Adam Plescia

multiple myeloma coach since 2021

I was diagnosed with multiple myeloma in October 2021 at age 48. It was found through routine (annual physical) blood tests. I wasn't experiencing symptoms and at the same time was in the best physical shape in my life. It was a profound shock to learn I had cancer, and given the relative rarity and complexity of myeloma, it was especially hard to make sense of the new reality. I was fortunate to have knowledgeable friends who insisted I seek treatment in a major academic cancer center and find a myeloma specialist, which I did. I am grateful to the many people who have supported me in every way (physically, emotionally, and spiritually). I am eager to share my knowledge and experience of this disease with others dealing with myeloma in any way possible. I completed the induction treatment, VRD, then a Stem Cell Transplant in April of 2022. I am currently on Revlemid + Daratumabab maintenance. I've been in a remission since the transplant. Of course I wanted a complete remission and to be MRD negative, but this is not how things have gone. I am happy that the genetic testing results say that I am not high risk and likewise I'm pleased that the disease has remained stable and at a very low level. I continue to work full time and I am very active. My wife Sara and I ski and kiteboard as much as possible. Even a little bit of surfing when it's not windy! She has been by support and caregiver though all this. We do not have kids except the furry kind (a standard poodle). Feel free to contact me in whatever way you prefer: phone, email or text. If I don't answer immediately, I will get back to you as soon as possible (within 24 for sure!).

Rick Miller

multiple myeloma coach since 2025

I was diagnosed with IgD multiple myeloma on April 11 2022 at the age of 58. Mine was caught via CT scan because of the extreme pain in my chest and back. I was hospitalized with kidney failure due to hypercalcemia 3 weeks later. While hospitalized they realized that my bones were so degraded that I needed rods put in each femor and 16 screws in my hips and pelvis to prevent them from breaking. I recieved Valcade, Darselex, dex, a stem cell transplant, Revlimid, pomalidomide, Kyprolis, Cytoxan and Car-T cell treatment with Carvykti. My stem cell transplant took place in August of 2022 and it lasted 18 months. I received several of the therapies listed above until I received Carvykti in August of 2024 and was MRD negative at 10^-6 through Adaptive Biotechnologies by October of 2024. I am feeling great, cancer free and not on any maintenance. I also had Ulcerative Colitis when I was diagnosed and one of the side effects of the stem cell transplant was that I was cured of that disease.

patrick gorman

multiple myeloma coach since 2025

Myeloma comes as something of a shock to all of us. Having someone to talk with who isn't emotionally attached to would have helped me; I've been there and can provide a listening ear and encouraging voice. I've been married 48 years, with 2 children and 2 grandchildren, all of whom I'm grateful to be part of. I'm retired military, and a retired scientist and engineer. I retired when diagnosed with smouldering myeloma in 2014. I enjoy backpacking, volunteering, teaching, mentoring and missionary work. I was diagnosed with myeloma in 2024 with follow-on radiation, chemo, and bone marrow transplant (ASCT). I'm recovering this year, and learning to be more patient. Working with others helps me learn more and feel like I'm contributing; I look forward to hearing from you; please text or message me, as you wish, and we'll decide how best to communicate.