So ok now I need a neurologist in Seattle that won't think I'm being hoodwinked by "fringe medicine" (and doesn't think I've got "fake TikTok diseases") who can take care of me when I need someone after fusion surgery. This was everything I was afraid of. How do I DO this now?

So, I did the thing, and so far it's been exactly like quite a lot of people have described. Lots of ups and downs, lots of pain, no regrets so far. I've seen a lot of improvements. Here's me taking my walker for a walk - I can walk unassisted now, but was being safe anyway.,