After a full year of prodding from neurologists, problems with meds, fear, loathing, research, hope, and 9 evaluation appointments, I have been offered the opportunity to have a Deep Brain Stimulation system implanted. With the blessings of my parents, my children, and Mrs. Fading Angler, I have decided to accept the offer. The image at the right should give you an idea of what's involved in the procedure, and perhaps why it took me so long to make up my mind.
The procedure is scheduled for late April at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota. I am fortunate to live only about 3 hours away from Mayo, as they are rated by some as the best neurosurgery center in the nation.
Lots to do between now and then. But first, I'm going to put my boots in some trout streams and annoy some trout this weekend. Check
Instagram for photos.
