About Alan Richards
Alan Richards is the author of My Cancer Journey, a first-person account of the decisions and uncertainties surrounding his prostate cancer experience.
His story begins with a diagnosis and a recommendation for surgery. Rather than accept every decision without questions, he sought to understand his options and continued to use medical professionals and testing while pursuing some unconventional approaches. His memoir also describes setbacks and the consequences of becoming complacent about monitoring.
One recurring image is a 1957 Chevy: understanding your body's gauges, asking what is happening under the hood, and taking an active role in your care.
What kind of book is this?
It is a personal story for readers who want to hear how one man handled difficult choices. It is not a prescription, proof of a treatment's effectiveness, or a claim of a medically established cure.
Cancer treatment decisions should be discussed with a qualified oncology care team. An individual experience cannot establish whether any treatment works for others.