Do I Feel Lucky??

Jim,

Please do. There are LOTS of here with neobladders who would be happy to answer any questions.

Mike

Mike - Surgery is scheduled for Wednesday, December 15th. I know you got the neo so I hope to be able to ask you some things when they come up as I research more.

Pat - That's great to hear. I'm really nervous about this whole thing but it helps to know I will be in very capable hands. I'll post more as things progress. Support and knowledge from those that have been there is really going to help ease my anxiety.

Jim...great place..great surgeon.
keep us updated
pat

Jim,

Ask away!
First off, congratulations on your choice of hospital and surgeon! You are certainly doing the right thing there!

When is your surgery scheduled?

Mike

Hi again,

I wanted to provide an update and also thank everyone who has been so helpful so far. I say so far because I think I'm going to need your continued help and support.

After much soul searching and many discussions with family, friends and the professionals, I have decided to have the RC. Many factors led to this decision. Statistical odds, BCG hell the last few weeks, and the desire to get off the merry-go-round were just a few.

I've opted for the neo-bladder and my surgery is scheduled for December 15th. It will be done at the IU Med Center in Indianapolis by Dr. Robert Bihrle. I wish I was going in for it tomorrow...just want to get it over with now that a decision has been made.

I hope you veterans won't mind if I post questions as arise. Then, after it's over, maybe I can help the next person that comes along in the same boat.

Anyway, thank you all again for the help and support. You'll see me around these next few weeks as B-Day (bladder day) approaches.