Maggi’s back began bothering her badly over this past weekend (3/28) and we called the orthopedic surgeon (Dr. Devito) first thing Monday morning. We did notice that her VEPTR 2 Rod feels slightly different in the center where the lengthening clamp is. This worries the surgeon, and surgery is scheduled for 4/8/09. Of course we [...]

Check-up with orthapedist Dr. Dennis Devito. Dr. Devito will be x-raying Maggi’s spine to determine the current curvature and determine a plan of action for the next lengthening surgery.Related Posts:Another Surgery in the BooksMaggi’s Medical TeamRod Lengthening Surgery Today!

Well, again, Maggi came through another surgery with flying colors!! Dr. Novelly put in a new set of tubes that are a little more permanent. They should stay in for about 3 years or so. This will help her to not have so many ear infections. They also did the ABR (Auditory Brainstem Response) test. [...]