Back to the Surgeon

Sitting on the exam table waiting for the Dr. to come into the room all I can do is look at John and think how lucky I am to have him; standing by my side, holding me, holding my hand, being my rock yet crying with me at the same time.

The Dr. knocks and then walks in the room. He's a very up front, polite, and honest man. He does not sugar coat anything and tell's us everything just like it is.

He said, "Well, with the findings on the MRI and the lack of the findings on the ultrasound we need to do some more tests before surgery." I said, "Dr. I understand that you need to be fully informed of what you are dealing with but honestly...do I need to undergo these biopsies if you are going to remove both of my breasts anyway???" He began to explain that the tests would determine how much of the breast skin and underlying area could be saved for reconstruction purposes. UGHHHHH....REALLY?? Fine. He told me he had to call the Radiology department and contact the head of Radiology to "get me in asap" and that I should call later that afternoon for my appointment.

You guessed it.....another week. This is really becoming disappointing...but I am going to one of the best hospitals with the best Dr's and staff and need to realize that they have THOUSANDS of patients. So we wait.......