Hi Laurie! I just had my second visit with Dr. Salvino and his staff on Friday and have my date set for April 25th. He made me a little scared about the risks as well! To be honest, all I was thinking of was a year down the road! I told Dr. Salvino I was calling this my Goddess surgery! He laughed. Anyway, when I have my surgery you will be a few weeks post op! Hurray! Best of luck to you! Always, Laura