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OMF- Josh Mahoney, 37, glioblastoma, Quincy, with Dr. David Reardon, Clinical Director, Center of Neuro-Oncology, Dana-Farber

WEEI/NESN Jimmy Fund Radio-Telethon
WEEI/NESN Jimmy Fund Radio-Telethon
Episode • Aug 24, 2021 • 8m

Josh is a United Sates Marine Corps veteran, who served in Afghanistan. He served as infantry platoon commander for over 6 years. 

Josh was diagnosed with glioblastoma while he was on leave in Las Vegas and had a seizure.

He is currently in treatment under the care of Dr. David Reardon. He is a participant on a clinical trial and receives infusion every two weeks.

He chose to come to Dana-Farber for his treatment because as, Josh says it is the “best cancer care in the country” 

He holds a master’s in journalism from Boston University and worked as an intern at WEEI in 2012.

Josh is supported by his wife and 2-year-old daughter.

In Josh’s spare time he likes to read, snowboard, golf and watch Boston sports. He hopes to continue to be a good father and husband and enjoy his life 

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