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gluteraldehyde(SP?), a known cancer causing agent is still common in the OR. There are many chemicals(i.e. cleaning) that are not conducive to pregnancy. I had three co-workers die in a year period of breast CA and we were all on the same OR service. That all being said. I wouldn't risk my child's welfare on a chat room no matter how well intentioned. I would resource several OB/GYN's who routinely operate and are familiar with OR work. I would check with an oncologist who specializes in female forms of cancer. By the way, I have been a (male)surgical nurse for about 7 years and last December my only child was born with hypoplastic left heart syndrome. Sarah was born with an underdeveloped left ventricle and aorta. Her left ventricle will never function. She is 11 months old and has survived two open heart surgeries and has at least one more to go. Is there a relation to my OR work, my military service and my daughter. Who knows. If I had to do it all over again, I would have been a librarian. I'm not trying to scare you. Just look before you leap and remember that OR work is high stress work and long hours(when you are on call). What about a same day surgery center instead? best of luck to you and may God Bless and keep you and your child to be:)

Just wanted everyone to know some local RNFA's took care of me. Please disregard previous request. thanks,Aric

Dear All, my name is Aric Leadabrand. I am a RNFA-Intern. I hope you don't mind me e-mailing you. I need a bit of help. I have been trying to work on my RNFA for over a year now. I've had numerous hurdles to overcome, not the least of which was my only child being born last December with hypoplastic left heart syndrome. She has survived both Stage I and II Norwood Procedures. To complete this course I need to corresponde with three RNFA's. I would very grateful if you could briefly, by e-mail, answer these questions: 1. What was your greatest hurdle to getting your practise started and how you overcame it? 2. How did you get started working in your surgical area of expertise? Any answer would be greatly appreciated. Also if you know of any two other RNFA's who could help, I would be greatly appreciate it. I have only a few more days left for my final deadline. Thank you, Aric [email protected] :rotfl: HELP!

Dear All, my name is Aric Leadabrand. I am a RNFA-Intern. I hope you don't mind me e-mailing you. I need a bit of help. I have been trying to work on my RNFA for over a year now. I've had numerous hurdles to overcome, not the least of which was my only child being born last December with hypoplastic left heart syndrome. She has survived both Stage I and II Norwood Procedures. To complete this course I need to corresponde with three RNFA's. I would very grateful if you could briefly, by e-mail, answer these questions: 1. What was your greatest hurdle to getting your practise started and how you overcame it? 2. How did you get started working in your surgical area of expertise? Any answer would be greatly appreciated. Also if you know of any two other RNFA's who could help, I would be greatly appreciate it. I have only a few more days left for my final deadline. Thank you, Aric [email protected] :rotfl: HELP!

Dear RNFA's, my name is Aric Leadabrand. I am a RNFA-Intern. I hope you don't mind me e-mailing you in the middle of this discussion. I need a bit of help. I have been trying to work on my RNFA for over a year now. I've had numerous hurdles to overcome, not the least of which was my only child being born last December with hypoplastic left heart syndrome. She has survived both Stage I and II Norwood Procedures. To complete this course I need to corresponde with three RNFA's. I would very grateful if you could briefly, by e-mail, answer these questions: 1. What was your greatest hurdle to getting your practise started and how you overcame it? 2. How did you get started working in your surgical area of expertise? Any answer would be greatly appreciated. Also if you know of any two other RNFA's who could help, I would be greatly appreciate it. I have only a few more days left for my final deadline. Thank you, Aric [email protected]

Dear All, my name is Aric Leadabrand. I am a RNFA-Intern. I hope you don't mind me e-mailing you. I need a bit of help. I have been trying to work on my RNFA for over a year now. I've had numerous hurdles to overcome, not the least of which was my only child being born last December with hypoplastic left heart syndrome. She has survived both Stage I and II Norwood Procedures. To complete this course I need to corresponde with three RNFA's. I would very grateful if anyone could briefly, by e-mail, answer these questions: 1. What was your greatest hurdle to getting your practise started and how you overcame it? 2. How did you get started working in your surgical area of expertise? Any answer would be greatly appreciated. Also if you know of any other RNFA's who could help, I would be greatly appreciate it. I have only a few more days left for my final deadline. Thank you, Aric [email protected]