Just had the translab procedure done for a 2.1cm left-side AN on April 28th. Dr. J. Walter Kutz was my otolaryngologist (sp?) and Dr. Bruce Mickey was my neurosurgeon. I had the procedure done at Zale Lipshy Hospital (part of the UTSouthwestern system) here in Dallas, TX. I really appreciated their candor and reassurance while discussing ALL of my options with me, including radiosurgery, even though it wasn't the best option for me. They were very attentive and would return my calls and inquiries promptly (Dr. Kutz always called me back HIMSELF!). I wasn't able to meet with Dr. Mickey at my pre-op the day before, so he personally called me on his cell phone that evening to check on me and reassure me that all was going to go well the next day. Such caring doctors! I would have done NOTHING differently. The staff at Zale Lipshy was also remarkable. Every nurse that I had in my 5 day stay was truly the best at what they did! So caring and funny and understanding. This was my first surgery EVER...I do it big;) So I was filled with alot of apprehension and fear. I didn't need to be...I had the best team I could have hoped for taking care of me! If you have any questions about either of these doctors or this facility, I'd be glad to answer them!
Amanda
