August 3, 2020
Interventive
Yesterday’s transfer from Inova Loudoun to the Fairfax campus went well. Jen’s new nurses and doctors are taking good care … Read More “Interventive”
August 1, 2020
Total Hip
Dr. Wodajo (Orthopedic Surgeon) wants to transfer Jen to Inova Fairfax this weekend, where he plans to perform the first … Read More “Total Hip”
July 31, 2020
Pain & Gain
Jen’s doing a little better than yesterday. Today’s gains are small, but we are grateful for them. Despite injections in … Read More “Pain & Gain”
July 30, 2020
Some Success
Jen’s surgery was moderately successful. The procedure took about an hour longer than planned. Dr. Syed said the CT scans showed … Read More “Some Success”
July 29, 2020
Acetabular
Dr. Syed is excited about what he expects from Jen’s acetabular lesion ablation and cement procedure this afternoon. It is … Read More “Acetabular”
Sixth Fraction
Yesterday’s radiation session (the last of this round) was a success. The transfer (getting Jen from her bed to the … Read More “Sixth Fraction”
July 28, 2020
Fifth Fraction
Yesterday’s session (Jen’s fifth) seemed a little different. “Normally, the radiation is over so quickly that I don’t know it’s … Read More “Fifth Fraction”
July 26, 2020
Plans
Good news! Jen’s pneumonia is under control and she is off supplemental oxygen. Her lungs sound good and her pulse … Read More “Plans”
July 24, 2020
Third Fraction
Jen had her third radiation treatment (fraction) yesterday. It was another success. Though she should have more relief over the … Read More “Third Fraction”
July 22, 2020
Radiation
Yesterday’s radiation session (Jen’s first) was not pleasant. Transferring her from a wheelchair to the positioning table was awkward and … Read More “Radiation”