Adam's Updates Blog – Page 17
By Adam Pick
New HeartValveSurgeon.com Website Now Live!
I'm very, very, very excited to announce that the new Heart Valve Surgeon Database (Version 2.0) is going public today. You will quickly note there are several advanced features of the database including:
"Happy Holidays!" Says Ethan
From Robyn, myself and, our little one, Ethan... Happy Holidays Everybody!!!
"How Common Is Heart Valve Disease Among Seniors?" Asks Heidi
I just received a great question from Heidi about heart valve disease, surgery and seniors.
Adam Says, "Thank You! New Website Features Almost Here!"
Hey everybody,
Ethan's 6-Month Update: Elmo, The Beach, Haircuts & More
Hi everybody,
What Is Your "Best Piece Of Advice" For Future Patients?
Hey everybody,
"Is Your Heart Valve Surgery Newsletter Really Free?" Asks Amy
Amy just sent me an interesting question about my newsletter. She writes, "Adam - I've been coming to your blog for three months now. In May, I was diagnosed with severe regurgitation from mitral valve prolapse. I'm curious to know, is there a hidden fee if I subscribe to your newsletter? Is it really free? Thanks, Amy"
Ladies... Think Positive For Healthy Hearts!
Sarah just sent me another interesting story about women, optimistic thinking and heart disease that was recently posted at the Los Angeles Times. Here are the details:
TRIVIA: How Much Blood Moves Through Your Heart Valves Each Hour?
Okay... Ready for some heart anatomy trivia?
Off-Topic: Ethan At 17 Weeks (With Video)!
Thanks to all of you who have requested an update on Ethan, our four-month old baby boy.
The "Close To My Heart" Project - Part II
A few months ago, I posted a note about a special project for women heart surgery patients called the "Close To My Heart Project". As you might remember, a Florida-based artist, Angelica Hoyos, was looking to create artistic portraits of female heart surgery patients.
Heart Trivia: How Long Does It Take Blood To Circulate Through Your Vascular System?
Page Last Updated: June 6, 2025
Quick trivia for you...
Off-Topic: At 5 Weeks, Baby Ethan Is Yummy!
Thank you for all the wonderful notes regarding the birth of our son, Ethan.
"Close To My Heart" Project Looking For Female Heart Surgery Patients
I just received this very unique request from Angelica Hoyos. Is anyone interested?
How Does Blood Flow Through The Heart?
Have you ever wondered how blood flows through the heart and body?
Off-Topic: A Mayonnaise Jar & Two Beers
Every once-in-a-while I receive a forwarded email that resets my focus on life.
Heart Trivia: How Many Times Will Your Heart Beat During Your Life?
Time for a fun, multiple choice question about your heart's anatomy! Here it is...
Off-Topic: Stop... And Smell My Roses
Following heart valve surgery, I learned to slowwwwwww down.
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