourself permission to be vulnerable. There is no way As an expert in the field of neuro-oncology, with an
to ring off the hook in the around it–unless you want to be alone for life. There are no impressive academic track record, Dr. Chowdhary has played
heat of summer. Confidential dating hacks (other than hiring a “real” matchmaker). There a vital role in guiding more than 30 clinical trials focused on
applications pour in with the is no insurance policy on love per se. You can, however, date glioblastoma and other brain cancers.
same zeal as September and smart while positioning yourself to meet authentic people via With his cancer in remission, Gus is grateful for the care
October (in preparation for private introductions from connected matchmakers. Meeting
holiday coupling). The human new people through mutual contacts is the way to go--and this is he’s received. Although his treatment can be taxing, he is
condition and mood is quite how our clients feel. Just like meeting their new date through a making the most of each day. He likes to stay active, taking
sensitive lately, whether you friend. Friendships form quickly here and it starts with one fifteen regular walks and tending to his flower garden.
are aware of it or not. Society minute phone call. Essentially, working with a matchmaker is how “We take every day as a blessing,” said Gorgonia. “I tell
yearns for extra light and to stay emotionally, fiscally, and physically secure. my husband that I’m glad he’s here.”
happiness which we are here
to serve to all who cross our path in or out of our office. 6. The Takeaway. If you or someone you know has fallen victim Since 2020, TGH has been creating a framework of state-
to the surface-level digital dating dilemma, we cannot fault you. of-the-art services for patients in Palm Beach and Martin
To add to the drive for better vibes and higher vibrations, online This is where many dating problems begin and end. We advise counties, with the expertise and innovation of a preeminent
dating is taking an even deeper nose dive with each passing month you to get real—live and date in real life. Love offline because it’s academic health system. For more information, visit TGH.
in 2024. The statistics are noteworthy. Quality singles looking for time and life is moving quickly. Be confident, smart, and carry on org/ThePalmBeaches.
a true connection are no longer interested in being matched by an with passion this summer. Every pot has a lid. Stop overthinking
algorithm on a risky dating site. That would be like buying your and make your move halfway through the year and end the year
wedding dress at a flea market or finding your financial advisor under the mistletoe. This July, we have some exclusive specials
on the dark web. You can’t trust what you read online and we that will only be available to our loyal readers and their friends.
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Read on to validate your own movement today. We look for In times of doubt, create more love. We wish you tons of
certain traits in our clients. After three decades of experience happiness this July and for the last six months of the year.
filtering and screening our applicants, we have gotten MUCH May the force of love be with you.
PICKIER as to who we will represent. Thank us later. If the
following points resonate with you, you know what to do next. As XOXO,
always, if you are TAKEN, do share this fun news with your single The Double Win Matchmakers, Kelly & Miranda
family and friends! We thank you for your love and loyalty to us.
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