The Reporter Turned Patient
Brian Banmiller, a veteran CBS News Radio correspondent and longtime Bay Area business anchor, never expected to become the subject of a cancer story. But during a routine endoscopy, his doctor discovered esophageal cancer—a diagnosis that could have been deadly if not caught early. With swift coordination between his care team and a life-saving robotic surgery led by Dr. Wilson Tsai, Brian began a challenging but hopeful journey toward recovery.
Supported by his wife and guided by a team of expert physicians, Brian completed chemotherapy and multiple follow-up procedures. Today, he is in remission. Brian’s story is a reminder that early detection, expert care, and personal resilience can make all the difference.