Where would I be with out my husband, Peter?
The many nurses and assistants that tended to my every need.
I was unable to write while I was in the NEB Hospital. Peter was great to keep up the blog while I was in the hospital. I can't even begin to tell you how much a help my sister Wendy was/is. She was there morning noon and night to make sure I wasn't losing it and making sure all was going the way it should. Wendy always stays on top of the family's medical "stuff".
This time she didn't have to worry much since the NEB was fantastic. They ARE truly great at joint replacement. They know every detail and are ready for anything. There was ALWAYS some one there to help me, or to answer questions. They explained everything in detail. (Another reason why Wendy was so helpful. I was too drugged to really GET everything.)
The moment I stepped into the pre-op station I was amazed with all the cleanliness and efficiency. I didn't sit alone for more than 10 minutes. There were a complete TEAM of doctors and nurses each in charge of one thing or another. They were constantly explaining what they were doing and all had a great attitude. When I woke up from the operation, I was greeted with more smiles and calming words. I felt great and couldn't believe I had been under for 4 hours. Dr Reilly and his team were fantastic.
When I DID get sick, it was because of the mix of pain meds with the anesthesia. After a while it wore off and I began to be able to eat again. I began to feel a bit normal. They were great taking me through the ordeal and finding the right pain med that would work for me.
I can't tell you how right I feel about the decision I made to go with the Baptist. I am looking forward to the day I can walk up to the hospital without assistance and tell them...Thanks!
and that day will be here before you know it!
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