and it seems all confusing as both the thyroid and para-thyroid are always smoooshed in together...so when looking for particulars, it does make a person cross-eyed!

Tony's site suggestion looks like a good one...i peeked at it last nite and I could have spent HOURS confusing myself more!

Having undergone two surgeries last year, tho for something different, I totally understand all of your fears and also the practical concerns.. In my case, I'd sussed out all my docs about specialty surgeons and the same names came up consistently-that and my own 'net' research were clinchers...plus I really liked the doc! Something that I'm sensing you probably need some extra outside reassurance on. I just wish I could be more useful in the info quarter tho.... So please, take some 's instead! - j