Back in hospital

City Councilor Geoff Masci is back in hospital

By Barney Burke

Port Townsend City Councilor Geoff Masci, whose lower left leg was amputated on Sept. 27 due to cancer, is back in the hospital.

Masci was admitted to Jefferson Healthcare Hospital on Saturday, Oct. 13, for treatment of a staph infection.

Sunday evening, Masci was his usual humorous self, but said his immediate prognosis is unclear. He said he would be taken by ambulance to the University of Washington hospital on Tuesday to meet with the doctors who performed his surgery. Depending on test results, he may need to have his left knee amputated as well.

Masci and his partner, Sue Wahlgren, said they appreciate the outpouring of support and good wishes they've received.

Although Masci has insurance, his deductible payment is in the thousands, not including the current hospital stay and a pending heart surgery once he recovers from the amputation. Donations can be made at American Marine Bank, Frontier Bank, and at a number of donation jars at local businesses.