Hello G! I too am a 'noid.' I am also getting use to calling myself 'a noid.' I was diagnosed a year ago. Like you, I will be going to an appointment on the 24th for consultation. This is a big step for me. For a year, I fooled myself into thinking I could deal with this with alternative treatments. My tumor was in the opening of the small intestines. I know the 'little boogers' are hiding out somewhere doing their thing because I am experiencing some of the symptoms of carcinoid syndrome. I'm hearing some really good things about the group in Kenner. Like you, I am trying to prepare and gather questions. If others out there have advice for 'first timers'... please send the suggestions onward!