Author Description

" 'When a doctor looks you in the eye and tells you a malignant tumor is growing in your brain, your world instantly changes.' Mindy Elwell shows how, from initial diagnosis through treatment planning and post-surgical recovery. She is a sage guide, an endearing new friend, one willing to shed light on what to expect throughout your journey, knowing first hand the importance of this battle against a deadly disease, and the long road toward regaining some semblance of normalcy in your life. 'Defy & Conquer' includes: MRI analyses; surgical notes for needle biopsy and tumor removal procedures, both utilizing state-of-the-art intra-operative brain mapping; pathology reports; educational contributions from a renowned tumor researcher; and a comprehensive overview, tips, food choices, menus and guidelines for the Ketogenic Diet, all from her professional team at the world-renowned Barrow Neurological Institute in Phoenix, Arizona."--Jacket.