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I am planning to talk with my boss this week about my surgery. How did all of you handle this situation? Did you say that you were having surgery? Or did you go into details? I really would rather not say to him why I am having surgery, as I know that he will probably not be very supportive. Just wondered how your experiences went.

Thanks!

Mary:redface:

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When I told my boss, he didn't ask why (I don't think he is allowed to) but other co-workers did ask (they were concerned it was something serious), I just told everyone I would like to keep it private and there is no need for them to worry.

My boss did say I would have to provide a letter from my surgeon (maybe he thought he would get all the details from that) but my surgeon’s letter simply stated I was under his care and the date I could return to work.

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Thanks Kymmie....I can't imagine that he would ask why, but stranger things have happend! I am doing it during our Christmas break, but am still nervous about telling him. I mainly am telling him so that he'll know I may be a little weak still when I return to work.

Thanks!

Mary

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