I had an incidental finding of a meningioma tumor 3 years ago. Even though, I was not having headaches, seizures, etc - I wanted the surgery to get it over with! I know a lot depends on where the tumor is located. Mine was in the area of the brain that involves language/reading/ comprehension. I thought great - a retired teacher that can't read or write. I had surgery in the midst of Covid. I was in the hospital 3 days. Some may find it hard to believe, but I had absolutely no pain. I didn't look too cute with half my head shaved and 13 staples. Friends that had knee replacements had more pain and recovery issues than I did. I was told - no driving for 30 days - and had prescription for seizures. I get an MRI once a year - and call it good. It was scary - but absolutely no after issues. I have since met people that did PT or OT - post surgery - and now they are doing great! I would have been ready to travel as soon as the staples were removed! Hoping the best for your wife!