World Head and Neck Cancer Day

Geoff’s journey with Guy’s Cancer began in May 2018 with 7 cycles of chemotherapy and 35 cycles of radiotherapy over a period of 7 weeks. The gruelling treatment left Geoff barely able to speak and eventually he couldn’t eat or swallow meaning he had to be fed via a tube.

Geoff joined a clinical trial alongside his treatment plan and was assigned a Clinical Nurse Specialist, Sarah.

Since finishing his treatment with Guy’s Cancer, Geoff has been making the most of every moment he has – using his time to travel with his wife, stay healthy and raising vital funds for Guy’s Cancer Charity and awareness of head and neck cancers.

Over the years, Geoff has travelled the UK by land, air and sea to participate in events. Geoff’s dedication has led him to complete dozens of challenges – from walking and climbing to abseiling and hang gliding – to help ensure others receive the very latest personalised care, just like he did, when they need it most.

“I now think of Guy’s Cancer as my extended family. Dr Teresa was just incredible and I don’t know what I would have done without the clinical nurse specialist Sarah. The rest of the team are the unsung heroes; the radiologists, the speech and language therapists, the dieticians, the physio, everybody has been absolutely fantastic. I can’t say thank you enough.”