Sheila, I don't know anyone that has had a Sarasota DBS and even with the risks I took to have my DBS I would not have brain surgery by a Dr. that I didn't know of his results. I have become a peer counsellor to speak out for the Portland surgery team. So I am no longer objective. >Hi, I used to be very involved with this list and recently rejoined for >some information regarding the subthalamic stimulation surgery being done in >Sarasota. > >Have any of you had this done in Sarasota or know of anyone who has looked >into it? > >Tom is looking to have it done in October and we are just researching any >personal experiences prior to making a final decision. > >Thank you. > >You can respond directly to Tom at [log in to unmask] or Sherry >Stoltz his sister who is going to be going with him at [log in to unmask] > >I would appreciate any help you can give. > >Sheila De Vine >[log in to unmask] jjjane http://www.geocities.com/soho/village/6263/pienet/hithgang/hitjaner.html