Eric's Story

Eric Galvez graduated from the University of Michigan-Flint in 2003 with a Doctor of Physical Therapy Degree. 23 months later, he was diagnosed with a meningioma brain tumor.  In the following months he had brain surgery, radiation therapy on his brain, and months of rehabilitation with his former co-workers.  In 2007 he published the First Edition of Reversal:  When A Therapist Becomes A Patient and started an advocacy movement on facebook called “TUMORS SUCK!”

Dr. Galvez has explored many different avenues to express his disdain for all types of tumors.  He has walked 5Ks to help raise awareness, traveled the United States speaking about his unique experiences as a healthcare professional turned patient at universities, colleges, and hospitals, and supported numerous charitable organizations sharing the Mission of mAss Kickers Foundation.

The “TUMORS SUCK!” Facebook group has evolved into mAss Kickers Foundation. As Dr. Galvez continues to evolve, mAss Kickers Foundation will continue to evolve.