Hello @mayojulia

I would like to join Ethan, @ethanmcconkey, in welcoming you to Connect. I'm glad that you joined this discussion on the parathyroid. I have heard that Mayo is an excellent place for parathyroid surgery, although I have not had surgery at this point.

Here is a video about parathyroid treatment at Mayo, just click on the link to view it,
https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/hyperparathyroidism/multimedia/patient-experience-parathyroid-video/vid-20143231?_ga=2.195734316.1063488962.1549286923-1221957091.1534862430
I have had elevated parathyroid hormones for many years, as well as increased calcium levels in the blood and a very low Vit D level. As a result, I do have osteopenia, in the hip (so I'm very cautious when I'm outside in slippery weather).

In addition, to bone thinning (osteoporosis or osteopenia) elevated parathyroid hormones can also result in kidney stones and other uncomfortable symptoms like bone pain, etc. If you read the many posts in the discussion here, you will have more of an understanding of what is experienced by this problem.

As Ethan said, I would be interested in knowing why you are interested in parathyroid surgery. Is it for you or a family member? Please feel free to share only as you are comfortable doing so.

I'm looking forward to hearing from you. Will you post again?

I had surgery at Mayo in Minnesota a year ago. Dr. Dy was my surgeon. I would recommend him.