Good News!

[kerina313]

We went for our 3 month evaluation and Emily's curve is the same as it was in July. We were really happy to hear that. Dr. Betz did say he wouldn't do anything to her until she's 8-10 degrees beyond her 73 degree curve. So if she stays the same we may hold off any surgery for awhile! Both he and Janet were very impressed with how well she's walking also.

Bad news is because of her heart issue, she may not have the surgery at Shriners. She may end up at CHOP, since we deal with Children's in DC for her heart.

However, depending on when she needs the surgery may change the circumstances as well. But I had to share the good news!

[Carmell]

Great news. Thanks for sharing, Erin. I'm very happy to hear Emily's curve is stable. I'm sure Dr. Betz was happy to hear that too. Whenever she does need surgery, Dr. Betz will make sure she gets the best care possible. I don't worry about that at all. Way to go walking! Lots of good things. Good luck with the heart stuff. I know that's an ongoing worry. Take care and thanks for keeping us posted.

[mariaf]

Kerina,

Glad to hear the news. We saw Dr. Betz last week (also got good news - now change in curve) and you can tell that he is genuinely happy when he is able to give a family encouraging news.

Best of luck to you!

Maria