What a Dope!

True story...

We visited the Montana Roberges in May, 2019. I remember (without warning) getting out of the car and standing on the sidewalk trying to move my legs, but couldn't. Matt got me a walking stick and I made my way into the house. Called that day and made an appointment to see my doctor when I got home on Monday. Limped badly all weekend.

May 20, 2019 - Saw GP. Got X-ray. Arthritis in hip. Where did that come from? Been happening over a long time. What do they say about "What you don't know that you don't know..."?

May 23, 2019 - Saw surgeon. Very excitedly showed me the new parts that he wanted to install in my body. No other options. Not gonna get better.

August 14, 2019 - Saw PCP, got referral for second opinion.

November 1, 2019 - Met second surgeon. He told me what I wanted to hear. Try physical therapy, use cane even when I don't need it. Ibuprofen to reduce inflammation. I'll know when I'm ready because I'll be tired of saying "No" to things that I really want to do.

4 years of stupidity, denial and missed fun.

June 21, 2023 - New X-rays.

July 13, 2023 - Meet with PA/Surgeon. It's time. Schedule surgery ASAP.

November 9, 2023 - Woke up from surgery very pissed off at myself for waiting so long, missing what I missed and most importantly, not giving my family what they wanted.

I was cautious about falling for 3 months after surgery (per PA/surgeon), but have never had pain in that hip since I woke up after surgery and there's not a lot that I can't do.

That first round of X-rays cost about $1,000 and led to a surgery that cost $53,000.

I have insurance, but how much 'living' did my denial, stupidity and delay cost me?

When was the last time you lost a sale that you shouldn't have lost?

How long have you been in denial? How long will you delay? at what cost?

What don't you know that you don't know?

AMA re: X-ray & Consult ?