Just a quick update to let everyone know the surgery went well and I feel very good. I recovered from the anesthesia very quickly, and did not need to be placed on the vent. In fact, the doctors were surprised at how well I recovered and how strong my abs were. I guess all those sit ups paid off since there was much less atrophy than they would have expected. They tested the device while I was on the OR table and told my family that it was the best results they had seen from any of the previous procedures. In fact, they were cheering in the OR because my measurements were off the charts. I am only the 14th person in the world to have this procedure done; so I do feel like a member of a special fraternity. In three weeks they will test the device. They need to give time for the surgical site to heal. One of the doctors was actually concerned that I might split my stitches because my cough was so strong. Hopefully all will go well with the tests. If so, in a few months I will have my trache removed. I also plan on having my diaphramatic pacer removed.
I want to thank everyone for your prayers. The support and outreach was so greatly appreciated. All of the support I have received these past 14 months has been overwhelming and I believe has helped get me through many of the difficult days.
I hope to be released from the hospital Friday afternoon and back at RaeAnn in time for Saturday’s OSU – Miami game. Go Bucks!
Finally, some pictures from the fundraiser have been posted to the Gallery. I will probably add more at a later date.
Thanks again for all your prayers and support.
Scott
HI Scott,
Wonderful news. Have been away for four days and was thinking of you and was so glad to read your posting. Doesn’t surprise me that you did well. You certainly have what it takes.
God continues to bless you.
Love,
Cherry
Great News!!! I love how you continue to go full speed ahead with your recovery. See you on Monday to give your neck and shoulder some needed relief. If you would like me to stop in over the week-end and work on you a little bit, let me know.
Steps towards independence !
Keep it up – you are tough and strong.
So why do you root for a football team that is essentially a “nut” LOL ha ha ha
Scott tell them I am joking!!
As our buddy, Rico Suave says, You are the man!
Glad that everything went well for you.
GO BUCKS!!
O-H …
You continue to amaze us! Go Scott, and go Bucks!!!!
Love, hugs and prayers from the cousins.
Scott,
Glad to hear everything went well. My family and I continue to pray for you each day.
Take it easy and go Bucks!
Matt Prusak
Hell ya man! I knew you would rock it. The Parkinson’s love you!
Scott,
Praying for you and praising God for His blessings this far! I just looked at the fundraiser pictures and might I say that when you are in a picture with your beautiful wife Kristy Jo- your face certainly lights up 🙂
May God Bless you both!
-Mandy
Thank You, God, for blessing Scott with amazing results on his surgery. How Great Thou Art!!!
I can’t believe that you are only 1 of 14 – WOW!!! You are in an elite group.
GO BUCKS!!!! Hope you enjoy the game!
God Bless You,
(Bobbi’s friend)
What wonderful news Scott! Praise the Lord! You keep working, I’ll keep praying.
I just returned from a college visit with my son to Miami – from what I understand, OSU won’t have a problem with Saturday’s game – and that came from the tour guide! 🙂
Blessings,
~Kelly
We are so thrilled and thankful and all praise be to God…
you alwayswill have us covering your back in prayer….you are strong and are truly loved. we got our pictures and will be sending them to your mom and dad…
love you,
the twins
Scott,
This is wonderful news. You are the miracle man! There will be more miracles forthcoming!!
Donna
Dear Scott,
This is wonderful news. You have been in the prayers of many people for more than a year. May your recovery from this procedure be as strong and speedy as your initial response to it.
God Bless,
Fr. Vincent, S. J.
Scott,
You are the man, the myth and the legend. 14th in the world and ratings off the charts. Doesn’t come as a surprise to me knowing all the power generated by your body, soul and mind. Just another success story to add to your Bucket List. Keep it up brother. Love you ‘Mini-Me.” Give the family kisses from your buddies in TN.
Rick, Patty and the Marsh posse
God be praised Scott. He CAN do all things. I am so happy that the surgery was so successful. You are in my prayers each and every day and will continue to be. I truly consider this to be a miracle for you. I’m also praying for John Paul II for the big miracle!
God Bless you always,
Rosetta Hunt
Naples, Fl.
so thrilled at how well the surgery went and how quickly you came out of anesthesia-that was a LONG surgery!!! I did not realize how new this procedure was. One more thing you’ll be able to advise people about. Love you! Aunt Marilou