Surgery A Success!
The following statement was released to the press today.
Kentucky Supreme Court Justice McAnulty Recovering Following Surgery
Brain Surgery performed July 11, 2007 at Jewish HospitalLouisville, KY (July 12, 2007)…Kentucky Supreme Court Justice William E. McAnulty, Jr., underwent brain surgery at Jewish Hospital on Wednesday, July 11. The 59 year-old Justice was diagnosed with lung cancer a little more than two weeks ago, which had also spread to the brain.The surgery, which lasted a little more than one hour, was performed by neurosurgeon Wayne G. Villanueva, M.D. “A ‘gross total resection’ was performed on Justice McAnulty to remove a lesion from the base of the cranium,” said Villanueva. “It was metastasis to the brain from the lung cancer. He came through the surgery extremely well. We moved him to our intensive care unit following surgery, which is normal for this type of procedure. We plan to move him to a regular patient room today.”Following recovery from his July 11 surgery, medical oncologist Jeffrey Hargis will be coordinating planned chemotherapy and radiation therapy. “The next phase of his treatment should be starting later this month,” said Hargis.His wife Kristie said, “We appreciate the kind thoughts and prayers from everyone and are especially thankful for all the support we have received from family and friends. We also want to thank all the wonderful doctors and nurses involved for the great care he is receiving at Jewish Hospital.” McAnulty has four children, two grown children from a previous marriage and two younger children, ages four and 12. The McAnulty family will not be providing media interviews at this time.
We welcome your words of encouragement for the McAnulty family in the comments below or in the guestbook page on the right.
July 19th, 2007 at 3:02 pm
Hope you know how many hearts you have touched. You are constantly in our thoughts and prayers. I look forward to seeing you here.
Patty
July 19th, 2007 at 1:41 pm
Justice McAnulty,
You and your family shall remain in our thoughts and prayers. They may take a day or two to reach you from way down here in Paducah so please be patient. Get well soon.
July 19th, 2007 at 1:32 pm
Keep eating you dessert. Hope to see you Monday. KVM
July 19th, 2007 at 10:43 am
Judge and Kristi,
My entire family is praying for and thinking of you. Hang in there, be “stubborn” and don’t let this win! Micah
July 19th, 2007 at 9:21 am
God bless you Mac.I am not very good at typing on the Internet yet.
July 19th, 2007 at 9:01 am
Bill—Just like everyone else, I have been hungry for news of your progress and am elated by what I am hearing. Tad, Dan, Maggie, Pete and others all say you are actually getting funnier. Hard to believe. I am thinking about you and Kristi constantly. If there is anything I can do……….Best Regards. Greg
July 19th, 2007 at 8:09 am
Bill,
Sheila and I are keeping you and your family in our prayers! Stay strong in the Lord and He’ll see you through. You are a true source of inspiration to all who know and love you! Best wishes and warm regards. Dan Hall (your twin!)
July 18th, 2007 at 11:18 pm
Justice McAnulty,
I am so happy to hear you are doing well! I hope your recovery is quick and that all is well with your family. You are in my prayers and I can’t wait to read your next opinion!
Best Wishes
Megan Keane
July 18th, 2007 at 8:03 pm
Judge–your 30+ year history of facing hard issues head-on, with toughness, integrity and good humor, has earned you the support and best wishes of countless Kentuckians. Not a bad support system. All those folks are joining with your close friends and wonderful family in continuing prayers and good wishes. We know you’ll whip this too–get well soon.
July 18th, 2007 at 7:58 pm
I stopped smiling when I heard the news….please hurry back so I can start smiling again!! EVERYONE MISSES YOU! My prayers are for a speedy recovery and to see you soon! Marti