Biography

Name

Richard

Nickname

Richard Staveley

Last Name

Staveley

Year of Birth

1939

Gender

Male

Location

Rhode Island (and Providence Plantations)

Relationship

Patient

Short Bio

I am an 81 year old guy with one son Rick in his 50’s. Currently living ( for about 40 years) with my significant other Lorraine and she has a son Charlie also in his 50’s. Lorraine and Charlie are both cancer survivors and doing well. Dad and Mom had 6 children. I am second oldest of the 6. My brother Bill (7 years younger) and I are the 2 surviving of the 6.

I completed 2 years of college and have also completed numerous special training courses and seminars. Most of my work life has been in the Sales field.

 

 

 

 

Type of Diagnosis

IPF

Treatment / Medical Facility

Pulmonary Doctor

Current medication regimen

Ofev

Lung transplantation status

to be determined

Supplemental Oxygen

no

Best advice for PF symptom management

Just keep walking. Exercise.

Are you currently taking an anti-fibrotic medication?

yes

How did you find us?

PF News Website

How long have you or the person that you are caring for had PF?

About 2 years that I know of.

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