Mom called tonight to say that her and Dolan were home in Havesu. Apparently the 'rehab facility' was a nursing home and did not pass the grade with mom or Dolan. As a result, he is now home under the care of Mom, a local Doctor and a visiting nurse as well. Mom says that the Phoenix doctors are okay with the move and that Dolan is improving. It sounds like they went through quite and ordeal in the nursing home. So, that's the latest as I know it. Take care. hmh
I spoke with Mom tonight. She seemed in higher spirits than on Wednesday night. Lots of family and friends have been calling her and Dolan. Dolan had a fifth leg surgery today. It went well. He is supposed to be transfered to a rehabilitation facility tomorrow for a two month stay. This way, his leg wounds will have expert care and continuous monitoring for infection. Mom will likely be staying with friends in Phoenix during this time. Mom will be calling soon with all the details of the new place. And the answer to the million dollar question: Yes, insurance supposedly is covering the cost of this facility.
On a lighter note, it's raining here in Northern California. Spring is suppposed to show it's sun rays sometime next week for good. It's not too late to book your trip to Santa Barbara and spend Hailey's 1st birthday with us.... Over and out. hmh
Angel spoke with Mom this evening. I don't have all the details but apparently a decision was made to perform a 5th surgery on Dolan's leg. There was either some infection or it wasn't draining properly or both. I guess that dampened the spirits quite a bit of both Mom and Dolan. I apologize for not having more specific information. Also, Mom did confirm that the hospital address in my first update is correct.
I can also share what I know of the accident. Dolan was on his motorcycle on a multiple-laned city street. A vehicle in front of him pulled over the the right and before Dolan could react, it performed a U-turn right in front of him basically hitting him on his bike, head-on. His helmet shattered and he received a fractured rib, injuries to his left arm, severe injuries to his left leg and a collapsed lung.
I spoke with Mom tonight. She was in very good spirits. Dolan actually took 10 steps today. His orthopedic surgeon was livid when he found out - but I'll take that as progress. A body scan revealed no blood clots. His arm is healing nicely. There is still some debate over his leg injuries. Apparently there are some large wounds which require skin grafts. The doctors are split between doing the grafts now or waiting for the wounds to heal further. Best case scenario, Dolan could return to Lake Havesu on Thursday. If so, he would be under the care of one of the best nurses in the West - Dolly!. He's getting a lot of support from everyone and is in great spirits. That's all for now. hmh
As far as I know, Dolan is recovering from arm and leg surgery. He has had about four surgeries combined. He is out of the intensive care unit and is supposedly scheduled for one more leg surgery. Right now, they are waiting until the danger of infection passes. His arm is casted up but his leg is being monitored closely. He is on oxygen and has been experiencing high blood pressure but at least he is stable enough to be out of the ICU. He was told by doctors last night that he should be able to go home in about a week. Good news, he has officially graduated with his Harley certification. One of his 'brothers' stood in for him during the ceremony. Mom/Cathi/Dolly is with him at the hospital in Peoria. There are two hospitals with the same name in Phoenix so I think this is the one he is at but I can't tell for sure. I need to validate with Mom. If anyone knows for sure, please post a comment.
John C. Lincoln North Mountain Hospital
250 E. Dunlap Ave.
Phoenix, AZ 85020
(602) 943-2381
I'll post more as information is available. hmh
