I am aware of the dates---I already know some of these people from Thailand and other message boards groups.. I am specifically seeking out these who have had surgery in Asia/Thailand/bangkok..So I have done searches for "Thailand" "Bangkok" etc etcNewarrior, you should check the posting date (in the upper left corner of the post). Many of the posts you are asking for a response are very old. You may, or may not, get a response.