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Title: New here
Post by: Scott on September 21, 2006, 09:14:09 PM
Post by: Scott on September 21, 2006, 09:14:09 PM
Hi everyone, my name is Scott. I'm new to all of this. Just signed on to find some info and/or obtain some advice about surgery. Have been reading other sections of this website and find it to be a great resource for lots of different things. It's a great site!!!
I've been in the process of transitioning for about 5-6 yrs now. Working toward my final surgery (God willing) and just wanted to see if anyone has any info regarding surgeons.
Take care, thanks for sharing your stories.
God Bless,
Scott
I've been in the process of transitioning for about 5-6 yrs now. Working toward my final surgery (God willing) and just wanted to see if anyone has any info regarding surgeons.
Take care, thanks for sharing your stories.
God Bless,
Scott
Title: Re: New here
Post by: BrandiOK on September 21, 2006, 09:48:05 PM
Post by: BrandiOK on September 21, 2006, 09:48:05 PM
Welcome Scott :)
I agree with you this is a great site ;D
Not sure how much of the site you have found so far but in addition to the great topics and conversations from members on the forums there is also a reference library and WIKI. The chat feature is support based and is great for meeting friends and for those times when you just need someone to talk to.
There are several FtM's here at Susan's in various stages of transition so hopefully you can find some of the information you are seeking from them.
Enjoy your stay Scott..hopefully it will be a long one :)
I agree with you this is a great site ;D
Not sure how much of the site you have found so far but in addition to the great topics and conversations from members on the forums there is also a reference library and WIKI. The chat feature is support based and is great for meeting friends and for those times when you just need someone to talk to.
There are several FtM's here at Susan's in various stages of transition so hopefully you can find some of the information you are seeking from them.
Enjoy your stay Scott..hopefully it will be a long one :)
Title: Re: New here
Post by: tinkerbell on September 21, 2006, 09:52:53 PM
Post by: tinkerbell on September 21, 2006, 09:52:53 PM
Hello Scott and welcome to Susan's!
Glad you decided to be part of our family. You will indeed find plenty of useful information all over the site; please feel free to explore all the forums, get familiar with the site rules and try our chatroom where you can talk to some of our members who are going through a transition as well. Or if you prefer, you can always visit our wiki (https://www.susans.org/wiki/Main_Page) where there are many great articles on transgender and non-transgender issues alike.
Thank you for your introduction. We look forward to your future posts. Enjoy your stay!
tinkerbell :icon_chick:
Glad you decided to be part of our family. You will indeed find plenty of useful information all over the site; please feel free to explore all the forums, get familiar with the site rules and try our chatroom where you can talk to some of our members who are going through a transition as well. Or if you prefer, you can always visit our wiki (https://www.susans.org/wiki/Main_Page) where there are many great articles on transgender and non-transgender issues alike.
Thank you for your introduction. We look forward to your future posts. Enjoy your stay!
tinkerbell :icon_chick:
Title: Re: New here
Post by: Buffy on September 21, 2006, 10:41:09 PM
Post by: Buffy on September 21, 2006, 10:41:09 PM
Hi Scott,
Welcome to Susan's. We are glad you found us and hope you enjoy your stay here.
There are many people in many stages of finding themselves here at Susan's and many experiences to listen to.
I hope to hear more about you.
Buffy
Welcome to Susan's. We are glad you found us and hope you enjoy your stay here.
There are many people in many stages of finding themselves here at Susan's and many experiences to listen to.
I hope to hear more about you.
Buffy
Title: Re: New here
Post by: amberwish on September 22, 2006, 12:11:26 AM
Post by: amberwish on September 22, 2006, 12:11:26 AM
hi scott,
welcome to susans. you will make many friends here. lots of information too.
hugs and :-* :-* amber
welcome to susans. you will make many friends here. lots of information too.
hugs and :-* :-* amber
Title: Re: New here
Post by: HelenW on September 22, 2006, 05:02:26 PM
Post by: HelenW on September 22, 2006, 05:02:26 PM
Welcome & Hello, Scott!
I'm sure you'll find alot of what you're looking for here. Thanks for joining us!
again, WELCOME ! ! :)
helen
I'm sure you'll find alot of what you're looking for here. Thanks for joining us!
again, WELCOME ! ! :)
helen
Title: Re: New here
Post by: cindianna_jones on September 22, 2006, 06:19:15 PM
Post by: cindianna_jones on September 22, 2006, 06:19:15 PM
Hiya Scott! Welcome to our corner of the internet! Make sure you join in. Don't be afraid to ask questions.
Cindi
Cindi
Title: Re: New here
Post by: Dennis on September 22, 2006, 08:52:58 PM
Post by: Dennis on September 22, 2006, 08:52:58 PM
And, Scott, to answer questions. You may be the furthest along of any of us. I have been the furthest along up to now and I'm only 1.5 years on T, had top surgery, and fighting the bureaucracy for hysto atm. I haven't got to fighting them about bottom surgery yet, largely because I haven't decided what I want either. I'm thinking phallo because I don't appear to have the, er, endowment to make a meta worth the effort.
My main concern with phallo though is the complication rate. Particularly with urethral extension. That and getting it paid for. I'm in Canada and I paid for my own chest surgery because I would have had to wait 3 or 4 years if I didn't and it was very important to me. Allegedly, our surgeries are covered, but the hoops are utterly unbelievable. I'm having a very frustrating time with the hysto. I have a willing gyno, supportive doctor, psych assessment, and still can't get one.
Dennis
My main concern with phallo though is the complication rate. Particularly with urethral extension. That and getting it paid for. I'm in Canada and I paid for my own chest surgery because I would have had to wait 3 or 4 years if I didn't and it was very important to me. Allegedly, our surgeries are covered, but the hoops are utterly unbelievable. I'm having a very frustrating time with the hysto. I have a willing gyno, supportive doctor, psych assessment, and still can't get one.
Dennis