Today marks the 21st day post op.
The past week for me has been a bit of a whirlwind, I had to take some time and slow down. Work has picked up quite a bit, i needed to put in some extra time at that. Slowing down for me is hard sometimes, i just [...]
Just heard from Dr. Silber’s office. The Learning Channel (TLC) will be airing a show about the 2nd ovary transplant Dr. Silber did.
This is set to air FEB 21 2007 @ 08:00 PM (check local listing for your time)
Here is the information.
Link to show information on TLC website
TLC — Menopause at 22
Menopause at 22
For [...]
Continue reading about TLC special about 2nd case of ovary transplant
I put together a video to show you how the surgery day got started. This is a few minutes of what the prep looks like. They both are so nonchalant about the whole thing.
There are so many other nurses and doctors we met and talked to, but i only shot part of it. And [...]
I got a hold of the FOX piece tonight. Take a look here.
Just got confirmation that of Joy being able to lave the hospital.
She is feeling tired, but the pain is a lot better. She can feel the incision quite a bit today, and is glad to be eating!
We got all cleaned up and the room ready to for dispatch.
Dr. Silber came by today and checked in [...]
We are very thankful to have Joy and Maeapple’s story in the media, the more people hear about this procedure, the more women that can benefit from the work. I have uploaded the video from KMOV and added some comments.
Dr. Derosa (2nd surgeon) came by just now.
Looked at the incision, checked her out and said all looked really good. Since Joy is eating solid foods, the IV will come out soon, and we get to leave the hospital today. He also let us know the time frame for getting back to normal activity. No [...]
The day started with getting up early to pick Maeapple from the hotel and bring her to the hospital for a 7.45 interview with the local FOX affiliate, they did that one, and then did one with the local CBS affiliate. The CBS one aired tonight and you can watch it here.
We then [...]
Meapple was released from the hospital earlier this afternoon. Joy will have to stay a while longer since her procedure used a larger incision. I am happy that everyone is doing well and showing great signs of healing.
I can’t say enough about how brave these two women are, its completely awesome to witness. i watched [...]
Joy was brought out of surgery about 1/2 hour ago.
Dr. Silber describes the surgery as going perfect. All the blood flow is working as expected.
Joy is doing well, but she is very groggy and nauseous. They have her on an iv drip and anti nausea medication.
Tonight i will post some video from the last few [...]