my appointment with the new surgeon

I am so happy that you are getting the answers you have wanted and needed!  You deserve it!! Keep up the good work!

Lisa,
You have done an amazing job so far and with this new surgeon and NUT you will do even better.  I am so glad you like thsi Dr.  let us know what the NUt says.
-Sara

Ditto what everyone else said. I wish I could be more like you with the determination in the exercising department. Really bad area for me. It sounds like you have support from your doc now instead of just scolding. I know things will just keep getting better for ya.

All sounds promising, and congratulations on taking this next step!  Definately keep us updated!