Dr. Bethke, the breast surgeon, made a visit to the waiting room about 30 minutes ago and let us know that the first phase of surgery–the breast tissue removal–went smoothly and took a little over 2 hours.  Therese is now with the plastic surgeon, Dr. Fine (a breast reconstruction specialist), for the second phase of surgery.  During the second phase, Dr. Fine will implant the tissue expanders, as well as perform various other reconstructive procedures that went over our heads when he explained them during pre-op.  This portion of the surgery will take a minimum of 2.5 hours.  Thanks to everyone for all the thoughts and prayers!