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Dusty

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Decision to have surgery
« on: February 09, 2009, 06:48:34 am »
No longer watch and wait!  I am meeting with Drs Antonelli and Lewis tomorrow, 2/10/09, to go over pre-op.  My surgery is scheduled for 3/16/09 in Gainesville, Fla at Shands Hospital.  I appreciate the thoughts and prayers of everyone here on the ANA site.  Will try to provide frequent updates as thingd progress.

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Tinnitus, vertigo & pressure
MRI 1/2009 - AN 14mmx12mmx13mm
Surgery Schedule 3/16/2009 Drs. Antonelli and Lewis
Surgery Completed 3/16/2009 AN removed and accoustic nerve cut.
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Re: Decision to have surgery
« Reply #1 on: February 09, 2009, 07:38:11 am »
Dusty,

I will be thinking of you during your appointment tomorrow and upcoming surgery.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Keep us posted.

Sincerely,
Sue
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Re: Decision to have surgery
« Reply #2 on: February 09, 2009, 02:10:04 pm »
Dusty:

Congratulations on making this difficult decision - and thanks for the promised updates!  I'll pray that everything goes well for you. 

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Re: Decision to have surgery
« Reply #3 on: February 15, 2009, 07:52:23 pm »
Congratulations, Dusty, on making your decision. Wishing you all the best,
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Re: Decision to have surgery
« Reply #4 on: February 15, 2009, 08:08:20 pm »
It's a weight of of your shoulders when that hard decision has finally been reached.  I hope everything comes out okay.  ;) ;D

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Dusty

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Re: Decision to have surgery
« Reply #5 on: February 18, 2009, 11:31:54 am »
Just a quick update.  I am schedule for preop om 3/2-3/3/09 at Shands Hospital in Gainesville, Fla.  Surgery still on for 3/16/09 with Antonnelli and Lewis.  Getting excited and nervous about the big event!
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Tinnitus, vertigo & pressure
MRI 1/2009 - AN 14mmx12mmx13mm
Surgery Schedule 3/16/2009 Drs. Antonelli and Lewis
Surgery Completed 3/16/2009 AN removed and accoustic nerve cut.
SSD

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Re: Decision to have surgery
« Reply #6 on: February 18, 2009, 03:29:55 pm »
Hiu Dusty,

I'm glad to hear you made your treatment choice, but sorry it is necessary.  It is one of the hardest choices you will ever make, in my opinion.  I wish you much success and luck and a wonderful surgical outcome.  I look forward to welcoming you to Postieland and following your progress.

Sending positive vibes your way,
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Re: Decision to have surgery
« Reply #7 on: February 26, 2009, 08:21:20 pm »
Hello fellow Floridian.. I had my surgeries up here in Jacksonville, FL at Baptist hospital. There will be a ANA support meeting March 28, 2009 here in Mandarin.. Maybe when you are feeling better (after post op) you can swing up this way and share with us your experience in gatorland... Keep us updated on your progress... Take Care...
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Dusty

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Re: Decision to have surgery
« Reply #8 on: March 01, 2009, 11:46:57 am »
Hello JohnnyDiaz.  I would love to head your way when I get feeling better.  My oldest daughter lived north of Jacksonville in St Mary's Georgia for a couple years and we made several trips to Jacksonville area.  Thanks for the note and I will provide updates after preop on 3/2-3/3.  My surgery is still on schedule for 3/16/09.


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Diagnosed 6/2008 Right AN 8mmx11mmx12mm
Tinnitus, vertigo & pressure
MRI 1/2009 - AN 14mmx12mmx13mm
Surgery Schedule 3/16/2009 Drs. Antonelli and Lewis
Surgery Completed 3/16/2009 AN removed and accoustic nerve cut.
SSD
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