Ross Procedure Blog - Page 2
By Adam Pick
Special Announcement: Register Now for the Ross Procedure Webinar Hosted by Dr. Paul Stelzer on October 3
By Adam Pick on September 22, 2013
I am very excited to announce that Dr. Paul Stelzer and I will host a live webinar titled, “The Advantages of the Ross Procedure”, on Thursday, October 3 at 1pm EST. As many of you know, Dr. Stelzer has used the Ross Procedure to treat many patients in our community — including Jeff Shebovsky, Chris Dixon, Mark Kroto, Peter Woglom — that were diagnosed with aortic valve disease.
Special Video Interview: The Advantages of the Ross Procedure with Dr. Paul Stelzer & Peter Woglom
By Adam Pick on July 23, 2013
I receive a lot of questions about the Ross Procedure from patients with aortic valve disease. For that reason, I traveled to New York to film an educational video with Dr. Paul Stelzer, a leading Ross procedure surgeon, and Peter Woglom, one of his patient success stories.
Understanding The Ross Procedure with Dr. Peter Skillington
By Adam Pick on February 25, 2013
Lately, I have received a lot of patient questions about the Ross Procedure — a unique type of aortic valve replacement surgery.
Surgical Innovation: Valve Wrapping Techniques Used During The Ross Procedure With Dr. Paul Stelzer
By Adam Pick on August 24, 2012
I’ll never forget my 3-week check-up when Dr. Starnes, my heart surgeon, said to me, “Adam, the post-operative echocardiogram shows that your heart is doing excellent… Plus, we wrapped your pulmonary valve during the procedure, so you should benefit from that over time.” In the moment, I didn’t question Dr. Starnes about my wrapped pulmonary valve. To be honest, I didn’t care. I just wanted to hear that my heart was doing well after my double heart valve replacement surgery.
“Can The Ross Procedure Help Bicuspid Aortic Valve Patients?” Asks James
By Adam Pick on June 17, 2012
I just received a great email from James about the Ross Procedure and a diseased bicuspid aortic valve.
Patient Update: After Ross Procedure, Jeff Is Doing Fantastic!!!
By Adam Pick on March 8, 2012
Great news everybody!
Patient Spotlight: Chris Dixon Heads To New York For Ross Procedure
By Adam Pick on February 24, 2012
After one of the most active spotlights in Heart Valve Journals’ history, Mitch Friedman has moved on to healthy, heart pumping pastures. 🙂
After Ross Procedure, John Keeps On Tickin’ And… Rockin’
By Adam Pick on January 17, 2011
It’s always fun to hear from patients as they recover from heart valve surgery and return to their life passions. Today, I received a fantastic email from John Coleman in Arkansas. John writes:
“Am I Too Old For The Ross Procedure?” Asks Greg
Written By: Adam Pick, Patient Advocate, Author & Website Founder
Page Last Updated: May 8, 2025
I just received an interesting question from Greg about the Ross Procedure option for aortic valve replacement.
“How Many Ross Procedures Each Year?” Asks Evelyn
By Adam Pick on September 13, 2009
I just received a question about the Ross Procedure for aortic valve replacement from Evelyn.
Two Great Questions About The Ross Procedure… From Duane
By Adam Pick on July 20, 2009
I give A LOT of credit to patients and caregivers that really, really, really, really do their homework prior to heart valve replacement or heart valve repair surgery. I can immediately tell from the questions you ask me just how diligent you’re being at each phase of the surgical process.
After Ross Procedure, Bruce Praises Dr. John Oswalt
By Adam Pick on February 18, 2009
Even though there continues to be some, ongoing debate as to the long-term efficacy of the Ross Procedure, many of my readers continue to select this unique form of aortic valve replacement. Here is the latest Ross Procedure success story from Bruce in Texas.
“Would You Do The Ross Procedure Again?” Asks Tom
By Adam Pick on January 13, 2009
I just received the following email from Tom. Tom is an active 44-year old male, investigating his options for heart valve surgery – specifically aortic valve replacement. For those considering the Ross Procedure, I thought you might find this interesting. Tom writes:
Pulmonary Valve Replacements For The Ross Procedure
By Adam Pick on October 3, 2008
In a recent email to me, Jerry asked one of the most interesting questions about the Ross Procedure. As you can read below, Jerry inquired about the surgical process IF the patient’s pulmonary valve is not qualified for transplant to the aortic position. To learn more about the Ross operation, click here.
For Dave And Jeff… Why I Chose The Ross Procedure For My Aortic Valve Replacement?
By Adam Pick on July 29, 2008
Once diagnosed with severe aortic heart valve disease (stenosis) and an enlarged heart, I went into action mode.
Melissa Causey, 11 Months After Ross Procedure Surgery… Feeling Great!!!
By Adam Pick on July 22, 2008
There is nothing better than hearing from one of my readers after their open-heart surgery recovery is complete.
Ross Registry Website Relaunched For Ross Procedure Patients & Surgeons
By Adam Pick on December 5, 2007
When I was first diagnosed with severe aortic stenosis and regurgitation, I was immediately confronted with several choices.
A Very Memorable Letter From Dr. Donald Ross, Inventor Of The Ross Procedure
Written By: Adam Pick, Patient Advocate, Author & Website Founder
Page Last Updated: November 30, 2007
Last night, I drove up to my house after a very, very, very lonnnnnng day of work. The past twelve hours were filled with hundreds of emails, several conference calls, Los Angeles traffic, etc. Little did I know… My mailbox was holding a short, one page letter that would bring me to tears. I was on the phone with Rob, a good friend, as I flipped through the daily junk-mail that advertised everything from built-in cabinets, to the local Indian restaurant, to Direct TV.
Dr. Donald Ross & I Talk By Phone
Written By: Adam Pick, Patient Advocate, Author & Website Founder
Published: October 23, 2007
Guess who I just got off the phone with???
Ross Procedure Complications?
Written By: Adam Pick, Patient Advocate, Author & Website Founder
Page Last Updated: May 20, 2025
After I was diagnosed with severe stenosis and regurgitation in my bicuspid aortic valve, I was required to make a pretty significant decision.
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