I'm in the Bay Area, California.
Cost isn't really an issue for me, I saved up enough.
Are there any well known, respected surgeons who do this procedure in Northern California?
Right now I'm leaning towards going with Dr. Debiparshad in Las Vegas. Looking to do the precise 2.2 method.
btw I've been reading varying responses to this question, so if anyone could clarify I'd really appreciate it:
How long after surgery will I be able to walk/work again? That's my biggest concern, the less time I can take off work, the better.
I've heard some responses say I should be able to walk with crutches 2-3 days after surgery, and without crutches about a month after surgery? is that true?
That doesn't sound right though.. aren't you supposed to be in bed/wheelchair for three months while your bone grows?
Overwhelmed with trying to pick a surgeon. + basic question
Quote from: Kaladin on May 15, 2023, 09:14:50 PMI'm in the Bay Area, California.
Cost isn't really an issue for me, I saved up enough.
Are there any well known, respected surgeons who do this procedure in Northern California?
Mahboubian or Kandemir.
Dr. Gay at Silicon Valley Orthopedics is your guy.
How much you lengthen determines how long your recovery will be.
I’m in the exact same position as you. Tech multi-millionaire in the Bay Area 26 years old. I ended up with Dr D. Cost “isnt” an issue but doesn’t mean I want to spend an extra $20k cash for something with the same end results. Most of my net worth is tied up in stocks I don’t wanna sell right now anyways. I already lost $80k by selling my stocks back in March to pay cash for the surgery relative to what the stocks would have been worth today.
I chose Dr. D since I just drove 8 hours on a Sunday down to Vegas. Stayed there for 4 weeks total (1 week prior to surgery, and 3 weeks after). Flew my family down for the last week while I did the first 2-3 weeks post surgery alone. And drove up with my mom back to the Bay Area where I’m currently recovering.
Dr D has pros and cons. He’s on par with any US doctor in terms of femur. I mean he’s a Harvard graduate with his own spinal ortho clinic where he does surgery 3 days a week (and CLL only on some fridays). 80% of his patients are non cosmetic patients and his skills does not need any more convincing. The hospital where he does it at is great, your recovery room is also good because the nurse on that floor has seen Dr D patients over the years so they know what you need and know what procedure you just did.
Cons. Front office sucks after you leave Vegas and try to get in touch with questions. Granted you don’t really need follow up questions and most of your “complications” self resolve within 2-3 weeks. But still, just annoying trying to get their attention once you’re back in the bay.
Feel free to ask my any more questions, I paid $70k cash for the whole thing ($60k cash to the office, $10k HSA/credit card directly to the hospital).
For your mobility questions. If you are WFH like me, I only took surgery day off (Friday). Granted m
The next 2 weeks , even though I’m working, my productivity was low. But my manager knew I had surgery so she didn’t care.
Depending on your weight and nail size, the answer to your question changes. But if you’re like me (150 pounds, largest nail 12.5mm) you slowly learn to walk with a walker the day of surgery. They have a PT that trains you in the afternoon (surgery in morning). First 2-3 weeks I mainly used my wheelchair. But then when I got back to the Bay Area I stored that thing away and only used my walker. Walking helps the bone heals faster. But I prob walk 0.25 mile every day total. Mostly just walking around in the house. Occasionally going out to eat. But basically after 3 weeks you can walk/drive on your own in and out of buildings. But you need to sit. 0 chance of walking without a walker/crutches until at least 6 months after surgery date.
Quote from: ballsackoffury123 on May 15, 2023, 10:38:37 PMI’m in the exact same position as you. Tech multi-millionaire in the Bay Area 26 years old. I ended up with Dr D. Cost “isnt” an issue but doesn’t mean I want to spend an extra $20k cash for something with the same end results. Most of my net worth is tied up in stocks I don’t wanna sell right now anyways. I already lost $80k by selling my stocks back in March to pay cash for the surgery relative to what the stocks would have been worth today.
I chose Dr. D since I just drove 8 hours on a Sunday down to Vegas. Stayed there for 4 weeks total (1 week prior to surgery, and 3 weeks after). Flew my family down for the last week while I did the first 2-3 weeks post surgery alone. And drove up with my mom back to the Bay Area where I’m currently recovering.
Dr D has pros and cons. He’s on par with any US doctor in terms of femur. I mean he’s a Harvard graduate with his own spinal ortho clinic where he does surgery 3 days a week (and CLL only on some fridays). 80% of his patients are non cosmetic patients and his skills does not need any more convincing. The hospital where he does it at is great, your recovery room is also good because the nurse on that floor has seen Dr D patients over the years so they know what you need and know what procedure you just did.
Cons. Front office sucks after you leave Vegas and try to get in touch with questions. Granted you don’t really need follow up questions and most of your “complications” self resolve within 2-3 weeks. But still, just annoying trying to get their attention once you’re back in the bay.
Feel free to ask my any more questions, I paid $70k cash for the whole thing ($60k cash to the office, $10k HSA/credit card directly to the hospital).
bro I really appreciate the response. $70k is worth it imo, I was expecting to spend closer to $100k.
btw why did you stay in Vegas for so long after surgery? Did you get a room at an extended stay hotel?
Would it be a bad idea for me to have the surgery and then immediately go back home to the Bay Area?
Are you seeing a physical therapist to help with recovery? or are you just doing streches/exercises at home yourself?
Quote from: Kaladin on May 15, 2023, 11:20:04 PMbro I really appreciate the response. $70k is worth it imo, I was expecting to spend closer to $100k.
btw why did you stay in Vegas for so long after surgery? Did you get a room at an extended stay hotel?
Would it be a bad idea for me to have the surgery and then immediately go back home to the Bay Area?
Are you seeing a physical therapist to help with recovery? or are you just doing streches/exercises at home yourself?
You have to have an in person check up with the doctor 2 weeks after surgery. After that you are free to leave. Also 10 PT sessions is included. So i did 4 the first week and 3 the second and 3 the third.
I did an airbnb about 20 mins away from the clinic. It costed me about $2k for the month and has 3 bedrooms. It was large so I can use my wheelchair around the house. The hotels has tiny rooms and costs more. I'd find a whole house in vegas on airbnb, cheaper, and way more comfortable.
I do stretches/exercises at home myself. I bought all the equipments (massage bed, and all random things on amazon). I do a way better job than any of the PT places lol, I'm not gonna spend $100 for a 30 min PT session in the bay area for them to do what I can do alone at home.
Quote from: ballsackoffury123 on May 15, 2023, 11:29:21 PMYou have to have an in person check up with the doctor 2 weeks after surgery. After that you are free to leave. Also 10 PT sessions is included. So i did 4 the first week and 3 the second and 3 the third.
I did an airbnb about 20 mins away from the clinic. It costed me about $2k for the month and has 3 bedrooms. It was large so I can use my wheelchair around the house. The hotels has tiny rooms and costs more. I'd find a whole house in vegas on airbnb, cheaper, and way more comfortable.
I do stretches/exercises at home myself. I bought all the equipments (massage bed, and all random things on amazon). I do a way better job than any of the PT places lol, I'm not gonna spend $100 for a 30 min PT session in the bay area for them to do what I can do alone at home.
That's a good idea, I'll likely do the same with an airbnb.
How long ago did you get your surgery done? how is the growth coming along? Are you able to walk on your own yet?
Quote from: Kaladin on May 15, 2023, 11:51:58 PMThat's a good idea, I'll likely do the same with an airbnb.
How long ago did you get your surgery done? how is the growth coming along? Are you able to walk on your own yet?
2 months ago. Like what do you mean by walk on your own? Like with a walker? sure you can do that after surgery. If you mean walk without any assistance, you wont be able to do that until 6 months after surgery. None of the USA nails are weight bearing. You might want to do more research on this surgery bro, I understand some questions specific to doctors or advanced questions. but a lot of your questions are sort of basic ones that are sorta pointless to answer.
Quote from: ballsackoffury123 on May 15, 2023, 11:55:44 PM2 months ago. Like what do you mean by walk on your own? Like with a walker? sure you can do that after surgery. If you mean walk without any assistance, you wont be able to do that until 6 months after surgery. None of the USA nails are weight bearing. You might want to do more research on this surgery bro, I understand some questions specific to doctors or advanced questions. but a lot of your questions are sort of basic ones that are sorta pointless to answer.
Oh sorry yea I'm still reading up on this, I asked that because I wasn't sure if you were still recovering or how long ago you've had the procedure.
6 months with crutches is gonna make this tough for me since my work requires me to walk around and pick things up.
really a bummer, I need to figure out what to do about the work situation. Really wish I did this in 2020 when I wasn't working for that year..
I started going thorugh and reading your old posts to learn more. gonna keep track of your progress here if you keep posting updates.
Thanks again bro
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