well got the call today that mikey goes an sees the neuro surgeon on june 12th for the first time.. im a little nervous and scared about it, but also ready to know what is in the future for my little man. He is seeing Dr.Gump... when i heard the name all i could do was say "run forest run.." lol.. but on a serious not im wondering what all he is gonna say and do... how was everyone's first neuro surgeon appointment.. what all was done then???
Julia had two "first" neurosurgeon appointments. Both were very different! The standard neuro testing was the same for both doctors. Touch your nose follow my finger type stuff. The first neuro surg we saw pretty much told us to stall the surgery as long as we could-the second directed every question to Julia ( she's 10). Why do you want this surgery, what is your pain like. You have to go with your gut. Its hard enouogh for us mom's to even find a pediatric neurosurgeon but also one who has delt with Chiari. Julia had her surgery by the second doctor and we would not have wanted it ANY other way! Best of luck and health to you and your family! xoxoxo