I can't give advise as Iam having surgery on the 11th. of April. But I can wish you all the best. Here is some advise from Yoda " There is no try only do."
Laura I am having surgery april 7th but I suggest you go to maybe the feb or even the march board and ask the ones who have been there already.
best of luck and congrats on your sugery date see you on the losing side
Hugs
Lisa
