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I wish your father the best.  Keep us informed on his progress.

Greg
47/35/35
----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Fleming, Jennifer" <[log in to unmask]>
To: <[log in to unmask]>
Sent: Friday, July 21, 2000 9:21 AM
Subject: Re: DBS surgery question


> Please send your replies my way also.  I will forward them to my dad.
> 
> Thx, Jennifer, Dad w/ PD  56/39
> 
> BTW, My dad may join the group and I have told him that when he does I will
> unsubscribe if he wants.  I want him to be able to share with out his
> daughter onlooking.  I will then join the CARE list.  I'll let you know.
> 
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Kari Hughes (Join the list) [mailto:[log in to unmask]]
> Sent: Friday, July 21, 2000 9:01 AM
> To: [log in to unmask]
> Subject: DBS surgery question
> 
> 
> Hello,
> 
> I am seeking information for my husband's father.  He has had Parkinson's
> for
> 15 years and is still a young man (55).  Recently a neurologist advised him
> to have the deep brain stimulation implant.  His surgery date is fast
> approaching and he is looking for feedback from patients who have had this
> procedure.  (Was it worth it? What improvements did you experience?  What
> negative side effects did you experience?   Do you still have to take your
> medication?  Etc.)  Thank you very much.
> 
> Sincerely,
> 
> Kari
>