Let me see if I can catch up with all of your replies here. I wasn't intending secrecy, I just wanted to be very up-front and open. I am not a rep or even close to sales for my company (St. Jude). I am in the product development side of things. Even better if you ask me then being a rep. I will have a chance to influence future product from a very personal patient advocacy point of view.

My niche in the company (and professional background) is in software analysis and development. Of course the big disclaimer and legal butt covering - anything I say will be only personal opinion, and definitely not company or medical advice. I also promise never to dis other manufacturers or get involved in brand wars.

Thank you all for the very nice welcome and replies to my questions. Where does one go to find the hidden meaning of these keywords you guys have?

My reps, knowing my company affiliation, are very willing to allow self-programming. I also have access to some nuerosicence clinical research specialist which have offered to help tweak the programming if needed.

I look forward to hanging out with you guys.

Since this is a day surgery, what is ya'lls opinions on how long I should plan to be out from work? Is 1 week enough, or should I plan for longer? My main reason for asking is sick time, PTO, short-term disability and which route I should take.

I will hang on and wait for more wisdom to flow... Many thanks again.