Friday, June 29, 2007

Back in Memphis

Tom has returned to Memphis. His flight went well and he is glad to be back. Unfortunately he has another one or two surgeries ahead of him. These operations will be simpler than the operation in Managua, but is still a big deal. Tom has met with the surgeon and is confident that he is receiving high quality care.

Tom said that the aims of the surgery are

  • to widen his spinal column

  • to remove some more bone fragment from the spinal column

  • to further stabilize his spine.


Tom is likely to have surgery on Monday (July 2). Please pray for Tom's operation and continued recovery.

In addition, Tom is able (and eager!) to receive calls at (901) 545 8785. This is a personal line to his room in the hospital, so it should be easy enough to get through. Tom said that visitor hours are 9-10am, 1-2pm, 5-6pm and 9-10pm, Central Time, and that these are times when it will be easiest to get through to him.

7 comments:

Unknown said...

Hey Tom,
I'm so glad to hear that you're safely back in the States!
We continue to hold you in our thoughts and prayers.
And just remember what Walt said to Locke--"Get Up...You have work to do."
Peace, Grace, and Love,
Josh

Anonymous said...

Tom, I tried to call you today, but no answer :( I will try again tomorrow. Your in my thoughts and prayers. Love, Monica

Anonymous said...

Hi Tom, Glade to hear you made it back to the states. Andrew's preaching from Mark 2:1-12 on Sunday. Be assured that your family at BCC will be lowering you through the roof to Jesus' feet, during the Prayers of the People. Love and prayers,
Vicky Brodt

yardi said...

Tom, I'm so sorry to hear what happened but am glad you seem to be in great care up in Memphis... not so far from me here in Atlanta.

You will be in my prayers with your surgery this week.

Anonymous said...

Hello Tom ;-) I am so happy that you are home. I will be praying for you all day tomorrow as you have your operation.
hugs,
Verena

Anonymous said...

Hi Tom. Just wanted to let you know that your church is praying for you as you head into surgery today. May God work with through his spirit and through the doctors to give you a complete and total recovery.

Andrew Wollitzer

Manuel said...

Tom!!
We think of you a lot my dear neighbour. I know you will have the strength to manage everything again, and you will be back on shape very soon. Loads of love, A&M