United Brachial Plexus Network, Inc.

Anyone hear from Ivelisse? Jocey had surgery at TCH on Monday and I've been thinking about them all and wondering how they're doing. Ivelisse, if you're reading this, I hope things are going well for Jocey and the rest of your beautiful family. You're in our thoughts and prayers. Please give us an update when you have a chance. -Tina )

Jocey had her surgery on the 21st. It took about 13 hours and she did very well.

She is currently in an intermediate care unit - where she has one on one with the nurse. They are watching her very carefully. She's not allowed to move at all or even change the position of her bed - there's a lot that has to heal yet and she might be casted tomorrow. She's in the hospital until Sunday or Monday.

I spoke to sweet Jocey today - such a tiny little voice. She sounds happy.

Ivelisse had a therapist from the hospital get involved and she spoke to Jocey numerous times - and was also there when Jocey got to see her incision / scar for the first time. She said it is oval shape and looks like a burn (that's the skin grafting).

So...so far all is well! Thank God !

-francine