Concentration?

Hello, I was wondering how your concentration was at a week and a half out. I'm having surgery August 7th and classes start August 19th. I'm wondering if it'll be possible to function, or if I should skip this semester.

You should be fine, might still be in some pain. But mentally you will be fine. When I had rny, it was the first month of classes. I only did 2 but I didnt do seated classes so I could work on a lot of it ahead of time. By day 4 I was working on it again.

I was really tired for first 4-5 weeks.  After that I did better but still needed frequent breaks. 

I led a major program review board the day after I returned to work, which was one week after surgery. In addition to the extensive presentation that is prepared and delivered, more than a dozen senior leaders from various areas within my vertical all ask questions that come to mind during the presentation. I had to be sharp, on point and accurate without fail. I had no issues and that was my 'test' if you will, for concentration.

Personally, I would not take a semester off--it is pretty hard to get back in the groove when you do.

I think this answer will be different for everyone and dependent on how your surgery goes and your body etc. For example if you have to be on pain meds for longer than expected you can't drive and they may make you very sleepy. I would say to give it a try but be aware it may not go perfectly or you may be just fine. Good luck!

Thank you all for the replies. I think I'll give it a go. It's only three classes and one is on line. Plus I have until September 1st to drop and still get a refund.