Some patients may have noticed the book, Stage IV to Center Stage by Denise DeSimone in the waiting room at Elemental Medicine. The book details the journey of healing and self-knowledge undertaken by Denise after she learns that the lump on her neck is a stage IV squamous cell carcinoma that could kill her within months without treatment. Dr. Savastio considers her story to contain the essential message of growth and healing that cancer can announce for those who are ready to listen. Rather than fight as aggressively as possible, as is usually recommended by doctors, friends and family, Denise found another way that brought about profound and joyful changes. After 19 years of being cancer-free, Denise is one of those who can truly say that her cancer was a gift unlike any other.
Dr. Savastio played a role in her unfolding story and is featured in the new documentary of the same name as her book. We humbly invite you to check out the grand opening of the film in Newburyport on April 4th, 2020. Ticket info can be found at: https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/4525901
Hope to see you there!
