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As most of you already know, on July 28 my brother had an Arterio-Venous Malformation (AVM) which ruptured in his brain and had to undergo emergency brain surgery to remove it. We've created this website to give everyone brief updates on his status because it has been difficult to keep everyone up-to-date. There aren't words to describe the gratitude we feel for the outcry of support and love that has been shown for Noah. We also appreciate all of the positive energy and prayer that has been directed his way -- and truly believe it is helping him.

Monday, August 24, 2009

Monday

Dad: "The Santa Barbara Rehabilitation Clinic is just absolutely outstanding. Noah had physical, speech and occupational therapy today. Each of the therapists were well-trained, highly professional, and sensitive to Noah's needs. They were also very communicative with us. Noah will be doing outpatient therapy 3 days a week.

The speech therapist emphasized how important rest and avoidance of over-stimulation is for Noah's recovery. We are going to add psychological counseling and neuro-optometry to Noah's increasingly full plate (thanks cousin Kenny for running interference with the hospitals and the insurance company. You are just the best). Ultimately, Noah will be getting "homework" as he begins to overcome aphasia. We are betting that with Noah's fantastic support group, he will "break the record" for recovery time. How thankful we are to all of you.

Please remember to call Lailan before planning any visits....."

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