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Funnydream

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« on: September 22, 2010, 07:21:37 am »
Was rolled around on a bed for a while. And then the Doctor basically pleaded with me that he had been up all night in surgery with someone else. And that he would go on if I wanted but it would have been in my best interest if I didn't have a doctor so tired.

What would you say?

I said "Go home to your wife and get some sleep".

I do NOT have another date set and my ENT is probably not happy.
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« Reply #1 on: September 22, 2010, 07:29:22 am »
What a great surgeon that would admit that he was tired and ask you to consider another date!  I love a Dr. who doesn't think they are invincible!!  I know that waiting stinks but I think you will be VERY glad you made this decision!!

Why would your ENT NOT be happy with this??

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Funnydream

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« Reply #2 on: September 22, 2010, 07:39:43 am »
Quote from: Kaybo on September 22, 2010, 07:29:22 am
Why would your ENT NOT be happy with this??

His whole day is a washout. I guess I'll see him at the local zoo today.
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16 hour Surgery 9-27-10 CSF leak fix 10-4-10 3 hours
Miracle I feel my left face and tongue again.
If we evolved from monkeys into humans? When do we stop being human and become something else? What would that something else be?

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« Reply #3 on: September 22, 2010, 08:13:27 am »
Frustrating situation for you I'm sure. But I echo Kaybo's sentiments and add that you really want a well-rested doctor working inside your skull. Especially since you don't know how long your surgery will end up being.

Try to stay relaxed...good luck!

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« Reply #4 on: September 22, 2010, 08:26:42 am »
Funnydream,
Sorry to hear about your postponed surgery. What a let down to be practically rolled into the OR, but thankfully your surgeon was honest with you.
I would have done the same. Hopefully they can reschedule ASAP since you were there and in the "books." Maybe they can postpone someone else's  and you can have their spot.
Hey, it's only fair :) Let us know your new date.......

Meanwhile, just take it easy......
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WOW just read your OTHER post about the surgery from 9/15 being canceled.
Yikes!  :oThird time will be the charm!
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