Hi Elk!
I've not been around for a while.. lots of excuses, but one that really applies here!
I had a TAH (not vaginal, and no cool robots) on August 4. I was off work for about 5 1/2 wks and off the bike for a month. I was off the bike for about a month before surgery too -but not because the doctor said. It was just too uncomfortable to ride. This week was my first week back to work 1/2 days to start. So far so good. 
If you'd like to PM about my complication-free surgery and recovery so far, I'll be happy to talk about it. 
Best wishes to you!
Susan
2009 Giant Avail Advanced 1
2008 Trek FX 7.5 (Commuter)
Baby Blue..retired to new rider: 2006 Giant OCR-C