Walking into my last pre-surgery appointment with Dr. Serena, I felt a mix of pride, relief, and a little bit of nervous anticipation. This journey had been challenging, but I had committed to making real changes—not just for the surgery, but for my long-term health.
Dr. Serena greeted me with her usual warmth, then smirked as she said, “Dr. O’Ryan had a lot of good things to say about you. He told me you’re looking beautiful—medically speaking, of course.”
I blinked, then grinned. “Oh, he said I was beautiful? I’m flattered ‘cause that man is FOINE! YA ZIG!”
Dr. Serena burst out laughing, shaking her head. "I knew you were gonna say that!"
Final Health Assessment & Encouragement
Once we stopped laughing, she got down to business, conducting a routine physical evaluation—checking my vitals, hemoglobin levels, and overall physical condition. As she finished, she nodded approvingly.
"You’ve come a long way. The way you’ve been taking care of yourself is really showing, and if you keep this up, your post-surgery recovery is going to be even smoother. I know it hasn’t been easy, but I’m really proud of you.”
Hearing that meant everything. This whole process wasn’t just about getting through surgery—it was about learning my body, changing my habits, and prioritizing my well-being.
Final Words Before Surgery
Before wrapping up the visit, Dr. Serena reminded me to stay hydrated, keep my stress levels low, and trust the process.
"You’ve set yourself up for success. Now just focus on staying calm and letting us take care of the rest."
As I walked out of her office, I felt ready. I had done the work. I had trusted the process. And now, all that was left was to step forward into this next phase of healing.
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