Lisa,
I have not had your complications but I feel like I know Dr Dietz. He performed a subtotal colectomy with ileorectal anastomosis on me in July 2005 for colon cancer at age 29. He operated on me on a day he had set originally for academic issues. He is an excellent surgeon; realistic, yet optimistic. Excellent bedside manner. Recommended which surgery he would perform with phrases like "if it was someone in my family, i would want .."
He saved my life and I fully trust his surgical advice and expertise. He has a quiet confidence about him and I believe him to be very approachable. I believe if you fully explain all circumstances to him as well as your hesitation/skepticism; he will address your concerns and honestly answer your questions. I hold him in high respect and would recommend him to my friends or family. He doesn't seem like someone who would falsely tell you something can be done if he didn't truly think it could be done.
I guess I'm just suggesting that you can trust him, in my opinion and experience with him. Ultimately, I hope God sends you the right solution.
Sincerely,
Jeff Carenza
Stage III colon cancer July 2005 followed by 6 mo of FOLFOX
subtotal colectomy with IRA in 2005 by David Dietz
NED since surgery ( by the Grace of God)