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Next Big Step: Surgery Scheduled for January 9 at MD Anderson

In support of
Alexis Mirakian

Dear friends and family,

We have some big updates to share as Alexis prepares for the next step in her fight against non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC).

Alexis will undergo a lobectomy to remove the middle lobe of her right lung this Friday, January 9, at MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston. She'll be in the expert hands of Dr. Mara Antonoff, one of MDA’s highly regarded thoracic surgeons. We're incredibly grateful to have such an experienced and compassionate expert guiding this procedure.

Tomorrow, Wednesday, January 7, marks the start of pre-surgery procedures, including PET and CT scans, an MRI, bloodwork, and final consultations to make sure everything is ready to go. Chris, along with Alexis’s parents, Rich and Patty, will be traveling with her to Houston to provide their love and support every step of the way.

The surgery will remove the largest of Alexis's tumors. Recovery afterward will take several weeks, with the first few days spent in the hospital in Houston, followed by gradual healing at home.

Alexis is staying strong and positive, and your messages, prayers and encouragement continue to lift her spirits more than you know. We will post another update as soon as we have news after surgery.

Thank you for surrounding Alexis, Chris and the kids with love these past 6 months. Please keep the prayers coming, especially over the next few days.

With love and gratitude,

Miranda and Stephanie

Stephanie Holland
7 months ago

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Linda Johnson 7 months ago

We love you & pray for you. You won’t just be in an excellent surgeon’s hands, but in God’s hands. You will get through this.

Amy Holsopple 7 months ago

Thank you, Stephanie and Miranda for providing all of these updates. They are appreciated! And go TEAM ALEXIS! Praying for everyone involved in the surgery, and especially for you, Alexis!

Tammy Broaddus 7 months ago

Surrounding you all with love and light!

Heidilgardner 7 months ago

I love you Alexis. Please know I sending you soooo much love. Praying for you and your family 🩵🩵🩵🩵

Rachel Wymore 7 months ago

Sending you lots of prayers for a successful surgery and quick recovery!!

Andrea Welsh 7 months ago

Prayers are flowing from Arizona on behalf of the entire Welsh family! We know God is holding you in his hands to help you get through these next weeks. Sending you all our love!❤️

Nancy Alexander 7 months ago

Thank you for the update. I have you in my prayers as well as the surgeons, nurses and all involved in your care. Heavenly Father, I as Your hand to direct the surgeon’s and that Alexis be healed and fully recover. Strengthen her and all her family as she goes through all the procedures to prep and the surgery itself. We are trusting You for the results. In the name of Jesus we pray.

Meagan Doyle 7 months ago

Alexis, you are surrounded with love and prayers 💜💜!

Dani Beaver 7 months ago

We will be praying for you. Sending so much strength and love for you and all of your loved ones. xo

Heathermlevy14 7 months ago

Alexis thinking of you and will be praying for you throughout your time in Houston! You are in the best place to get the care you need!

Peggy Bradley 7 months ago

Alexis, you have been on our prayer list at church since you were diagnosed. We continue to pray for success for your upcoming surgery and healing afterward. You are a trooper so hang in there and fight! God is with you. God is good!

Margy 7 months ago

Dear Alexis and Chris, You are in the final stretch! It's so wonderful to get this surgery done at the beginning of the year! A great start to the New Year! Then, it's healing and getting life back to normal! That's my favorite word! When you have gone through this, you really appreciate what an exciting day it is when it's simply going through your "normal" day! You can be with your kids, go to school functions, hear about their day, walk your new puppy...the list goes on! You are doing so beautifully and we are all so lucky you will be in the hands of incredible medical experts! There are no words to thank them enough for being there for you, and all the many people they help! It means everything! This has been a huge journey and you have nagivated it beautifully. Your patience and positive spirit is contangious. It keeps you going and us too! Within days, it will be behind you! You are so great!!! I'll never forget, as I was prepping for surgery. the nurses were so positive and as they were wheeling me to surgery, they said, "OK, lets get this done!" I'm passing that to you! "Let's get this done!" Sending lots of prayers and love!! XO!

Reardonpeggy 7 months ago

Sending very positive thoughts and prayers your way, Alexis! You have shown incredible strength through this journey towards a full cure from your cancer. Keep up the fight as you head to Houston and know there are so many of us cheering you on!!!

Sally Anderson 7 months ago

You, your family and your doctors and medical support team continue to be in our daily prayers. We love you all.

Cschaef15 7 months ago

My heart is with you, Alexis! I’m comforted knowing you’re in the best hands at MD Anderson. Praying for a smooth and successful operation!

Sarah Bracco 7 months ago

Sending prayers, strength and positive thoughts to Alexis, all your family and to the Team at MD Anderson. Sounds like you will be in great hands with lots of love coming your way! ❤️ 🙏

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