I have another appointment!!

kc0iet · #1 (**permalink**) 05-30-2009, 01:45 AM

I sent you an email

runner · #2 (**permalink**) 05-30-2009, 09:09 PM

Maria,

that is so kind of you to help out Kc.
I know strange cities can be frightening. La Jolla is really nice, though.
I could not imagine having to be in a wc and navigating routes and such.
Just want to say it was nice of you to offer to help him.

Runner

Maria · #3 (**permalink**) 05-30-2009, 11:03 PM

Hi kc
I've been out most of the day tho did go to the transit website which I'm sure you did for SD and La Jolla. I know for a fact the buses will accomodate tho from your original destination you may have a number of transfers to get where you're going and there may be other person's with w/c's like your w/c.

I have been on the bus in SD a number of times when it stopped for someone in a power w/c and they had to let the ramp down and then the driver actually helps to strap the w/c into place in the special designated area for a w/c. The drivers are quite helpful.

I was going to call "yellow cab" for SD area as I use them all the time and I believe that they utilize a van to pick you up if you have a w/c but I have to check.

At the moment I'm back in Long Beach tho still finding out SD info is easy enough for me as I get on the Greyhound or Amtrak to go there often enough as my PM is at Scripps Mercy Hospital Medical Center.

Runner~ I wish I could be more helpful to those that come to this area.. I don't drive on the freeway and I have enough stuff of my own that limits me tho I do like to be as helpful if I'm able. You know it's that nursing thing!!!

kc back to you will further check things out and email you

kc0iet · #4 (**permalink**) 06-11-2009, 12:04 PM

Hi all,

I am not very good about keeping up with the boards. I started this thread a couple of weeks ago about my new appointment.

To make a long story short... I was admitted to the hospital on Sunday and have undergone several tests and procedures. The surgeon has determined that all of my hardware, the two Chartie ADR's, the PLIF at L4 and the SCS must be removed so that a 360 fusion can be done correctly.

So, as the title mentioned - I am scared silly. All of this is to take place this Friday morning first thing (that is tomorrow!). If you wouldn't mind sending me all of your positive mojo, prayers, etc. I would be greatly appreciative.

Thank You

Maria · #5 (**permalink**) 06-11-2009, 04:45 PM

Kc,
will keep you in thoughts and prayers for Friday's surgery.. it'll be big tho w/dr.C I think it'll be right

jessmith07 · #6 (**permalink**) 06-11-2009, 05:55 PM

Kc,

I have been reading all of your previous posts to get the picture of what's going on (now that I have a little time on my hands, I'm going back and getting to know everyone a little better). I hope and pray that this will truly be your LAST and MOST SUCCESSFUL surgery. (I also just read that you got your Bachelors recently, WOW! Congrats!!!) With all that you've been through, you deserve relief, and you are in good hands. I'm glad to see that they are addressing your needs so quickly. I wish I could be there with you, but know that I will be there in spirit. I know that this fusion is what you've fought so hard against, but there are MANY people out there who have gotten the releif that they've sought from fusion. You tried your best, Dear...you fought hard, but please don't think that you've lost just because you're having this revision. YOU have done an AMAZING job of advocating for yourself, and you will come out of this and STILL be AMAZING!

Can't wait to hear more and watch you grow after this procedure.

Jess

dshobbies · #7 (**permalink**) 06-11-2009, 08:07 PM

Kc,

My, that is fast! As least you won't have time to dwell on anything. Once you know the direction you're taking, the sooner the better. My thoughts will be with you and I hope you get the relief you so seek.

Please let us know how you're doing as soon as you're able. And good luck -

My best to you, Dale