My brother was planning to come for my surgery on July 1st, but now has an abscessed tooth causing him a tremendous amount of pain! He went for part 1 of the root canal today and will have to have parts 2 & 3 next week, so won't be here for my surgery. I am really alright with that, as I have others who have volunteered to be available for taking me to the hospital, checking on me, helping out, etc., since I live alone. I am mostly looking forward to just being in my house, my own space, and reaching out, as needed. My dogs will require me to get up and move around to take care of them, as since they are small, their care is not too taxing!

My question is about the day of my surgery. My doctor has given me the sense that I will have to be at the hospital at the crack of dawn. (I'll find out the time for sure tomorrow.) Is there any real reason for me to ask my friends to stay at the hospital with me or to come back before they get the call that it's almost time to pick me up? I'm thinking no because I assume that I will be pretty out of it, coming out of the anesthesia, etc., but just wanted some other opinions. Any other thoughts from anyone that I should know about as far as my friends being / staying at the hospital or not?

Thanks so much!

Well my mom stayed.. but my status from time i went under to time i woke up to recovery phase 1 and 2 was sent to her phone if needed.. i think that depends on you and your friends as long as you have someone there when its time to cruise on out! btw goodluck!

I was dropped off by a friend and then they were called to pick me back up. All went seamlessly!

Another friend then came by and took me to the pharmacy to get my meds. ( because I wanted to move around)

I can't imagine it being different for you ( unless you don't want to go it alone)

Its nice to have someone with you to talk to during all the waiting. When they take u back for surgery they could leave. My husband was with me the whole time as I was with him. After a day or two you can be on your own. Although it was nice having someone helping me. I slept in the recliner for 2 days it was easier getting out of that then a bed. Good luck.

I am 3 I am 3 days Post Op (banded on Tuesday) my original process was going to be overnight however I checked in Pre op at 11:00 Rolled into surgery at 11:45 surgery was complete by 1:30 and I was leaving hospital by 4:00, I actually drove myself to hospital and had to have my bestfriend take me back next day to pick up my car, I do not think I am a typical case but if your surgery goes well you may not want them to leave because they may need to ask a question etc... I hope all goes well and Congrats I could not be more excited about my future outcome!!!

I am 3 I am 3 days Post Op (banded on Tuesday) my original process was going to be overnight however I checked in Pre op at 11:00 Rolled into surgery at 11:45 surgery was complete by 1:30 and I was leaving hospital by 4:00, I actually drove myself to hospital and had to have my bestfriend take me back next day to pick up my car, I do not think I am a typical case but if your surgery goes well you may not want them to leave because they may need to ask a question etc... I hope all goes well and Congrats I could not be more excited about my future outcome!!!

Thanks, Royal! That makes me feel very comfortable re: my plans & answers my lingering question about how soon I will be able to drive! Thanks so much for the info and I'm sure I'll be posting about my progress! Best wishes to you on your continuing positive journey!!! Deb

Well my mom stayed.. but my status from time i went under to time i woke up to recovery phase 1 and 2 was sent to her phone if needed.. i think that depends on you and your friends as long as you have someone there when its time to cruise on out! btw goodluck!

Thanks Jenni! Very helpful! I'm taking reading / listening materials & would rather my friends return to work (close by) than take extra time off. That way we have more time for fun stuff over the summer! If I am more nervous than I am today on Monday, they have given me the right to change my mind but I doubt it. Thanks for the well wishes & best wishes to you too!!!

I was dropped off by a friend and then they were called to pick me back up. All went seamlessly!

Another friend then came by and took me to the pharmacy to get my meds. ( because I wanted to move around)

I can't imagine it being different for you ( unless you don't want to go it alone)

Fabulous!!!!! Thanks!!!!!

Thanks! Can't wait to hear of your progress !!!! I would talk it over with your friend to see what they would like to do. ..