thanks y'all, i've met with Dr. Diep, and have consults booked with both Konior and Wong. after a little more research, i've also decided to meet with Dr. Gabel.
re: a second procedure, sure i'm aware that's probably a necessity down the road. i'm currently trying to see what dosage of fin works for me first off. i had some definite sides after 1 month @ 1mg/day. currently doing 1mg every other day with some success. but maybe it just takes a few months for the body to get used to the drug regardless of dose.