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1079 days ago

Ruth joy posted a note for Ben that says:

Hi Ben ,
You are doing really well ! One day at a time .
Pace yourself .
Gorgeous family photo

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1080 days ago

Roy Yoder posted a note for Ben that says:

How are you doing, Ben? You are in my prayers tonight, that your are healing well.

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1085 days ago

AR posted a note for Ben that says:

Wishing you a speedy recovery Ben!

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1085 days ago

Nollig Cullen posted a note for Ben that says:

Piece of cake Ben,you got this O.K.But…….be aware of the after effects of the anastetic and the bypass machine as they may not tell you ( as in my ...Read more

Piece of cake Ben,you got this O.K.But…….be aware of the after effects of the anastetic and the bypass machine as they may not tell you ( as in my case)I.e.foggy brain,poor memory /cognition.and you may end up with very low iron.I know this all sounds a bit gloom and doom but hopefully you might not have any of these problems.As for myself my procedure went great and I could not fault my nurses and surgeon I just feel like I fell in a “ big hole” after the op.with no real follow up help.But I’m getting on top of it now Ben and I know you will be a new man .Best wishes and welcome to the club🥴

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1086 days ago

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Roy Yoder posted a note for Ben that says:

Hello Ben

I am so happy that you are (or soon to be) discharged. I know how exicted you are to be home or headed that way. I'm sure that ...Read more

Hello Ben

I am so happy that you are (or soon to be) discharged. I know how exicted you are to be home or headed that way. I'm sure that you plan to go to cardio rehab, I believe as soon as a couple of weeks. I had to wait longer, due to slow recovery. But it really helps you bounce back. So the worst is over & keep a positive mindset!

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1086 days ago

Steven Weber posted a note for Ben that says:

Hey Ben, I just joined this sight tonight. You're inspiring me to move forward with a similar condition. I'd like to hear about your progress from time to time. ...Read more

Hey Ben, I just joined this sight tonight. You're inspiring me to move forward with a similar condition. I'd like to hear about your progress from time to time. I'm routing for you!

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1087 days ago

Ruth joy posted a note for Ben that says:

Hi Ben ,
Welcome to recovery

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1090 days ago

Allen posted a note for Ben that says:

Best of luck, Ben. Your wait is over and recovery starts today!

Ben Crawfordgot a new guestbook post

1090 days ago

Fran posted a note for Ben that says:

Best of luck to you. 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

Ben Crawfordgot a new guestbook post

1090 days ago

Gordon Conwell posted a note for Ben that says:

Hope all went well Ben...be back on your feet and 100% in no time!!!

Ben Crawfordgot a new guestbook post

1090 days ago

Katherine McWatters posted a note for Ben that says:

Wishing you a speedy recovery, and a long and healthy future!!!

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1090 days ago

Chris Brown posted a note for Ben that says:

Ben,

best of luck! Focus on the finish line and not on the race. I had my ascending aorta replaced along my aortic valve with cow tissue. 4 weeks ...Read more

Ben,

best of luck! Focus on the finish line and not on the race. I had my ascending aorta replaced along my aortic valve with cow tissue. 4 weeks was the turning point for me, where every day got significantly better. I was back lifting weights at 5-6 weeks, light and hi rep. Started cycling at 7 weeks. 4 months out was riding 75 miles per week. Back to work at 8 weeks. You’ll do great!

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1090 days ago

Rusty Isenhour posted a note for Ben that says:

What a relief to have the surgery behind you! I had my aortic valve and my ascending aorta replaced in June 2022 at Duke University Hospital with a ...Read more

What a relief to have the surgery behind you! I had my aortic valve and my ascending aorta replaced in June 2022 at Duke University Hospital with a great team headed up by Dr, Chen. Very easy recovery and I feel great! Walk often and as much as you can.

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1091 days ago

Michael Tarasewich posted a note for Ben that says:

Ben , you will be ok , just remember that after the surgery you might have some difficulty waking and breathing for about a year. But the positive side is you ...Read more

Ben , you will be ok , just remember that after the surgery you might have some difficulty waking and breathing for about a year. But the positive side is you will get younger physically and mentally . You will be fine.

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1091 days ago

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Joyce Jent posted a note for Ben that says:

Dear Ben you have my fathers name so that makes you special but you also have my diagnosis I wanna say you are ok Ben you will be fine I am 73 years old & ...Read more

Dear Ben you have my fathers name so that makes you special but you also have my diagnosis I wanna say you are ok Ben you will be fine I am 73 years old & I have had challenges but I’m a strong tough lady with no one I’m only praying because god is my hope for tomorrow & forever I’ve gotta say please post your success story that will be the greatest news you could give me illl pray for you & wait patiently go get ‘em Ben . I’m a survivor you will be too !

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1091 days ago

Roy Yoder posted a note for Ben that says:

Ben
I'm certainly thinking about you today, and praying for successful surgery and an "easy" recovery. My recovery was an unmitigated nightmare experience, ...Read more

Ben
I'm certainly thinking about you today, and praying for successful surgery and an "easy" recovery. My recovery was an unmitigated nightmare experience, but here I am 2 1/2 years later, so hang in there Bud. It'll all work out!

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1091 days ago

Roselyn Kubek posted a note for Ben that says:

Hi Ben! Best of luck! I had aortic stenosis (bi-cuspid) and had a replacement 1-1/2 years ago (pig valve). Doing great! wishing you ...Read more

Hi Ben! Best of luck! I had aortic stenosis (bi-cuspid) and had a replacement 1-1/2 years ago (pig valve). Doing great! wishing you a speedy and easy recovery!

Ben Crawfordgot a new guestbook post

1091 days ago

Mary Jane Breinholt posted a note for Ben that says:

Good luck with surgery today! Hope you sail through with no complications and I look forward to hearing about it when you're able.

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1091 days ago

Mark Jones posted a note for Ben that says:

Good luck Ben. As someone with a similar condition show me how it is done. You’ve got this. Look forward to hearing about the success of the operation ...Read more

Good luck Ben. As someone with a similar condition show me how it is done. You’ve got this. Look forward to hearing about the success of the operation and your positive progress.

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1091 days ago

Debby Johnson posted a note for Ben that says:

Ben,

Will be watching for positive news re: post surgical outcome~sending lots of good thoughts and prayers your way. wishing for speedy and easy ...Read more

Ben,

Will be watching for positive news re: post surgical outcome~sending lots of good thoughts and prayers your way. wishing for speedy and easy recovery.

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1091 days ago

Dr. Eric Kahn posted a note for Ben that says:

Ben
Good luck. Had this procedure in September. Most painful part has been retiring as a doc myself. Consider it a blessing and privilege ...Read more

Ben
Good luck. Had this procedure in September. Most painful part has been retiring as a doc myself. Consider it a blessing and privilege to have had access to this technology. Keep learning….

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1091 days ago

Heath Gamache posted a note for Ben that says:

Good luck and good recovery, Ben. I am 6 weeks behind you. Hope all goes well.

Ben Crawfordgot a new guestbook post

1091 days ago

Tracey Bilski posted a note for Ben that says:

Hi Ben,

Wishing you well in your surgery!
All the best for a speedy recovery. ❤️‍🩹

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1091 days ago

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Angela Meletiadis posted a note for Ben that says:

Hi Ben! May your recovery be quick, restful and peace-filled!

Ben Crawfordgot a new guestbook post

1091 days ago

Laura Holt posted a note for Ben that says:

Blessings and prayers for a quick recovery, Ben!

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