This surgery seems to be easier on Steve and me than the last but not true for Donovan. He's been so brave, asking us questions about his fears and expressing concerns and then going back to whatever we have distracting him for the moment.
This team taking care of Donovan is excellent! They had medicine in him immediately to calm nerves and put him at ease. Dr. Forness again walked through all the details and the reason for each of the procedures. They will be de-rotating both of his femurs, lengthening his adductor muscle and one hamstring and altering one of the quad muscles.
Even with his hesitations about today, you can see Donovan was still our happy guy this morning.
Received a call at 9:30 saying the first incision has been made. The estimates are that it will be 6 hours from this time, maybe more.
Just got an update from the anesthesiologist, D's classmates Dad! It made him very happy to hear that his friend's Dad was going to be one of his doctors. Donovan is doing well, with his heart-rate low; a good sign that he is feeling no pain. They are very conscientious to take steps towards Donovan's comfort, even with him being out. We are extremely grateful for this hospital and the care they take!
Thank you all for the prayers and wishes! We have been head down in the details of preparing for today and the recovery but please know every one of your gestures and notes have touched us deeply. We are feeling the strength of your prayers.
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