Hoping to join the class of 2015

[pockie]

Thanks for that input....good to know

Yeah, I'm really leaning towards going through with the implant . Pretty much at the point where I just wanna stop worrying about this thing and enjoy things the way they were meant to be (or in the bionic case, even better than regular guys haha)....kind of telling myself that yes there are risks but at the same time I'm putting myself in the hands of one of the top surgeons and would do the same when I eventually need further replacements down the road. ..

I had a similar reasoning - there are risks and complications. However, I did as much research as possible, and one of the top surgeons in the world as far as implants is concerned is doing this. So basically everything that was in my hands was done in the best way possible, the rest is in the hands of the surgeon.

If you were in the hands of an unknown surgeon, there'd be a lot to be concerned about, but under the circumstances you're in the probability for any serious complication is extremely minimal.

[KMeister]

Would someone repost the study article about pumping prior to surgery. I REALLY would like to read it or related articles but all I have been getting from the links are errors codes. Thanks d

Here you go...

http://digital.healthcaregroup.advansta ... tid=20#/28

[farmallfarmer]

notice that this pumping will get you back to your 'original' length

[alibaba]

for some reason this time and all the previous times I try to view this Urology Times article, I get this same message. Module Load Error Error loading module: RSL http://digital.healthcaregroup.advansta ... .13495.swz failed to load. Error #2046
Module URL: http://digital.healthcaregroup.advansta ... oolbar.swf
Bottom line, I have never been able to read it. Maybe there is a different link somewhere or this is is a read only for a specific browser? d

[alibaba]

My own post gave me an idea. I loaded google chrome. Though I could not read but a a small bit on Chrome, I was able to print it. Thanks. Been looking forward to reading it. Also reminded that Chrome works even though nothing is easy to use on it. Thanks. d

[username_taken29]

Hi everyone,

I'm in the process of booking my procedure with Dr. Eid. Question for you - there is a medical clearance form that is required. Essentially, it is meant to inform my doctor that the implant will be inserted and it asks that the doctor agrees to the plan. If so and in order to proceed, a comprehensive medical note which discusses the patient's current medical issues particularly focused on cardiovascular health is requested by the anesthesia staff. The patient's pre-op requirements and written permission to proceed are also asked for.

My big question is which doctor needs to fill this out. I have a family doctor that I have not seen in years. the doctor is also very closed-minded and would not even understand the need for this surgery or what it is all about. Separately, I have been going to an ED clinic for the past couple years. They have doctors there which prescribed me Cialis and the injections and previously ran some blood tests, etc. Would it be appropriate / acceptable for me to ask one of those doctors for a note? i think they would be way better positioned b/c they actually understand the concept of an implant and are closer to my situation with the pills and injections. The only problem is they are not my general practicioner and so I don't know if they would even agree to write a release note.

Thanks for any input.

[username_taken29]

Sorry guys,

Just a quick update on this....it had been so long since I visited my former family doctor....but I just spoke to my parents and it turns out he is now retired! So as it stands, I actually don't even have a primary care physician right now.

I'm a little confused about who will provide this clearance form now

[Brad89]

I think your best bet would be to call Dr. EId's office and explain the situation to them and see what they tell you do, you may need to get a new family doctor, or he may allow your urologist to fill out the form, but that is what I would do. Best of luck

[username_taken29]

I think you're right Brad...will do that tomorrow...probably best to hear directly from the source.

[RelievedofED1]

Sorry guys,

Just a quick update on this....it had been so long since I visited my former family doctor....but I just spoke to my parents and it turns out he is now retired! So as it stands, I actually don't even have a primary care physician right now.

I'm a little confused about who will provide this clearance form now

The medical clearance form typically if not always comes from a primary care doctor who is a medical not surgical specialist who will do a physical exam, take a history and order the preop labs needed by Dr Eid. The primary care doc makes sure that you dont have any medical issues that would make your surgery inadvisable or risky. The doc will evaluate your heart and lungs etc and confirm that your blood count, liver, kidney functions and clotting chemicals and times are all normal. Urologists at least any I have worked with dont do these medical preop clearances. Dr Eid might have someone he knows but that would involve two trips to NYC. How long would it take to get innto a new doc closer to home? Good luck.