Ann Stoda points out that when she was researching the particulars of Doug’s operation, JCI -accreditation wasn’t as widespread as it is today, and the India facility they ended up choosing was only accredited after they had been there. In lieu of that reassurance, she kept researching and “found information on hip resurfacing [and] on the company that made the prosthesis, and went on Web sites to catch up on the medical lingo,” Ann says, adding that she looked up the doctor who would ultimately do Doug’s surgery “and found conferences and symposia [where he had presented],” and searched for sources who she felt “didn’t have a vested interest” in their recommendations of overseas doctors or facilities.

“Don’t be afraid,” Ann says of the potentially beneficial experience of traveling for medical care. “But make sure you do your homework.”

Three years after his operation, Doug’s resurfaced hip is holding up well as he continues to rediscover such pleasures as riding a bike and tying his own shoes. Speaking of which, Ann’s sandals are holding up well, too.

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