Well, I have a change of surgery date - Sept 6 now - but I'm okay with it, as it was a date I was prepared to accept before getting the Aug 27 date, and I'll have a plastic surgeon who I REALLY like, who gave me so much more info that it changed my mind as to the type of procedure I want. And I feel confident with her. It also means keeping my care within one overall team, which is better for communication and further testing/treatment.
Feeling more settled, focusing on work again, and beginning to figure out how to work out my treatment schedule with work. My supervisors and academic faculty are being great. And all of you guys - SO great. I'm grateful for your continuing good wishes ...