Made a Decision

[JerseyGirl2]

Your idea of getting a good check-up from a cardiologist pre-surgery is a good one. You'll undergo a physical exam by the House internist, Dr. Stephan, the day before your surgery, but it certainly makes sense to bring along any sort of recent test results, scans, etc. that will help him with his assessment of your health.

You will be in superb hands at House. My surgery was almost 4 1/2 years ago and I still consider it the most amazing medical experience -- in terms of quality of care, professionalism and skill of all the medical and hospital staff, and procedural organization -- I have ever experienced.

Best wishes for a successful surgery and recovery,

Catherine (JerseyGirl )

[mindyandy]

Liz
Glad to hear you made your decision. I know the time from getting your surgery date to the day of the nerves can be overwhelming. I had surgery March 7th so I'm almost 3 months out now and doing well. You will do well also. If you ever need someone to talk to or have questions feel free to PM me. We are all here to help you and lend a shoulder 
Oh & you had picked a great team. Be sure to tell Dr. Schwartz Mindy says Hi. He will smile. I'm not sure if he will ever forget me 

Mindy

Thank you, Mindy.  What did you do that made you unforgettable to Dr. Schwartz?

Liz I have to say its because I'm a nag...LOL

[LizAN]

Your idea of getting a good check-up from a cardiologist pre-surgery is a good one. You'll undergo a physical exam by the House internist, Dr. Stephan, the day before your surgery, but it certainly makes sense to bring along any sort of recent test results, scans, etc. that will help him with his assessment of your health.

You will be in superb hands at House. My surgery was almost 4 1/2 years ago and I still consider it the most amazing medical experience -- in terms of quality of care, professionalism and skill of all the medical and hospital staff, and procedural organization -- I have ever experienced.

Best wishes for a successful surgery and recovery,

Catherine (JerseyGirl )

Catherine,

It's extremely comforting to hear about your experience.  Thank you.  I think it will be worth the trip.

I'm going to start looking for a cardiologist.  I need a new primary care doctor, too, preferably an internal medicine specialist.  My current doctor is a complementary medicine GP who doesn't take insurance, and even though I like him and have been with him for a long time, I can't afford to pay out of pocket anymore. 

I'll need someone to pronounce me ready to return to work, won't I?  Can my ENT do that?  He's the one who referred me to House in the first place.  I feel very fortunate that he recognized what was going on and knew where to send me.

Liz

[LizAN]

Liz
Glad to hear you made your decision. I know the time from getting your surgery date to the day of the nerves can be overwhelming. I had surgery March 7th so I'm almost 3 months out now and doing well. You will do well also. If you ever need someone to talk to or have questions feel free to PM me. We are all here to help you and lend a shoulder 
Oh & you had picked a great team. Be sure to tell Dr. Schwartz Mindy says Hi. He will smile. I'm not sure if he will ever forget me 

Mindy

Thank you, Mindy.  What did you do that made you unforgettable to Dr. Schwartz?

Liz I have to say its because I'm a nag...LOL

Ah, a squeaky wheel!  Was it effective?

[mindyandy]

I don't know if it helped. It was a good nag not a bad one I have the upmost respect for Dr. Schwartz. Smart man