Question:
Should I?

I just got a new job that I will be starting this Monday. If everything goes as planned and I am approved for this surgery then hopefully it will be done in October or November. This job is for only 6 months, but should I tell my employer about the possibility of having this? There will be times that I have to drive 2 hrs for my appts. before the surgery and I will have to have the WHOLE day off instead of just an hr. What would be ya'll's advice in this situation? Hubby says no and just say something when the time comes.    — dixieb (posted on July 27, 2002)

July 27, 2002
I agree with your hubby, I wouldn't say anything until the time comes, I'm sure you'll be approved and on your way to a new healthier life style soon!!! good luck!!!
   — bikerchic

July 27, 2002
Well... I guess I agree w/your husband. I just started a new career and was totally up front with them before I accepted the position. They seemed very friendly and glad that they knew what to expect from me. I tell them when the appt's are and when surgery is. I feel better knowing I am not hiding anything from them. Plus, they will benefit from my being healthier too - so, I told them at the beginning. Heather
   — Heather M.

July 27, 2002
Sorry, but I've got to come down on the side of being honest with your employer. You're going into a limited-duration job (6 months) and you know (but the employer doesn't) that you will be missing several days pre-op and probably a month or more after the surgery. <p> I was totally upfront about the surgery with my employer - telling them months before my initial consultation with my surgeon - and they've been nothing but supportive throughout the whole process.
   — John Rushton