What are the steps from here?
I know this has probably been asked a thousand times but what are the steps you have to take before surgery? I am having my pre surgical stuff done at Kingston Hotel Dieu Hospital. I have had my orientation and have an appointment with the nurse practitioner tomorrow. Can anyone tell me what I can expect from here on out? I will be having surgery at Humber from what I am told. I am just so relieved to be on this journey - I was terrified that they would turn me down. I am thankful I found this forum where I can meet others who have been on a similar journey.
I was going through at the beginning of the change in process in Ottawa, which was before Kingston started. You will see the nutritionist and social worker that I know. You may need a sleep test, and an ECG and bloodwork done. The nurse will order some of it. The rest seems to have changed, and depends on the clinic. Some have a pre-surgery class, and meet the surgeon/internist.
I do wish you well on your journey, it's not quick, but it's worth it.
Cathy