Carla Cancel

I was diagnosed with osteosarcoma, a cancerous tumor affecting bone and soft tissues. It was a twist of fate! A dog bit me during my regular afternoon run and treatment for those wounds led to discovery of the disease which if left untreated could have been life threatening. Doctors quickly began battling the cancer, the fact remained that the tumor had to be removed. Innovative surgeons used human tissue to replace the bone that I lost with the removal of the tumor, preventing amputation of my leg. I enjoy athletic activities including horseback riding, working out at the gym, boating and belly dancing. I’ve made a full recovery and I’m cancer free.