Brain Blog 2.0 (#3) 2009
It's been a week and some days since the installation of my new equipment, and the shakedown cruise has yielded mixed results. The new batteries are STRONG; and that's a source of some side effects such as electric shocks when switched on, and during some movements. Also, the tuning isn't quite optimized, as the balance between effective relief and side effects is still a bit off. But overall, not bad. I feel like a 1978 Mercedes diesel that just got a tune-up: ready for another 100,000 miles (nevermind the rough ride, worn tires, and slow starting on cold mornings).
So tomorrow it's back to the hospital for another tuning session, immediately followed by the neurosurgery outpatient clinic for removal of the stitches. I'll add the new scars to my collection, which BTW will be the subject of an upcoming blog ;-)
The total medical care includes 8 days in hospital, approx 18 doctor consultations, major neurosurgery, equipment (approx value $12,000), and 5 outpatient visits.
All for a co-pay of 486kc (about $26) and monthly insurance of 367kc (about $20).
Universal healthcare anyone?
