OT- California Traveling...

Hey all... It turns out that my husband may have to have surgery in (get this!) Beverly Hills, Ca. But since we are "East Coasters" and neither of us have ever been to California for more than 1 day, I was wondering if there is anyone who could give us some advice. My biggest concern is that while he will be in the hospital, I will be staying alone and traveling back and forth to the hospital and hotel alone. Can anyone make any recommendations or offer some advice ? I know that there are 'scarey' parts of the city and don't want to find myself in a hotel that I have to go to sleep with a baseball bat under my pillow but I know that I won't be able to afford to stay in Beverly Hills itself. Any info or suggestions would be sooo very appreciated. Thanks in advance ! -Terri

I'm northern CA so have no advice at all except to tell you to post on the CA board. It's pretty active.

Hey Terri Is that his only option for California? If he can pick another spot Fresno has the best Dr's and Hospitals EVER. They were both ranked number one for gastric bypass in the US. Fresno is really a great place and there is tons of support for you both here. I'll keep my fingers crossed for you. xoxoxo Corinna

He has to have reconstructive surgery, and it is so "unusual" that there are not many surgeons that do the surgery. One of the best surgeons in the field is located in Beverly Hills so we are still contemplating the trip... Thanks for the crossed fingers... Any little bit helps !