Today, Luzita arrived at the Standford Medical Center at 9:00 AM. Her surgery started at 1 PM and was finished by 4:30.
When we checked in, it was like a celebration. All of us were giggling and excited to be here. Our mood spilled out over the waiting areas.
We waited all afternoon, watching the monitor that posts the progress of all the patients. Doctor after doctor came to give other waiting family members good news, so we fully expected the same. When the bar showing Luzita's number turned red, indicating the end of surgery, we all waited in anticipation for the doctor to let us know how it went.
When Doctor Henderson, Luzita's surgeon, came out, we all knew it went well because he had such a big smile on his face as he greeted Juanito. Luzita did great! A bit later her neurologist, Helen Bronte-Stewart came out to confirm the same. She's very pleased with how everything went and gave dad some advice on medications and after care.
We are all so happy to be here and under the care of such a fantastic, caring team. We also got to meet Kathy, Luzita's surgical massage therapist, who worked on the tremor in Luz's leg throughout the procedures. She has a wonderful spirit and a sparkle in her eye.
Now, we are all waiting for Luzita to finish post operation procedures. We expect her to be wheeled through the hallway here in just a bit and then we'll be able to visit her once she is settled into her room.
Check back later this evening for post op photos, more photos of our day and Luzita's impressions of her experience.
Thank you all for your prayers, love and light. This has been an amazing experience. We celebrate this opportunity and are thrilled to have you all in our lives sharing it with us!
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