Yesterday was my second neurosurgical consult--this time with Dr. H. I knew from the time that I walked in the office that this was the place for me. Ages ago, I worked in the medical field--and you can tell a lot about the quality of care you will receive by the doctor's office. Why do I say this? Well, it's because 90% of the care you receive is not from the doctor--it's from his staff. Well run office, well cared for patient--at least in my opinion that's how it goes. I digress...
Anyway, my husband and I met with Dr. H--who was business like with a dash of humor. I liked him immediately. He asked a few questions and then asked if we'd like to see the CT Myelogram results. I'm sorry...did you say you wanted to show me results? This is what sealed the deal....Dr. H is the man for me!
He recommended a posterior approach--so no incisions in my belly. He advised me that I would be wearing a brace for 3 months, and said he's like me to stay out of work until the brace is off. He said if I can't stay out for that long (which I can't)--we'd talk about going back to work 6 weeks post-op. I felt good about his conservative approach.
The next step is scheduling the surgery date, getting pre-op testing, a brace fitting, and I'm ready. I felt so relieved walking out of his office--I have my surgeon, I have my plan, I will have my life back someday soon.
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