OHIP Hearing

I am very pleased to say that the OHIP hearing is over.  This morning was very tiring and emotional.  Basically the hearing was similar to a mini court trial.  The Appellant (me) went first and we tried to present our case.  Our goal was to try and prove that my treatment is not experimental, I was the main witness.  The easy part was answering questions by my representative.  However, when the Ministry's representative started to ask questions it began to feel very personal.
The hearing lasted 3 hours and after it felt like I ran a marathon. One positive point from the hearing is that we know that our first appointment and tests at the Mayo Clinic will be paid for by Mayo. The reason this is paid for is because the "experimental treatment" has not yet begun. Other than that we have no idea how things will go.
Well that's the latest.

Take care,

Lisa

Hearing Still On...

Well it has been an interesting month.  I have had to go to the hospital twice for dehydration, as I am not able to eat and drink very much.  I have also lost more weight and my abdomen has been swollen .   I' m not sure why this month has been worse than others.
I am still waiting for my disability to kick in, I applied almost 3 months ago, it is crazy how long things take.  I think if I had gone on disability full time it would have been a lot easier.
The only good news is that the OHIP hearing date is still set for May 28.  Hopefully things will go our way.  I wish I had more positive news to report, hopefully next time.

Take care,

Lisa