05-16-2009
1355 Hours
Well the verdict is in regarding the bladder stones. Yesterday Dar had an ultrasound and it was confirmed that she has several stones.
I had just learned this from the attending weekend doctor when I received an email from Dr. Doherty. Doctor D tells me that doctor Waters will be in touch with a urologist on Monday to set up a game plan for their removal and or destruction.
Truthfully this is a good piece of news, now we can deal with the issue and even make Dar more comfortable and promote better healing throughout her body. This should greatly improve her ability to focus on other things during her recovery.
So, the plan for this coming week looks like this, eradicate those nasty stones, see Dr. Courey in San Francisco on Tuesday and of course lots of therapy during the week.
Visited the Caremeridian facility in Fairfax, got a chance to catch up with old friends. John Murph, Ryne Spitzer and Darlene’s very first roommate at Kentfield were all there. Had a great time catching up and visiting with theirs families. Had a chance to chat with Kevin, Molly, Larry and his wife, Carol.
The facility is very nice and as I was warned, loud with frogs. Even has a frog crossing on the back deck. Rooms a spacious, two patients per room in most cases, full kitchen and laundry facilities, beautiful grounds.
Dar would have therapy 5 days a week, weekends are laid back. Walks could be taken in her wheelchair. Town is not very far at all.
Liisa Todd, charge nurse was very nice and answered all our questions.
John’s dad Kevin told us to hurry up and get Dar to the facility. Can’t wait to get the gang back together.
05-18-2009
0325 Hours
Talked with Dar’s sister Christine and he mom last night bout 9ish. They had just gotten home after visiting Dar on Sunday.
I returned home Saturday night knowing I had more paperwork to fill out for Tuesday’s appointment and bills to pay. Seems like I just did that a couple of weeks ago.
Dar’s mom, dad and Christine had a good visit, got to the hospital bout 8:00, went for a walk about 10:00 after Dar’s hand and leg splints were taken off. Returned about noon as the temperature was beginning to climb and Dar had an OT Therapy at 12:30.
Family noticed that Dar was very comfortable but just a little too laid back, rested and napped frequently but all in all they had a very good time with Dar.
I kind of think Dar might be getting a little something for the pain of her bladder stones. I can’t even begin to know how she must feel. Today we should learn what the plan is for their removal. I will be emailing Dr. Waters as soon as I post this edition of Dar’s Recovery.
I hope all of you have a great week: school coming to and end for the year, vacations to plan, projects to do, trips to take, Dar and I hope you have a wonderful summer and we still look forward to seeing each and every one of you to thank you for your continued prayers and support. We love you all,
Dar/Danny
1355 Hours
Well the verdict is in regarding the bladder stones. Yesterday Dar had an ultrasound and it was confirmed that she has several stones.
I had just learned this from the attending weekend doctor when I received an email from Dr. Doherty. Doctor D tells me that doctor Waters will be in touch with a urologist on Monday to set up a game plan for their removal and or destruction.
Truthfully this is a good piece of news, now we can deal with the issue and even make Dar more comfortable and promote better healing throughout her body. This should greatly improve her ability to focus on other things during her recovery.
So, the plan for this coming week looks like this, eradicate those nasty stones, see Dr. Courey in San Francisco on Tuesday and of course lots of therapy during the week.
Visited the Caremeridian facility in Fairfax, got a chance to catch up with old friends. John Murph, Ryne Spitzer and Darlene’s very first roommate at Kentfield were all there. Had a great time catching up and visiting with theirs families. Had a chance to chat with Kevin, Molly, Larry and his wife, Carol.
The facility is very nice and as I was warned, loud with frogs. Even has a frog crossing on the back deck. Rooms a spacious, two patients per room in most cases, full kitchen and laundry facilities, beautiful grounds.
Dar would have therapy 5 days a week, weekends are laid back. Walks could be taken in her wheelchair. Town is not very far at all.
Liisa Todd, charge nurse was very nice and answered all our questions.
John’s dad Kevin told us to hurry up and get Dar to the facility. Can’t wait to get the gang back together.
05-18-2009
0325 Hours
Talked with Dar’s sister Christine and he mom last night bout 9ish. They had just gotten home after visiting Dar on Sunday.
I returned home Saturday night knowing I had more paperwork to fill out for Tuesday’s appointment and bills to pay. Seems like I just did that a couple of weeks ago.
Dar’s mom, dad and Christine had a good visit, got to the hospital bout 8:00, went for a walk about 10:00 after Dar’s hand and leg splints were taken off. Returned about noon as the temperature was beginning to climb and Dar had an OT Therapy at 12:30.
Family noticed that Dar was very comfortable but just a little too laid back, rested and napped frequently but all in all they had a very good time with Dar.
I kind of think Dar might be getting a little something for the pain of her bladder stones. I can’t even begin to know how she must feel. Today we should learn what the plan is for their removal. I will be emailing Dr. Waters as soon as I post this edition of Dar’s Recovery.
I hope all of you have a great week: school coming to and end for the year, vacations to plan, projects to do, trips to take, Dar and I hope you have a wonderful summer and we still look forward to seeing each and every one of you to thank you for your continued prayers and support. We love you all,
Dar/Danny
1 comment:
It's been a while since I have been able to get on the Net. Great to catch up on Dar's progress. Who'd ever have guessed that getting to zero was a good thing.
David
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