Phil Ford, the University of North Carolina's legendary former point guard and assistant coach, underwent a surgical procedure on Tuesday (May 22) for prostate cancer.
Ford was recently diagnosed as a result of his annual physical. He is under the care of Dr. Eric Wallen, professor of urology at UNC Chapel Hill.
"As soon as I was given the news, I called Coach (Roy) Williams and he recommended Dr. Wallen," says Ford. "I can't thank Roy enough for making a great referral, as well as Dr. Wallen, the urology team at UNC and the Lineberger Cancer Center.