Update on Walter Ruh

An email from Stacie...

I had lunch with Walter Ruh today and talked with him about his trip to Atlanta yesterday afternoon to the Neurosurgeon. He seemed to be pleased with the outcome. They are referring him to the best Neurosurgeon in the country (at Emory in Atlanta) who specializes in his type of brain bleed. The Gamma Knife Procedure is out of the question but the route to go is surgery. The bleed is next to a major artery, but the doctor felt they could perform the surgery with success. PRAISE GOD!! Of course the Neurosurgeon said there are still risks involved. He said he could have a major stroke which could lead to paralysis, but still felt they could perform the surgery. They are setting up the appointment this week to see the doctor at Emory, but I don't know when it is scheduled at this time. Because this is the second time this has bled, it puts him in a different category. Meaning, something has to be done, because it will continue to happen if it is not stopped. Walter Ruh feels that he will probably end up having surgery before Christmas. He is still in a lot of pain and until they get this fixed he cannot drive or work. Please continue to keep him and his family in your prayers and let them know that GOD WILL PROVIDE!! Thank you again for thoughts and prayers!!

Stacie