Treasures in Darkness: A Doctor's Personal Journey Through Breast Cancer »

The treasures found by Dr. Anderson sparkle throughout this beautifully written account of her journey through the darkness of breast cancer. As a physician, Dr. Anderson writes with the expertise of her profession. But this is not only a doctor's story-it's the story of a woman who is also a wife, a daughter, a sister, an aunt-and a seeker of the treasure God had for her while she went through the darkness. This realistic portrayal of her experience describes both the emotional and physical assault of breast cancer. Yet she also shares how, as she relied on the Lord for her daily needs, she discovered true treasure in darkness.

Foreword     9
Acknowledgments     11
Introduction     15
When a Sibling Is Diagnosed: "Shereene"     23
The Denial: And How I Met "a Rock"     43
The Diagnosis: "No, Not Me!     57
The Biopsy and Treatment Plan: "Okay, Maybe Me"     75
Chemotherapy: "The Perfect Storm"     93
Mastectomy: "Okay, I Surrender"     109
Radiation Therapy: "It's Almost Over"     121
Recovery Phase: "Oh, No, Not Marie"     129
Reconstruction: "I'm a New Creation"     143
Healing Phase: "It's All about a Broken Leg"     149
Conclusion: Secrets and Treasures     165
Glossary     175
Afterword     181