Welcome and as always, sorry your here!

You will find great information on this site. I agree about traveling for a doctor. Surgery is a very serious deal. I only traveled about 3-4 hours for mine. Stayed in the hospital for 5 days and a hotel for 2. Family support is important and necessary. Just find the right doctor. I am in NJ and my sugrery was in PA. I had the rib re-section and scalanectomy. Tough stuff but worth it. Just find the right doctor and good luck! Everyone here is of GREAT help and support. I am grateful all the time that I found this site. Take care and Good luck! Linda