Thursday, September 10, 2009

1st Appointment

Mary just got out of her 1st appointment at Northwestern Memorial Hospital with her new doctor. The doctor didn't give any new information on Mary's diagnosis but gave an idea of what's to come.

Mary, Greg, and Julie were all extremely pleased with the new doctor. The doctor is personable, easy to relate to, genuine, wants to lay everything out and stay one step ahead, and even referred to Mary as her "love." Both Mary and Julie also described her as aggressive (in a good way!).

She's now going over with Greg and Julie to check into her hospital room. They don't plan on starting treatment til Monday but they would still like her to stay in the hospital starting today to prep her for the upcoming treatment. The doctor will continue reviewing my mom's paperwork and will get more information from Morris tomorrow. During the treatment and stay at the hospital the doctor wants mom walking everyday, biking, and staying in her normal routine.

The doctor was so happy that my mom has a lot of support. The doctor knows people do much better in treatment when they have family and friends who encourage them along the way.

Please keep the messages coming...we have definitely been sharing them with Mary!!

8 comments:

  1. We are so glad to hear that all went well. It sure sounds like you are in the right place. We are praying for you often!!! Steve and I send our love! Perhaps put the mailing address on this sight. Also, are non-family allowed to visit the hospital? Love, Debbie

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  3. Hi, Mary and Family! The Kostbade's are praying for you! We are so sure God is holding you all close to His heart...

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  4. It's so good to hear that you've been blessed with a great doctor! And, we're glad that she knows how important you are, Mary, to so many people!! We love you and are praying you through this.

    Dana & Jason

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  5. Mary,
    I'm with you in thoughts and prayers. You are a strong individual mentally, physically and one with God.
    I say "kick butt" like we did in high school...
    Sending big hugs & kisses!
    Kathy Higgins

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  6. mary mary today is friday see you sunday afternoon keep your head up stay strong the jesus is with you you will be back before you know it better then ever we love you i miss you so much love bonnie

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  7. We are home from dinner with friends tonight, and I was thinking of you often today! Well, every day lately! God, has been such a part of our friendship that we are so blessed to have. I want you to know that I am as committed to being a prayer warrior for you, as I am committed to God in Heaven! The lord is hearing your name so many times every day now, There are people you will never meet that are praying for you! You are loved! You are an amazing woman, and you are strong, and beautiful inside and out, and you will beat this! I have been so proud to call you," my Aunt" Mary, every day of my life and I love you so much! This is a stinking rotten way to find out, but you will know stronger and with out a doubt how much you are loved through all this. God will heal you!! Love, Kimmy

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  8. Hi Mary and Family,
    Just wanted to let you know you are all in my thoughts and prayers. You are such a strong person Mary and I have faith that God will bring you all through this.
    With love,
    Jonelle (Fish) Price

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