@teammayo1 Having a rare lung disease I’m sure is creating a great deal of anxiety. I’m so sorry as I know how unnerving all of this can be when facing unfamiliar treatments.
One thing I know for sure, your experience at the infusion center at a Mayo Campus will put your mind at ease.

I’m a frequent flyer at Mayo Rochester with daily visits to the infusion center there for months.
The RN’s who administer the infusions, and the supporting staff in the units are so patient, calmly reassuring and take the best possible care of you!

In Rochester, you have your own small room with a comfy bed for privacy. I have seen other areas where there are really nice recliners, also with curtains around for privacy.
Nurses and staff are abundant, knowledgeable and compassionate.
Bathrooms are numerous.
A volunteer with a cart filled with goodies comes around and also offered hand massages!

I’ve also had numerous Rituximab infusions which worked wonders for me, by the way. The infusions will take 1-1.5 hours depending on how fast the flow rate is regulated. Initially it will be slower. Then subsequent sessions the solution can be administered faster.

Bring a book, ipad, snacks, water, etc.. There are also TVs in each bay.
If I haven’t covered it, what specifically would you like to know about the infusion center at Mayo?

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