Surgery...before or after move?

[pjb84 16]

Hi,

I'm planning on moving over the summer.

I'm supposed to meet my surgeon at the end of the month. And am hoping and praying I get a date in the next month.

I really don't want to start the process all over again. I've been preparing since July 2013.

What advise can you give?

[bravobentley 55]

it truly is a very personal choice but moving is already a highly stressful thing to do and if you move before surgery thats just putting more stress on your body to me... but if you wait until your moved you can be settled in and less stress than that of surgery and a move. Good Luck

[JanaAZ 16]

Personally I would rather be closer to my surgeon for ongoing treatment. I would wait until after you move to get the surgery. You shouldn't have to start over...I would assume that the new surgeon will take everything already done for our current surgeon.

[BlondeBanshee 91]

I had surgery in Mexico, and moved two weeks later. I'd hate for you to spend all this time and energy waiting to get approved only to have to start all over. Maybe you could find a new PCP at the new location have your surgeon write orders for the blood work you'll need in follow up. I think you'll be fine, but trust your instincts! Age and health issues need to be considered. If your surgeon is not worried about it then you should not worry!