6-14-23: Let's Try This Again

One month until surgery, and we have another appointment with the orthopedic doctor to discuss further our decision to pursue medical intervention. We had a list of questions that we had been compiling since the diagnosis. These were questions we should have asked the doctor when we received the diagnosis, but I know that was not possible with the wave of emotions.

Having a clearer mind and having done plenty more research on this condition, the doctor, and the options for DD (Dear Daughter), I considered this appointment invaluable. I wanted to ensure we got the most out of it possible. I could have asked my questions via the web portal, but I wanted to ask in person. I wanted to almost 'interview' the doctor. If he's going to be performing any surgery on our sweet baby girl, I need to feel comfortable with him, confident in his abilities, and confident in his decisions. I also needed to know that he was comfortable and confident in himself.

This was a very productive appointment. While I am not looking forward to the surgery day, part of me just wants to do it now and get it over with. I'm definitely feeling more ready for this.

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