Gavin vs. Joe Bully: First-of-its-kind laser surgery shrinks tumor by more than 40 percent
A recent MRI scan showed 8-year-old Gavin Pierson's formerly peach-sized tumor has shrunk significantly.
Neurosurgery
Tech Spotlight: A look at Visualase, a minimally invasive laser surgery system
Visualase has been the Kryptonite to Gavin Pierson’s tumor since he became the first person with a mature teratoma brain tumor to undergo the procedure.
Gavin’s story: An update by Nicole Pierson
As we approach Gavin’s 17th surgery, we do so with sadness, hope, determination and caution