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Valerie Petoposted an update

1 hours ago

Hello, I know it’s a silly thing but I am frightened of not coming round after surgery

Kimberly Eisenhut Valerie, it is normal to have all of these thoughts. I will be having my surgery next week and am ha... Read more

Kimberly Eisenhut Valerie, it is normal to have all of these thoughts. I will be having my surgery next week and am having a very hard time keeping my thoughts from going to those places. I am trying to have some positive things I repeat to myself when my thoughts go there. We will be fine :)

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Tammi Victoriagot a new guestbook post

10 hours ago

Kimberly Eisenhut reacted to this

Ruth joy writes, "Hi Tammi ,
Welcome

You are doing really well ."

Tammi Victoriaposted an update

12 hours ago

Hello everyone. I am just getting home from the hospital. I had open heart surgery Friday for left atrial myxoma. It has really been a rough week so I'm looking ...Read more

Hello everyone. I am just getting home from the hospital. I had open heart surgery Friday for left atrial myxoma. It has really been a rough week so I'm looking to find others that know what I just went through.

Pamela Gregory Hi Tammi, You are in the right place to find people that know exactly how you are feeling. Personall... Read more

Pamela Gregory Hi Tammi, You are in the right place to find people that know exactly how you are feeling. Personally I found that although daily felt like nothing was improving, each week I could really see improvement. Listen to your body, try to walk several times a day, let people wait on you. You look like you are pretty young? Hang in there

Rory Matchettjust updated his profile

15 hours ago

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Kevin Cammackgot a new guestbook post

21 hours ago

Kimberly Eisenhut reacted to this

Ruth joy writes, "Hi Kevin ,
Welcome and welcome to recovery

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“I just went in for an annual check-up. After listening to my heart, my doctor told me I had a heart murmur. I never knew I had a heart murmur, and I didn’t know much about them. The images ... Read more.

We made the decision, at the time, to keep an eye on it for a year because I had no symptoms. Based on my second echocardiogram, it was determined that my mitral valve prolapse had progressed, and it was time for surgery. Now, I am ecstatic to say that my wife and I just returned from a 10-day holiday in Saint Lucia which included four scuba dives.

Dr. Castillo-Sang gave me the confidence that I would be able to dive again, and he was 100% correct."

-- Gary Fabre, heart valve patient

Paras Aroragot a new guestbook post

21 hours ago

Kimberly Eisenhut reacted to this

Ruth joy writes, "Hi Paras ,
We've all been scared and a multitude of other emotions ….
This lovely community makes a huge difference

Fidel Martínez Ruiz Hey Paras: every one coming to this site IS scared. I had a very good health when I was 75, and then... Read more

Fidel Martínez Ruiz Hey Paras: every one coming to this site IS scared. I had a very good health when I was 75, and then had heart problems in my mitral valve, which had to be replaced and that' s why I landed in this Hearts Warriors site, where the feedback they gave me encouraged me a lot.

Kevin Cammackposted a photo

21 hours ago

Ted Danforthjust updated his profile

1 day ago

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Paras Aroragot a new guestbook post

1 day ago

Pamela Gregory reacted to this

Ruth joy writes, "Hi Paras ,
Welcome

Paras Arora thank you was scared but reading other warriors story is kind of giving me strength

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Lynne Jeffreysgot a new guestbook post

1 day ago

Ruth joy writes, "Hi Lynne ,
Wishing you good luck for your surgery ."

Mark Giordanogot a new guestbook post

1 day ago

Ruth joy writes, "Hi Mark ,
Wishing you good luck for your surgery ."

Mark Giordanogot a new guestbook post

1 day ago

Ken Fulton writes, "Mark - I hope you are well! I am scheduled for the Ross procedure with Dr Bloom on 9/30. How is your recovery going?"

Ken Fultonjust updated his profile

1 day ago

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Susan Lynngot a new guestbook post

1 day ago

Deena Z, Susan Lynn reacted to this

Richard Munson writes, "Never knew you liked sugar. I finally got myself off mini jelly beans and graduated to non parelles. Great after dinner treat."

Susan Lynn Richard - I absolutely love sugar, cakes, candy... I no longer drink soda on a regular basis - so m... Read more

Susan Lynn Richard - I absolutely love sugar, cakes, candy... I no longer drink soda on a regular basis - so many bad ingredients.

My parents always thought I was going to get kidnapped because I would gladly go with anyone who offered me candy!

Richard Munson What was that saying. Candy is dandy but liquor is quicker.

Kevin Carmelengojust updated his profile

1 day ago

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Lynne Jeffreysjust updated their profile

1 day ago

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Lynne Jeffreysposted an update

1 day ago

Well I just had a very short notice of today telling me they will do my surgery on Wed. Sept 17, 2025 to redo a failing aortic valve. They admit me tomorrow. ...Read more

Well I just had a very short notice of today telling me they will do my surgery on Wed. Sept 17, 2025 to redo a failing aortic valve. They admit me tomorrow. So I've been scrambling to get the last minutes things done. I have been having increasing symptoms the past 5 days or so and I guess they decided it's time. So I'm hoping all goes well as this one is full sternotomy which I was trying to prevent, but it didn't work out. There is too much to repair through a mini thoracotomy like the first surgery.

Paras Arora

Good luck for your surgery —you’ll be in good hands. Sending positive thoughts for a successful surgery.

David Buchanan Good luck hope it all goes well

Pamela Gregory Sending thoughts and prayers your direction Lynne. Maybe it's better to not have to wait as you alre... Read more

Pamela Gregory Sending thoughts and prayers your direction Lynne. Maybe it's better to not have to wait as you already know that can be torture. Glad they are able to do what is necessary in a timely manner

Grace Mason Wishing you all the best and a smooth recovery in this second Heart surgery Lynne♥️

Kate Watson Hi Lynne, I read your story and I’m sorry you have to go through this again. I have fibromyalgia to ... Read more

Kate Watson Hi Lynne, I read your story and I’m sorry you have to go through this again. I have fibromyalgia too which was worsened by my second surgery. I was really worried about that going into my third surgery (8 weeks ago) but so far it’s stable. Like Pamela said, maybe it’s best in some ways to do surgery soon so you don’t have time to build up anxiety over the months. Wishing you all the best and the smoothest recovery possible.

Susan Lynn Lynne - You're a rock star! You can do this - we'll be cheering for you tomorrow and anxiously awai ... Read more

Susan Lynn Lynne - You're a rock star! You can do this - we'll be cheering for you tomorrow and anxiously awaiting your post-op good news! Go get 'em!

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Richard Munsonposted an update

1 day ago

Susan Lynn, Pamela Gregory reacted to this

The 27th of this month is the annual classic car show at the disabled veterans home in bristol rhode island weather permitting. Last year it was sadly rained ...Read more

The 27th of this month is the annual classic car show at the disabled veterans home in bristol rhode island weather permitting. Last year it was sadly rained out. Many of these heros are missing arms and legs. When i go and show my car and see these brave men and women smile when they see our cars , i think about how lucky i was to have spent my time at ft. Sill in oklahoma and never had to face any combat. No question i would have made a big target. Pray for good weather that day. Seeing those smiles means a lot to me. They are the reason we get to enjoy the freedoms we have that many take for granted and abuse sometimes.

Deena Z Amen, Richard.
I volunteer for a local Vet organization too:)

Rose Madura Once again, well said. My Dad (and all my uncles) were servicemen. One lost his life in WWII.

Richard Munson Some of us celebrate veterans DAY while other groups get a month. Others get a month due to the sacr ... Read more

Richard Munson Some of us celebrate veterans DAY while other groups get a month. Others get a month due to the sacrifices of veterans. Whats wrong with that picture.

Mark Giordanogot a new guestbook post

2 days ago

Paras Arora writes, "

All the best for your surgery. Hoping everything goes well and you feel much better soon.

"

Yumiko Ishidagot a new guestbook post

2 days ago

David Pearl writes, "Yumiko--Hello...I live in a 8 story condo in Bangkok with heavy glass doors that will limit my access to the elevator for at least 12 weeks......I do not have ...Read more

David Pearl writes, "Yumiko--Hello...I live in a 8 story condo in Bangkok with heavy glass doors that will limit my access to the elevator for at least 12 weeks......I do not have a car..I do not live in the USA..I have not live in a house since 1990.....I am panicking
"

Patient Story of Yumiko Ishida

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Learn about Yumiko Ishida, patient diagnosed with Mitral Stenosis, Atrial Fibrillation

Melinda Donahuegot a new guestbook post

2 days ago

Deena Z, Kimberly Eisenhut reacted to this

Ruth joy writes, "Welcome home Melinda .
Little steps . One day at a time .
You are doing great ! "

Educational Video About Bicuspid Aortic Valve

Bicuspid Aortic Valves: Key Indicators for Timing Surgery

Doctor Interviewed:
Dr. Marko Boskovski

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Rita Savelisgot a new guestbook post

2 days ago

Ruth joy writes, "
Morning Rita ,
It ‘s very windy here today !!!"

Deena Z Hi Rita, think of you often. ❤️

Erik Hampsonjust updated his profile

2 days ago

Grace Mason reacted to this

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Erik Hampson If you are recovering from surgery, and get angry like me when your favorite football team plays like ... Read more

Erik Hampson If you are recovering from surgery, and get angry like me when your favorite football team plays like garbage, take a step away for a bit at a commercial break, get some fresh air, and get 10 reps of the spirometer in.

Richard Munson Football is a game, heart surgery is the “ walk of life”.

Pamela Gregory Good way to take care of your spirometer reps while lowering blood pressure (haha)!!!

Grace Mason Two benefits!!

Kevin Husvarposted an update

2 days ago

Hello!! BAV - severely calcified. Seems like Ross is being recommended based on the calcification, fitness level and age. Anyone have a similar experience?

Erik Hampson A lot of us have/had severely calcified BAVs. Why is Ross specifically being recommended? Valve type ... Read more

Erik Hampson A lot of us have/had severely calcified BAVs. Why is Ross specifically being recommended? Valve type is an extremely complicated and difficult personal decision that most good surgeons will help walk you through. I find it odd that Ross is being recommended straight off the bat. I'd add a little more context to your post.

Grace Mason Hi Kevin,
I highly recommend talking to Dr El-Hamamsy and Mt Sinai hospital in New York City if yo ... Read more

Grace Mason Hi Kevin,
I highly recommend talking to Dr El-Hamamsy and Mt Sinai hospital in New York City if you are considering a Ross procedure.
He is one of the top Ross surgeons in your area.
My experience was A+ with the whole team there.
I had a calcified BAV and a 5 cm aneurysm and had a Ross at Mt Sinai in September 2023. I'm happy to answer any questions you may have.

Kevin Husvar Hi Grace, Thanks do much for your input!!! Yes I have been directed to strongly consider Dr. El-Hama ... Read more

Kevin Husvar Hi Grace, Thanks do much for your input!!! Yes I have been directed to strongly consider Dr. El-Hamamsy. He definitely has all the credentials!!!! Thanks again & I will most certainly reach out with questions

Melinda Donahuegot a new guestbook post

2 days ago

Melinda Donahue reacted to this

Richard Munson writes, "Now that you are over the hard part and back home, don’t expect to be 100% too quickly. Its a process. Enjoy your family and walk, walk, walk. Showering can ...Read more

Richard Munson writes, "Now that you are over the hard part and back home, don’t expect to be 100% too quickly. Its a process. Enjoy your family and walk, walk, walk. Showering can be an exhausting adventure. Heart surgery is a biggie, but when you need it, you need it. Hopefully the encouragement that the hvs warrior crew provided was a help. Now you are one, and you can tell future worry warts its no big deal. Lol. I try to help when i can but i limit my posts to folks that i click with for some strange reason. "

Melinda Donahue I am grateful we clicked Rickard and value your friendship. I just went for a little walk and was a ... Read more

Melinda Donahue I am grateful we clicked Rickard and value your friendship. I just went for a little walk and was a touch out of breath got so nervous. I think I need to calm down!!

I do expect recovery to be in a snap!!!

Fidel Martínez Ruiz Melinda, I'm glad to hear your expectations on recovery. Wish you the best!!

Richard Munson Of course you’re out of breath. You just had open heart surgery.

Melinda Donahue Thank you Fidel!!! Richard tomorrow I expect to race my grandson.

Richard Munson No grandson racing, unless he is an infant. I have a box turtle in my yard for you to race.

Melinda Donahue Lol

Kevin Husvarjust updated his profile

2 days ago

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Grace Mason got a new guestbook post

2 days ago

Valerie Allen writes, "Hi Grace! Great to see you. How are you? My picture went away somehow but it’s still me! I’m getting ready for a knee replacement now that I’ve put off ...Read more

Valerie Allen writes, "Hi Grace! Great to see you. How are you? My picture went away somehow but it’s still me! I’m getting ready for a knee replacement now that I’ve put off in favor of heart surgery, of course. Valerie"

Grace Mason Hi Valerie!
I'm glad to hear from you too!
I am doing well!
I'm glad you are going to be abl ... Read more

Grace Mason Hi Valerie!
I'm glad to hear from you too!
I am doing well!
I'm glad you are going to be able to move forward with your knee replacement now and hope you have a good rehab program nearby for your knee recovery.
How soon is your knee replacement?