Guess we all have to take our turns. Larger cities do offer more, but to my surprise, the ortho surgeon I found is just right down the road. How often does THIS happen? The problem was fighting with my insurance company to be allowed to see him as he was classified as out of network. He has been trained in arthroscopic surgery technique which is the way to go as opposed to a long open incision. One of the offices I went to awhile back wanted to send me to Mayo clinic. That means airplane. I wish I would have spoken up last fall when the PT was so abusive. I was trapped into obeying as a pain doctor had ordered the therapy. I am more vocal now and don't hesitate to speak up when I fear that pain is going to be inflicted for no reason. My hobbies include crafts, reading, music, and my dogs. I have found ways to pass the time after my left hip surgery because I have to. I'll watch movies after my second surgery. I cannot imagine going through this without the internet. This experience sure makes me think about all the patients I cared for over the years as a nurse. It never actually occurred to me how hard it can be to lose your freedom and to be so cut off for days and weeks and months. My goal is to get through this and successfully rebuild my bike fitness next year. I am convinced that riding my bike all these years caused the hip bursitis. If I could go back in time, I wouldn't change anything because I love my bike. Thanks - Barb