Hello @diver126 and welcome to Mayo Connect. As I have also had diverticulitis, I understand how bothersome it can be. I've asked that this post be moved to another discussion on this same topic.
--Colon Resection for Diverticulitis
https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/colon-resection-for-diverticulitis-and-chronic-constipation/
Here you will meet others who have talked about their surgical experiences. How long have you been bothered with diverticulitis? Have any medications or dietary changes offered any relief?

Get all your facts and do it! It was the best decision for me. I had it done in March.

Morning diver126. Have you had a colonoscopy or ct colonography to determine the extent of the diverticulitis? Is it limited to the sigmoid colon or throughout the entire colon? The important consideration here is to find an experienced colorectal surgeon who specializes in resection surgery. Mayo or Cleveland Clinic, a few ideas! I mentioned in a previous post that I had elective laparoscopic sigmoid colectomy July 2022. Never looked back and all is well!