I just received an amazing patient success story from Ron Wells.

Even after three heart surgeries (with suture issues, seizures and some memory loss), Ron maintains an incredibly positive attitude. That said, I thought you might want to hear about Ron’s experience. Here is what he writes:

Hi Adam,

I ran across your web site today and found it interesting.  I too am a survivor.  I had my first aortic valve transplant ^[1] in 1975.  At the time, I elected for the mechanical valve instead of the tissue valve.

I was able to hear every heartbeat after that surgery.

In 1982, the valve came lose and I was forced to have another operation ^[2]. The valve was throwing off bits of whatever. Some of those bits went to my brain which resulted in seizures.  So you know, my memory during that period is gone.

When I finally arrived for surgery, the surgeon found only one stitch holding it in place. Lucky guy, right?

I received a new valve and now… Now, I am actually doing great.  I work every day. I offshore fish in my own boat and basically do whatever I want, within reason.

Ron On The Back Of His Boat

If I had a message for future patients I would tell them, “It’s all about your attitude!!!” If you believe you can, you will.  You must have a positive attitude, don’t expect people to feel sorry for you. It’s hard for them to relate.

Good luck to all of you!!!

Ron Wells

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