Hi Barry, I am in Florida also. I had both tonsils removed, a portion of my tongue, and 90 plus lymph nodes in my neck (three had cancer). I had similar challenges you listed after the surgery. I was also on a G-Tube for a while. The good news on your shoulder is that the strength should return with physical therapy. I had surgery in May 2023, and I have full mobility in that shoulder now.

The recommendation was for me to do radiation after the surgery, but I did not because of the eating challenges I was having.

I am more than happy to speak with you via email or phone if you would like.

Eric