At 57 years old, Gogs was only a few years into his retirement when he was diagnosed with prostate cancer. In great shape and with no symptoms, the idea that he had cancer came as a complete shock. To help cope with the experience, Gogs turned to research and writing, finding the process therapeutic. So much so that he wrote a book sharing intimate details of his diagnosis, treatment, and recovery, with lessons learned along the way.
is distributed free Canada-wide in the Reef Knot Kit by Prostate Cancer Foundation Canada. It is a candid and well-researched guide for those facing prostate cancer, their partners, and medical professionals. It has been adopted in clinics worldwide, including in North and South America, Europe and Australia. And it has earned the endorsement of Dr. Tom Pickles, one of Canada’s most distinguished radiotherapists treating prostate cancer. Other experts in the field who have recommended his book include Dr. Stacy Loeb, a Urologist and Radio Host in the US, and Prof. Hendrik Van Poppel, an Oncologic Urologist in Belgium.
Richard Wassersug is a researcher in psycho-oncology and a prostate cancer patient who wrote one of the two forewords in the book, “It is the best book on prostate cancer I have read so far. It is medically accurate, well-written, and insightful while maintaining a positive perspective.”
“Most men diagnosed with prostate cancer deal with it as best they can,” says David R. Conn, Library Journal reviewer and prostate cancer survivor. “They inform their families and rapidly learn about the disease. They take stock and do a bit of soul-searching, consult doctors and choose medical treatment. Gogs did all that and more.”
CONNECT WITH GOGS
An article by Gogs was published in Coping Magazine, telling the full story of how he came to write the book. Those interested in following Gogs’ work can check out his blog, subscribe to his YouTube channel, and connect with him on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram and TikTok.
Gogs’ book is available on Amazon and many other online bookstores in paperback, hardcover and electronic formats, with an audio version coming soon. Or please visit your local bookstore or library to ask for a copy.
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