VT. Latest Update on Will Roberts: Four New Small Spots Appear (Legs & Pelvis) But Doctors Say They’re Not as Critical as When They Were Near the Spine — And the “Timing Factor” Is the Most Important Thing

We just spoke directly with the oncologist monitoring Will after she reviewed all the scans and the revised report — and frankly, this update has left Will’s family in a state that’s hard to describe… both suffocatingly anxious and clinging to hope.

Because this result isn’t just “good news” or “bad news.” It’s a new picture, with more important, clearer details — and it also makes it clear that there’s still a long way to go to closely monitor the situation.

According to the doctor, the results showed four new small spots:

Three spots on the other leg (the previously “good” leg)

One spot in the pelvic area

This is enough information to scare any family, because just hearing the words “new spot” immediately brings to mind one thing: the disease may be spreading.

But amidst that anxiety, the doctor also offered some reassurance to the family:

✅ Currently, there are no immediate signs of danger like in the previous stage, when the tumor was located near the spine — a location that had truly frightened everyone due to its direct threat.

In other words: there are new developments, but not immediate critical ones. And this is extremely important in choosing the next course of action.

The doctor also emphasized that, at this point, the most important thing is not to panic and to stick to the treatment plan.

The next steps are clearly underway:

✅ Continue daily chemotherapy

Will will continue taking/maintaining chemotherapy every day, regularly and consistently.

This is the “main axis” of the current treatment process — what helps Will’s body continuously fight cancer cells instead of being interrupted.

✅ Considering Targeted Radiation Therapy

The doctor said they would consider targeted radiation therapy in certain areas, if approved.

This means they won’t be irradiating indiscriminately, but will select the necessary areas to “hit” the target, minimizing unnecessary impact on Will’s body.

✅ Follow-up Scan in 4–6 Weeks

Will will have a follow-up scan in 4–6 weeks.

And this is the milestone that makes the family both fearful… and hopeful. Because that scan will give a much clearer answer: whether the treatment is working or not.

✅ Waiting for MEPACT (Immunotherapy)

Will’s family is still waiting for MEPACT immunotherapy — but this drug is currently in short supply, so it cannot start as soon as they would like.

This detail is causing many people to worry on Will’s behalf, but the family is trying to remain calm because they know that this journey is not just about fighting the disease, but also about fighting against time and the realities of the situation.

This is a part that many people easily misunderstand if they only read the results without hearing the professional explanation.

The doctor emphasized that these scans were done about a week before Will officially started chemotherapy.

It may seem insignificant—but with an aggressive form of cancer, a one-week gap can be a huge “window” that can change everything.

The doctor explained that in that short “gap”:

some spots may develop further

or areas that were previously too small and not clear enough may become visible by the time of the scan.

In other words: these “new spots” are not necessarily due to treatment failure, but could very well be a consequence of the disease progressing rapidly in the right stage before the medication takes effect.

And this is extremely important, because it helps the family understand: don’t jump to conclusions too soon.

The doctor said frankly: the next scan will be the clearest picture yet.

Because unlike this one, the next scan will take place when:

✅ Will has been taking his medication regularly throughout the treatment
✅ there are no more “untreated” gaps between the milestones
✅ the doctor can more fairly assess:
how Will’s body is responding to chemotherapy, and whether those spots are decreasing – stabilizing – or continuing to progress.

This isn’t just a scan. This is a milestone to decide the next steps.

For Will’s family, this is the kind of result that doesn’t bring complete joy — but it’s not yet time to give up.

There are new findings → worrying

But not as critical as the spinal area → there is still hope

The treatment plan is clear → there is still a path forward

The next scan will be crucial → there is still a chance to see positive results

And now, what the family is doing — besides being by Will’s side every day — is praying, waiting, and preparing themselves for the most important scan coming up.

If you are following Will, please continue to send words of encouragement.

Because sometimes, on this long journey… a simple “keep going” message can be what keeps someone going for another day.