It’s always great to receive patient success stories from our readers around the world. This one comes from Paul Ash, who had heart valve replacement from Dr. Vaughn Starnes one year ago. Here is what Paul writes:

Hi Adam,

Thanks for all of the great advice and articles over the last eighteen months.

Today is my one year anniversary from the date of [1] my aortic valve replacement done by Dr. Vaughn Starnes at USC Medical Center. It feels a lot more remote than just one year ago.

One year later, I have no [2] physical limitations after heart surgery. My blood pressure is perfect and I’m back to to running and playing golf regularly. I am also back to my trial practice here in Los Angeles, California.

Dr. Vaughn Starnes - Paul’s Surgeon

Thanks for all of the great advice. My wife, daughter and I all appreciate the articles, questions and answers. Congratulations on your son!

Best regards,
Paul Ash

P.S. Would you like to celebrate your surgeon? If so, please create your own surgeon profile at our [3] Heart Valve Surgeon Database.