Adam’s Updates Blog - Page 10
By Adam Pick
Medical Mission Update #1: Dominican Republic Here We Come!
By Adam Pick on March 2, 2013
Ready for some exciting news?
Saturday Silly: The Amazing Human Body?
By Adam Pick on February 23, 2013
My dad, Jerry, just sent me this interesting note about the human body…
Yeah! Our New ‘Educational Video Library’ Is Now Available!
By Adam Pick on February 18, 2013
Over the past few months, I’ve received several pieces of constructive criticism that we needed to create a video library. Both patients and caregivers shared with me that our original videos were very helpful but scattered all over the website. I completely agreed.
“Happy Holidays!” From Ethan, Robyn & Me
By Adam Pick on December 24, 2012
On Friday, I celebrated my 7th anniversary from heart valve surgery.
My First Trip To The American Heart Association Conference!
By Adam Pick on December 3, 2012
Good news! Six years into this project, I finally made it to the American Heart Association conference.
Happy Thanksgiving From Ethan, Robyn & Me!
By Adam Pick on November 20, 2012
On behalf of Ethan (my son) and Robyn (my wife), I wanted to wish all of the patients, caregivers, doctors, nurses, cardiac centers and medical device manufacturers, a very Happy Thanksgiving!
The 2012 Heart Valve Summit Was… Amazing!!!
By Adam Pick on October 16, 2012
I’m just returning home to Los Angeles after spending the past few days at the Heart Valve Summit in Chicago. This special event brings together leading cardiologists and surgeons to discuss the optimum treatment of valve disease. Needless to say, the event was… Amazing!
“Any Questions For The World’s Leading Heart Valve Doctors?” Asks Adam
By Adam Pick on October 10, 2012
Starting tomorrow, I’ll be at the Heart Valve Summit in Chicago, Illinois. During the conference, I will be very fortunate to meet with several physicians that specialize in heart valve treatment including Dr. McCarthy, Dr. Chitwood, Dr. Bolling and Dr. Adams.
Patient Event Announcement: Let’s Connect At “Important Information For People With Heart Murmurs” on September 18
By Adam Pick on August 28, 2012
Great news!!!
Connect To 500+ Patients With A ‘Like’ At Our New Facebook Page!
By Adam Pick on July 26, 2012
Great news!
Friday Fun: Why Do Men Really Die Before Women?
By Adam Pick on July 20, 2012
My brother, Doug, sent me this. I couldn’t help but find it comical. As they say, a picture is worth 1,000 words. So, using basic math, these 9 pictures equals 9,000 words… Enjoy!
New 2012 Edition of My Book Available Now!
By Adam Pick on July 7, 2012
For those patients and caregivers preparing for — or recovering from — heart valve surgery, I wanted to quickly share that the 2012 edition of my book, The Patient’s Guide To Heart Valve Surgery, is now available. This 5th revision includes several updates and contributions from leading physicians like Dr. McCarthy, Dr. Bolling, Dr. Adams, Dr. Stewart, Dr. Gaudiani, Dr. Roselli and more.
“Happy 4th of July!” From Robyn, Ethan & Me
By Adam Pick on July 3, 2012
To all of our patients and caregivers from the USA… Happy 4th of July!!!
Ethan Update: Mickey, Pirates & Buzz Lightyear
By Adam Pick on June 15, 2012
Thanks to everybody for your ongoing inquiries about Ethan, our 3-year old son.
“How Long Is My Heart Iced & Stopped During Surgery?” Asks Steve
By Adam Pick on June 8, 2012
I just received an interesting email from Steve about the time in which the heart is iced and stopped during heart valve replacement and heart valve repair surgery.
Off-Topic: iPads & Magic Collide In Stockholm
By Adam Pick on June 4, 2012
Tony, my father-in-law, and I are technology enthusiasts. In particular, we have a mutual fondness for Apple products. That said, when Tony sent me this video, I found myself saying ‘Wow’ several times. Already, over 2 million people have watched the video. I hope you enjoy it!
Special Announcement: The Relaunch of HeartValveSurgery.com!
By Adam Pick on May 17, 2012
Dear Patients, Caregivers & Friends –
The ‘Learning Center’ Gets A Face-Lift
By Adam Pick on May 17, 2012
Another major enhancement to our relaunched website is the new Learning Center.
Find An Annoying Bug? Please Let Me Know!
By Adam Pick on May 17, 2012
I’m very excited about the relaunch of our website. At the same time, I’m also a bit nervous right now.
