Dr Steve and his Father

[BJB]

I heard that Dr Steve's Father is in the Hospital.

Steve, Just want you to know I am thinking about you and hope all goes well.

[markus]

prayers sent

[Vinnysrt8]

hope ur father is ok. steve

[HEMISFEAR]

Wishing your Pops and family the best Steve. Head up brother.

[Dr.Steve]

wow, thanks much for the support guys, I didn't realize this thread was even here. This is my first time logging on the "new" site because of things with my dad. Just to bring you all up to speed, my pops is only 66 years old, but has been obese my entire life. He developed diabetes 20 or so years ago and due to complications from diabetes and hypertension, he went into kidney failure and then on to hemodialysis about 3 years ago. He was also diagnosed with CML (a blood borne cancer, in remission for 5 years now on daily chemo) about 6 years ago. Last winter, dad had a minor foot injury that led to 7 surgeries on his right leg, ending up with a below the knee amputation. 2 Saturdays ago, he ended up back in the ICU where he lives (Pocono Mountain area). He was admitted to the ICU in septic shock and had his left leg amputated as an emergency. Dad then spent 6 days on the verge of passing away and with severe dementia in the ICU. His condition stabilized enough for us to move him this past Friday to a long term acute care facility in NJ. He is still not nearly the man he was just 10 days ago, his mentation is far from normal and he is extraordinarily weak. Each day my brothers and I are seeing more small hints of our dad coming back, but he has an enormous amount of fighting left to do. My biggest concern right now is his quailty of life and restoring his cognitive function. I will likely be on the boards a bit less for the time being, as visiting with Dad is now my 3rd job; but I wanted to let you guys know that your kind words and prayers are truly appreciated, and I'll keep you all updated on Dad's status.
thanks again

Steve

[Mag 8]

Hope you see more and more progress from your dad, Steve. All the best.

[HEMISFEAR]

wow, thanks much for the support guys, I didn't realize this thread was even here. This is my first time logging on the "new" site because of things with my dad. Just to bring you all up to speed, my pops is only 66 years old, but has been obese my entire life. He developed diabetes 20 or so years ago and due to complications from diabetes and hypertension, he went into kidney failure and then on to hemodialysis about 3 years ago. He was also diagnosed with CML (a blood borne cancer, in remission for 5 years now on daily chemo) about 6 years ago. Last winter, dad had a minor foot injury that led to 7 surgeries on his right leg, ending up with a below the knee amputation. 2 Saturdays ago, he ended up back in the ICU where he lives (Pocono Mountain area). He was admitted to the ICU in septic shock and had his left leg amputated as an emergency. Dad then spent 6 days on the verge of passing away and with severe dementia in the ICU. His condition stabilized enough for us to move him this past Friday to a long term acute care facility in NJ. He is still not nearly the man he was just 10 days ago, his mentation is far from normal and he is extraordinarily weak. Each day my brothers and I are seeing more small hints of our dad coming back, but he has an enormous amount of fighting left to do. My biggest concern right now is his quailty of life and restoring his cognitive function. I will likely be on the boards a bit less for the time being, as visiting with Dad is now my 3rd job; but I wanted to let you guys know that your kind words and prayers are truly appreciated, and I'll keep you all updated on Dad's status.
thanks again

Steve


WOW, sounds like your Dad's been through the ringer and the rest of you must be stressed as well. Really, wish you and the family all the best Steve, and MMF will be here when you get back..not something to think about now. I know all too well what you're going through.

[freemaSSon]

my friends, family and i join in pray for your father, you and all the faimly brother....for his health and your peace

praying for peace brother, for a SETTLED mind is with worth more than anything in such traumatic times.....

PEACE BE WITH YOU ALL!!!!!!!!!!

[DevssrT]

Wow, your Dad has been through alot- its going to take alot of family support to help him get back to where he was...Keep us posted Steve.

[Matt McKenzie]

Steve, my thoughts and prayers go out to your dad as well as your whole family. i am a phonecall away if you ever need to talk brother!

[Dr.Steve]

thanks again for the support gentlemen, things have not progressed much since I last posted, still waiting for his mental status to improve. . . he appreciates your prayers!

[BJB]

Be strong Steve and keep positive thoughts. Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family.

[Dr.Steve]

thanks Brian, the same to you and yours bud!

[Matt McKenzie]

His father passed away today, and is a far better place with no pain. My heart and thoughts go out to Steve and his family as I keep them in my prayers!

[HEMISFEAR]

Very sorry to hear about your loss Steve. My condolences and best wishes for you and yours and may God bless.

[buster]

Wow. That's very sad news.

My condolences to you and your family too..........sorry for your loss.

[Vinnysrt8]

sorry steve for ur loss

[BJB]

So sorry to hear the news Steve.

[DRKNE55]

damn, thoughts and prayers running your way steve.

[DevssrT]

Sorry for your Loss Steve...my thoughs and prayers go out to your family.

[Dr.Steve]

thank you gentlemen, my brothers and my father's wife thank you as well.

[NYCSRTATE]

Prayers to you and the family Steve.

[Retro]

Sorry for your loss Steve.