<p>OBVIOUSLY I am not a physician nor am I in any way providing you with any medical advise, but in my humble opinion, it appears that the medical procedure you are having the first week of class does not appear to be a “true” medical emergency since the procedure is planned in the near future. I believe that this medical procedure is being scheduled primarily at the convenience of your physician and possibly you can relay this scheduling conflict with your physician and possibly this procedure can be scheduled at a more convenient time so that your school scheduled will not suffer. Possibly have the procedure now and you should be back on your feet when school resumes.</p>