I've scheduled my Pre-Op Appointment with my Canadian family physician for September 28, 2009. (Always 1 month in advance of the surgery). There are several tests to be done, for example, blood work and EKG test. Also, my CPAP settings were faxed to Dr. Fitzer's office as I am required to bring my machine with me where they will administer it after surgery in the recovery room. My doctor will also prescribe the medication that may be required after surgery.
Today I also discussed how my salary will be handled during my time off with our Disability Management Group. Seems that everything should be fine for me to receive my benefits since OHIP has approved an it's not considered cosmetic but medically necessary. However, they will not be able to confirm payment of my salary until the forms are received from Dr. Fitzer and reviewed.
Word to the wise, stay on top of everything. Ask questions even if you think they are 'stupid'. Keep organized with all your paperwork! Brings you alot less stress and alot less work in the end.
I have decided not to drink any alcoholic beverages as of September 1st. My decision is simply based on avoiding anything that might jeopardize the healing process and trying to keep healthy enough to come out of this,... period! I've already been a non-smoker for quite a while now, so that is not an issue. If you are, however, considering the surgery at some point and are a smoker, you might want to look at options of quitting.
