Well I'm just glad to see that they got your finger fixed, and just in time for mandolin. You'll also be needing that finger for making hand signals in crowded traffic situations.
another great video michael, thanks for all of your content, its been a real help to me: I had gotten to a place where i found that what i could physically do (while not outstanding) was far outstripping my knowledge of WHAT to play and WHY. your whole series has helped me greatly. just wanted to let you know you have made a young adult happy over here in the UK :)