Hi,
Congrats on looking into something that is to make yourself healthier. I completely understand your anxiety. I had a sales manager, a regional and a District that I had to tell. I knew my local boss would be supportive he always was however I was worried about my Regional boss and District. Guess what when they found out what my surgery was for they were two of the most supportive guys in the entire world. They both called me weekly during recovery to see how I was doing, never once worrying me with anything at work, just checking in calls. After my surgery these two were two of the most supportive people ever. I had no idea how they would react and they totally surprised me. I never thought Sales Managers with budgets and deadlines would worry about me. I was wrong they became two of my biggest cheer leaders and still are.
If I could suggest anything just prepare as much as possible by keeping your boss aware of whats going on and what needs to be done while you are gone. If anything they will appreciate you even more.
The decision to tell anyone what your surgery is for is yours and yours alone. The law protects you from any kind of discrimination including a company or boss not allowing you to take the needed time off. This isn't an optional sugery. This is something to make your standard of living and health so much better.
thinking good thoughts for you,
Kristen
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