[QUOTE=maryjane11;1043998]I have had TC surgery successfully. Dr. F in general has a good reputation but takes on hard cases that might not always have the best outcomes. I had my surgery done at an ivy league institution and love the surgeon William Welch MD. Highly recommend that you call him. He the head of neurosurgery at U of Penn and his asst is Christina. He operated on another person from the TC forum with a successful outcome as well. it is worth your while to consult with him.i think his # is 215 829 6700

Thank you,

I called Dr. Welch's office Friday and spoke with Christina. She said I had to first try conservative treatment (aspiration or fibrin glue) before he would do surgery on me. I am confused as she explained he is only surgeon who removes the cyst. I said it is a NERVE , how do you remove it. She explained and made no sense but referred me to Dr. Long in Maryland. Looks like that door is closed for now and will continue with Dr. F for now. Can you tell how me about your surgery and did you have to go through this process as well?