“This is my miracle patient…”

“This is my miracle patient” says the neurosurgeon when he sees Michael in the surgical waiting area.  “I remember that Sunday morning…he is amazing!”

Michael had the section of bone from his skull replaced this morning at 10:30 AM.  The procedure took about an hour and a half and was successful.  The neurosurgeon examined the areas of Mike’s brain that just a few weeks ago, had swollen to life threatening levels and reported that there is no swelling, no bruising and no bleeding.  Mike’s brain is pumping as it should.

Michael will remain at Fairfax Hospital until Monday or Tuesday of next week.  The doctor requested that Mike be allowed to rest with no visitation.  Visitation may resume on Sunday, unless otherwise noted.

The doctor’s comments after the surgery were full of hope.  He told us of a patient from 3 years ago that was similar in age and injury to Mike.  Three years later he is married, has a child and works a full time job.  He has a life.  His doctor said that Mike will have many hurdles to overcome, but with hard work and determination he can win this battle.

Your prayers, your well wishes and your support will mean more to Mike than ever.  As he works through the rehabilitation process to regain his strength, his memory, his self, he will know that this huge support team is still there cheering him on, he will know that God is answering our prayers and that without a doubt he can do this.

On October 21, 2007, J. Michael Rosner suffered critical head trauma and severe brain injury in a single car accident on I66 at exit 66 between 3:10 and 3:20 AM.  Life as it was, is over.  The rebirth and rehabilitation has begun.

Let Mike be the lesson.

xxoo