momz, My rib resection and scalenectomy was done in 2000. I agree with beth, make sure you have a family member with you at all times if possible. I was in the hospital in Wilkes Barre, PA for 5 nights and in a hotel room for 2 nights after surgery. I had a private room and always had someone with me. One night my morphine drip ran out. My sister went to get the nurse. The nurse was annoyed that my sister was disturbing her. I had now medication and they told my sister to leave the hospital that she was not allowed to be there. The nurse actually called security. Here we are, my family doing the nurses job of getting me water, helping me to the bathroom, pushing the button for the pump and they were going to kick her out. Needless to say, all she did was mention Dr Togut's name and everything changed. When you are under such major medication you need an advocate for your health and safety. Best of luck Linda