@susan2018, you're so wise to ask fellow Connect members questions to prepare you for surgery, what questions to ask the surgeon, post-surgical diet and even where to stay at Mayo. I'd like to bring in @marvinjsturing @dianamiracle and @dakotarunner to help answer your questions. They had the whipple procedure done at Mayo Clinic.

Susan, here are some other discussions to explore on Connect.
- Pancreatic cyst https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/pancreatic-cyst/ where you can read about @bonitav's experiences
– Visiting Mayo Clinic https://connect.mayoclinic.org/group/traveling-to-mayo-clinic/
– What are your accommodation recommendations when coming to Mayo? https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/what-are-your-accommodation-recommendations-when-coming-to-mayo/

You can also contact the Mayo Clinic Concierge Services – it is a free service that you can use prior and during your visit to help you find services, such as accommodations, transportation and things to do. You can contact them by email, phone, chat or in person during business hours:

* Phone: 507-538-8438
* Live Chat: https://www.mayoclinic.org/patient-visitor-guide
* Email: concierge@mayo.edu
* Web form: https://www.mayoclinic.org/patient-visitor-guide/minnesota/becoming-a-patient/concierge-travel-services

They can also talk to you about how to make reservations when you don't know how long you'll be there.
Susan, Are you at Mayo Clinic Rochester?