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Grace Mason writes, "Welcome to recovery Mary ❤️‍🩹!
Sounds like you are doing great!"

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Beth McRae writes, "Hi Andy,

Amazing video. We met briefly on this site when I was searching for a surgeon. I found you as a reference for Dr. Burke and it really gave me ...Read more

Beth McRae writes, "Hi Andy,

Amazing video. We met briefly on this site when I was searching for a surgeon. I found you as a reference for Dr. Burke and it really gave me a good feeling.

I only needed AVR “basic” for BAV and ever single thing about Dr. Burke, UW ICU and every staff member was wonderful. My surgery was July 9, 2024 and I had a smooth recovery. Today I still feel my sternum when laying flat on my back during yoga but that’s it.

Thanks again for your reference, it made a difference when I was interviewing surgeons.

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Aruna writes, "So glad to know you are back home. My Sincere Prayers to SAI to help you to find solutions for the post op complications and return you to complete health soon. ...Read more

Aruna writes, "So glad to know you are back home. My Sincere Prayers to SAI to help you to find solutions for the post op complications and return you to complete health soon. Sending loads of love xxxx"

divya gangadharan Thanks Aruna!

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Kim Owenposted an update

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I have a mitral valve regurgitation that is moderate. I found out on my recent echo that my left atrium is severely enlarged probably caused by cardiomyopathy. ...Read more

I have a mitral valve regurgitation that is moderate. I found out on my recent echo that my left atrium is severely enlarged probably caused by cardiomyopathy. My doctor says I’m fine. That doesn’t seem right to me. I feel good. But I’m anxious that we should be doing something other than what we are. Anyone in a similar situation?

Richard Munson Boy, if anyone ever needed a second opinion, its you. Someone in california on this site can give you ... Read more

Richard Munson Boy, if anyone ever needed a second opinion, its you. Someone in california on this site can give you some ideas. Adam lives in california.

Grace Mason I agree with Richard. I always recommend a second opinion even if you feel you comfortable with a fir ... Read more

Grace Mason I agree with Richard. I always recommend a second opinion even if you feel you comfortable with a first opinion.
Your heart is your life engine, don't trust it to one professional opinion.

Rose Madura Agree with above. Please keep us posted.

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tracy maloshposted an update

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My son is having the Ross on May 28th. What are some forgotton must haves for the hospital packing? We will be 9 hours from home, so rather have it & not ...Read more

My son is having the Ross on May 28th. What are some forgotton must haves for the hospital packing? We will be 9 hours from home, so rather have it & not need it. Any recommendations for recovery aides is also appreciated

Susan Lynn Tracy-
Pajama pants or shorts (those hospital gowns are drafty!)
Long chords for cell phone charging
Disposable toothbrushes or the regular kind
Dry shampoo
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Susan Lynn Tracy-
Pajama pants or shorts (those hospital gowns are drafty!)
Long chords for cell phone charging
Disposable toothbrushes or the regular kind
Dry shampoo
Noise canceling headphones or ear buds (hospitals can be noisy places)
Loose pants and button front shirts - Many of us left the hospital with some temporary water weight. Also, arm movement is a little difficult after surgery, so stay away from pullovers for awhile. )

Pretty much everything you need will be provided for you.

Best of luck to you both!

Grace Mason Hi Tracy,
Not sure of your travel plans after discharge, but if you are staying at a hotel post su ... Read more

Grace Mason Hi Tracy,
Not sure of your travel plans after discharge, but if you are staying at a hotel post surgery for a few days as required for air travel a portable BP machine is good idea. I had to check my BP and weight after discharge while I waited for clearance to fly home. The hotel gym had a scale I was able to use
If you are traveling by car I recommend extra pillows for support under arms and just to help cushion any bumps in the car.
Definitely loose clothes as Susan suggested. I also took slip on sneakers, compression socks and button up tops for post surgery. Bending forward can feel uncomfortable or weird for a bit after surgery, so slip on shoes eliminated that and they were more comfortable than the hospital socks they provide(and keeps bedding cleaner than walking in socks and getting back in bed). ChapStick is also nice to have. Hospital does provide for many basic items.

Rose Madura One thing that was super helpful for me was a travel pillow.

Pamela Gregory Definitely a comfortable pillow and blanket from home made me feel a lot more comfortable. non-slip ... Read more

Pamela Gregory Definitely a comfortable pillow and blanket from home made me feel a lot more comfortable. non-slip slippers or socks, comfy easy to get in PJs, toothbrush, long phone cord. I think these were the essentials for me. Best of luck and sending positive prayers for both of you