My wife had thyroid cancer and surgery at 17. Her surgeon was fantastic, but an egomaniac. "No patient of mine needs voice rehab," said he, and as a result she has one vocal cord paralyzed.

As quickly as possible, she should be in rehab. With a GOOD voice coach, one who specializes in such rehabilitation.

Of course, a lot depends upon the extent of the surgery. But a good voice rehab person will help immensely.

And, as my wife says, considering the alternative....