Everett Van Dyke Sugarbaker

I remember not wanting to have look Dr. Sugarbaker in the eyes after learning of his son´s passing. How could Everett have saved my life from Metastatic Malignant Melanoma and yet his son passed from Melanoma. I had survivors guilt. He put his hand on my shoulder and said Dr. Jacobson we can´t be responsible for other people´s cancer. I felt it was so unfair that I was still alive and his son who was following in his footsteps passed away. He said cancer doesn´t care who we are. There...

Another extra year to remember this great, compassionate topflight person and doctor. I only expected one year, then five years had passed. I asked Dr Sugarbaker what I should do, he said most doctors go back to treating people. So, I did. August 17th marked an extra 30 years.

Great man, he teach me the love forn surgery,

Dr. Sugarbaker saved my wife's life, and my family has him to thank for it. It is unfortunate that he passed from the same malady, as did his son. May his legacy live on forever.

An extra 27 years added to my life thanks to this great man and surgeon.

I'm still here 25 years later (Metastatic Melanoma with an Unknown Primary a 1 year 10% survival rate). I will never forget Dr Sugarbaker. I frequently use quotes and stories of his, for my patient's and family.

fue una persona que siempre recordare, cuando fundo junto a mi madre el proyecto para operar niños en colombia

So many fond memories of you, Dr Sugarbaker. It was an honor to have worked with you and serve as your 1st P.A. I still remember all the classical CDs during surgery & when we were closing it was time for Roy Orbison.. The knowledge and work ethics you instilled in me, carries over to my hospice patients I see on a daily basis. You blessed so many lives. I know you are resting in a very special place. You are missed.

Dr. Sugarbaker saved my life in 1992. I was pregnant with my first child and was diagnosed with malignant melanoma on my right leg. I was very nervous & frightened, but he made me feel at ease with his kindness and understanding. He really cared about each of his patients. He is truly missed.