About Me (In My Own Words)
I was diagnose with Bicuspid Aortic Valve when I was 10 years.
I have always been very active. Swimming competitions, running marathons, triathlons and 2 70.3 ironman (the last one in October 2016).
I have been checking every year with my cardiologist.
For the last 3 years I moved to a cardiologist in Miami FL and finally meet Dr. David Wolinsky in WEston Cleveland Clinic . My echocardiogram results have been shown a moderate aortic stenosis.
Last May my eco showed a severe aortic stenosis. I have no symptoms. Doctors were surprised how can I run 8 miles and swim the way I do.
Dr. Wolinsky talked to his team and with Cleveland Clinic Ohio Surgeons and they decided that it's time to have surgery.
Dr. Douglas Johnston is the surgeon I was referring. I'll have a minimally invasive surgery.
In the meantime I have to slow down with exercise. In specific Just 3 miles run, moderate swimming or walking.
I'm scheduled my preoperative surgery tests and catheterization for this week. 06/27/2017.
I'm worried about the surgery, and if I would be able to return to my lifestyle again.
More Info About Me & My Heart
More About Me
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I am from:
Mexico City, Mexico
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My surgery date is:
July 26, 2017
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I was diagnosed with:
Aortic Stenosis
Bicuspid Aortic Valve
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My surgery was:
Aortic Valve Replacement
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My hospital is:
Cleveland Clinic