They took Brida into the OR at 1:00. We were prepped by the Anesthesiologist (Dr. Clark) and his resident on what his role is and some details on how he approaches these cases. Erin asked about his experiences with these complex cases and he said he trained at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHoP) and worked with Dr. Norwood, the surgeon that developed the Norwood Procedure that Brida is having today. Dr. Clark has assisted in over 200 of these HLHS procedures. We signed another authorization form for him to administer anesthesia.
Dr. Gruber and his PA then came by and checked in. They gave us a beeper for them to reach us with updates. Dr. Clark and some other hospital staff then escorted Brida and us to the surgical floor. We got a chance to give Brida a kiss before she headed to the OR. Erin and I then walked down to the surgery waiting room where we are now waiting for the updates (and praying for a successful surgery).
Praying to Saint John of God, patron saint of heart patients...
ReplyDeleteSounds like God has provided a great team for her surgery. God is with her. We will continue our prayers. Praying God will comfort Erin and Sam during the surgery.
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Joanne
Our positive thoughts and prayers are with you all!
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