My appointment went okay. My husband came with me and he thought it went well. I felt that it was really rushed and I felt very over whelmed with the diagnosis. Dr. Criado said I have TOS even though test came back normal and was recommending surgery. I wasn't expecting a surgery recommendation and I'm not sure I even understand what the surgery would entail. he described it as removing part of the first rib. Did you see him more than once before you had your surgery and did you have your rib removed. I thought he would be recommending something less drastic like physical therapy but he said physical therapy wouldn't help which really confused me. I am new to using a chat room, but is there anyway I could email you directly with some questions.