Have (complex) orthopedic issues, avm & tos. i see an ortho surgeon tomorrow. what questions/requests should i ask of him? how to know he's competent?

Physician relations: You will find your provider to be competent if they are board certified, attentive, and professional. That's a good place to start. Focus on the most important issue to you, although be sure to review past history. TOS is a difficult diagnosis to make and to treat, be patient, if they can help you, they will be happy to see you get better as soon as possible.

The two monikers-: Mean thoracic outlet syndrome, and arterial malformation. If surgery is contemplated, you need to search for a thoracic and vascular surgeon.