Hang in there! I know these last few days before surgery are really rough. It kind of helped me to tell myself that all I had to do is show up and the experts would do the rest. They will take good care of you. It really was good for me to know that I was going to a surgeon who specializes in TOS. I knew I was making a good decision, so I just had to go with it.

We stayed at the Parkway Hotel which is attached to the hospital. You can call them, and if they have rooms available, you can get a special rate for people who are there for medical procedures, etc. It worked out really well for us because it was so easy to get back and forth to the hospital. Plus I didn't feel weird being in a wheelchair, etc., since everyone was (vs. at a regular hotel). It would have been very challenging for me to ride in a car during those early days after I was discharged, so just having my mom wheel me back to the hotel was ideal.

Please let me know if you have any other questions! Take care!

I'm going in the 16th. Maybe we will be neighbors! I'm staying at the parkway after surgery. I'm really nervous too.

Hi Nazzie
 

We are all here to support you while you face your surgery. I found NT for the very same reason. Was freaking before surgery. It is going to be OK. You have selected a great physician, and many here have had such good results.
while at hotel those first days, have those wash cloths adult size. They keep you clean and fresh when you don't want to get in the shower. Shampoo's that are waterless and towel dry work great. I had cervical problems and slept on an elevated wedge. Find a comfortable way to lay down and it will help you. Maybe try this. Sleep as much as you can and rest during your recovery. I was a bit frightened of the pain afterwards for my own surgery, but the doctor got on top of it and gave me more help for those first days. I wish you all the best. Hope to hear from you when you get home and feel better. I know you are nervous. It is nerve wracking, and I do understand your feelings. I came here right up until the time I left for the hospital, and in tears a few times too. It will be OK. We are all hoping for you, for the best possible outcome so you can go about your life. ginnie:hug:

We are going to be staying at the comfort Inn right down the street. A little cheaper. I only live about 45 min away but he insisted I stay closer. Good luck Jess.:)

Good Luck Jess-it sounds like you are in good hands!

Good luck Nazzie and Jlorainne.
Hope your surgery is a success. :wink:

Hope all goes great and that you both are feeling better soon.