TRUSTEES in alphabetical order
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John Copsey, Chairman I was diagnosed with prostate cancer late 2014. I joined the group early 2015 to talk to other men and help me decide on which treatment to have. I found this very useful. I had a radical robotic prostatectomy in May 2015. Now fit and well and chairman of the group. |
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Val Copsey, Trustee , PCP Co-ordinator I came along with John as a supporting partner. The group is a very valuable source of help and support for the partners of the men with prostate cancer. I was appointed as a trustee in March 2017 and this year, 2018, I have taken over the co-ordination of the Partners group from Penny. For anything to do with the Prostate Cancer Partner group activities, ring me on 07703 477391 and see the Partners page. |
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Pete Evans, Trustee I was diagnosed with prostate cancer in 2009 at age 58. Shortly after diagnosis I went into full urinary retention, was catheterised for six months and had a TURP which ended the retention. I self referred to the Royal Marsden where I have been on active surveillance. This entails quarterly visits and regular MRIs, CT scans and biopsies. The Prostate Cancer Support group is a place where I can talk openly about my health concerns, get support from others in similar situations and find out about the various treatments available. |
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Eddie Hall, Trustee Diagnosed in 2013 and treated with radiotherapy and hormones. |
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Peter Kinsman, Trustee My PSA was first measured at 2.7 in May 2004 following a Wellman clinic. Over the years it rose to a maximum of 9.5 in June 2013. Initially, the rate of rise was not considered worrying, but a new GP insisted that further investigation was required. As a result, I had a Robot Assisted Radical Prostatectomy in November 2014, since when I have even survived the zip wire at the Eden Project. |
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Barry Le Feuvre, Trustee Diagnosed in March 2015, I had a Radical Robotic Laprascopic Prostectomy in August 2015. I am proud to be a trustee of this group providing help and support to other men and their families going through a similar experience. |
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Joe Metcalfe, Trustee It was no surprise to me to be diagnosed with prostate cancer in 2014 at the age of 68, as that was the same age that my Father died of it. With the help of a robot, the majority of the prostate was removed in 2014. Now, in 2018, as my PSA level is rising, I’m scheduled to have salvage radiotherapy to clear the small amount of tumour remaining. I’ve had an artificial urinary sphincter fitted as the stress incontinence following surgery persisted and may worsen following radiotherapy. As you progress along the course of dealing with this cancer you clutch for information about outcomes and what to expect next. My experience is that the group contains people who have been through all the varieties of experience and are happy to share that. Equally important is the raising awareness and I find it rewarding to be part of a group dedicated to that.
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Rob Morse, Trustee |
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Lucinda Poulton, Lead Uro-Oncology Nurse Specialist Urology Department Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Lucinda is our liaison with the team of Urology and Oncology consultants working for the Gloucestershire NHS Trust. She is a founder member of the group and often attends our monthly meetings.
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Howard Peacey - Treasurer I was diagnosed with prostate cancer in December 2015, three months after retiring (geart!). I was treated with 37 sessions of radiotherapy and 2 years of hormone injections. I became aware of CPCSG through Maggie's, where I was going for hormone therapy side effect support. I became actively involved in the group, and was amazed at all of the important information they had which didn't appear to be available elsewhere. I subsequently became the CPCSG treasurer in 2019. |
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