Pre-op Appointment

We arrived at Children's Hospital Boston at 7:30am on Monday, August 27th. It was a very long day. Diego had several procedures done in the morning; chest x-ray, echo, EKG, vitals, and blood work. In the afternoon we toured the ICU; then met with the surgeon, anesthesiologist and cardiologist.  Diego seemed to be emotionally strong and content.   I was very impressed with his calm demeanor during the blood draw.  He was engrossed in watching both the prick and the draw.  He was not the least bit phased by it.  In fact, as the blood was filling the tube, he said, "how cool!"

During the middle of all the pre-op procedures, we received an exciting phone message.  Diego’s eyes were smiling as he listened to the message.  He was selected to be on the American Heart Association printed materials for the upcoming year.  At this point, we don’t have any additional information, but it all stems back to Diego and the Jump Rope for Heart fundraiser at Eisenhower this past February.  The timing was perfect; it lifted our spirits during a stressful day!

Diego has to be at the hospital at 12:00pm Tuesday, August 28^th for the PA band surgery.