I've had one 3cm meningioma removed via surgery 7 weeks ago. In hospital and out in 3 days with no pain except very low-grade headaches for about two days two or three weeks afterwards. I'm still watching the healing process, as a part of the incision "weeps" a bit.
I have a second meningioma which my surgeon said we could watch for about three months, which is what I am doing while I am getting advice from Mayo (I hope) and another brain/spine surgeon in our area.
I think doing as much research as you can is very helpful. I am learning so much from reading other's experiences and by finding internet sites that list institutions that specialize in brain tumors.
Each person's situation is unique, so it really is helpful to get more opinions/information from as many resources as possible.
Thank you, Mayo, for this forum!