That's it, let's set the wheels in motion!
I expect to arrive in WPB on 25 June 2015. The consult is setup for the 26th June and surgery date is 30th June.
And I haven't even met the man yet!
I'm grateful as Dr Paley is on vacation at the time but will be coming in for the surgery. Though lately and increasingly, I'm not sure that's such a great thing- What if (karma forbid) there is a complication- is he then unreachable?! I'm trying not to over-think this bit *gritted teeth*
Ok, so other than hospital fees which is taken care of, I'm in the process of booking accommodation at the Homewood Suites and am yet to sort out air tickets. I will be flying in across oceans from Asia and for someone who is usually adversely affected by jet lag, it's yet the last worry on my mind for now.
The forums are a rich archive for Prep info and there really isn't anything new or personal to add as yet, but feel free to reach out with specific questions and/or advise and I will do my best. My gut knows I certainly need the encouragement!
Especially if there are ladies who have been Paley patients, being female of the species myself, I haven't come across many women Paley patients here.
Alas, I have a ton of work to wrap up before I leave on the extended "holiday".
More later comrades!
*Femurs/Precise 2.1/Dr Paley- Surgery 30 June 2015*
Hi Kilo!
Thanks, I've got the jitters for sure.
It's odd, coz when I 1st decided to do it, I was all gung-ho and matter-of-factly about it... And now, I'm not quite cool cat no more 
Reckon by mid June, I'd be ting bricks!
My biggest fear has to be - that of Fat embolism-- recall another patient's experience of it- between the pressurised cylinder they put him in and the bursting of his IV tube (was it?) I'm scarred!
It's more like Precice was my 1st choice, honestly, as a mechanical engineer based on papers that Dr Paley shared with me, I felt it was a good design and I'm convinced twisting cant be good for consolidation of bone. And Paley, of course, his reputation precedes him.
Also both my Alma maters are in the US and having spent considerable time there, if I had to leave home for the surgery, I'd rather it be the US than anywhere else.
So, I measure exactly 5' and hope to gain the full 8cm (fingers & toes crossed)
Hey there PD! I was just about to msg you about my decision actually 
Yes, I wouldn't ever consider tibia.
Your diary is certainly one I'll be perusing to compare. I remember having felt so bad about your irregular lengthening and thought it such a pity, as otherwise you seemed to embody all that would go perfectly per plan with Paley. (Also your going in blind resonated with me- It's how I tend to be too)
Oh well, I am glad you are well now mate, and the rest as they say is history
Precisely PD!! Exactly why I told Paley I wish to get an x-ray every week (in lieu of waiting the 2 weeks) during distraction (and pay extra for the same as required) but he insists its not required, saying P2.1 is very reliable. Let's see...
Paley is extremely assuaging of all concerns really
Thanks very much for the offer, you are very kind. I am afraid I will take you up on that offer.
Agree with PD and for me, it was the possibility of (minor but chronic) knee pain and other issues like compartment syndrome, which aren't a problem with femurs.
To be perfectly frank, that was enough to put me off and consequently I didn't research it further, as retention of an active, pain free, agile lifestyle is of utmost importance to me. Luckily for me, my existing proportions (arm, tibial & torso length) would only be made perfect by an increase of 7-8cm on my femurs.
Agree PD! I'm told it is an improved version but more from a weight bearing pov is what I gather, doubt the lengthening mechanism (& reliability of the same) is improved upon in any way.
And so I've asked the hospital how many x-rays post surgery are actually included in the lump-sum (so I know how many more I'll need, the cost etc) but I am yet to be given a number.
Do you know/recall? I remember reading somewhere that it is capped at a certain number...
Hi DIFM, good to connect. See u in flesh, all the best! 
Hi Chen! When is your surgery scheduled?
I expect to arrive in WPB 25th
Chen, good luck with ur exams, but just note that if u r looking to decide on surgery date in July, u might not get one as quickly as Aug, just a heads up to check with the Hospital on this in advance.
Feel free to use the PM feature on here for any questions that you may have, it's certainly the best way to connect with me.
It is! By any definition, it's substantial 
I view it as A) An investment towards my happiness going forward and B) It equating to my peace of mind that if anything were to f**k up (karma forbid!) during the surgery, distraction etc, that it certainly wouldn't be from cutting of corners
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