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3747 days ago

Correne Harris posted a note for Bill that says:

I'm glad to hear all is going well. Take care, take it slow and get better soon.

Bill Hendrickson Thanks Correne,taking it slow is difficult.

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3787 days ago

Lenore Mitchell posted a note for Bill that says:

How's it going now, Bill? Hope you're all fixed after your return trip to CC. We just never know quite what bumps in the road there'll be on this journey, and ...Read more

How's it going now, Bill? Hope you're all fixed after your return trip to CC. We just never know quite what bumps in the road there'll be on this journey, and yet overall it's so good to be done with surgery. Take care.

Bill Hendrickson Good to hear from you. I feel very good heart wise but I had to put rehab on hold because of bilatera ... Read more

Bill Hendrickson Good to hear from you. I feel very good heart wise but I had to put rehab on hold because of bilateral inguinal hernias that developed because I was straining with constipation. The smart thing to do is let the medication do it's job in good time. What a lesson to learn! I met with a surgeon at Penn State Med. Ctr who will operate at the end of May using robotics or min. Invasive laproscopic equip. My only problem for now is to lay down when I feel pain from the intestine pushing thru a 1/2 inch opening in the pelvic area. This could lead to intestinal strangulation which would be a very bad situation for a heart valve patient. Heart valve surgery can set us up for devious recovery road. I must say that it is hard to believe that I have two new valves implanted in my heart as I feel super good without any chest discomfort. Hope your recovery has progressed where life is back to normal. Let me know how things are going. BTW I was impressed that you could fly back home in such a short time after surgery. I was down and out for two weeks and my wife had to help me with every small thing. As an example taking a shower was exhausting .

Lenore Mitchell Hi Bill - recovery is certainly an up and down situation, I agree. Since this is prime gardening time ... Read more

Lenore Mitchell Hi Bill - recovery is certainly an up and down situation, I agree. Since this is prime gardening time, I overdid it last week, and paid the price - several days downtime. I also have long term chronic back issues, several icky fusions years ago. Each of us have different issues which rear up now and then. Sorry to hear you're facing inguinal surgery, but if they can keep it robotic or minimal, it should be ok for you. My cardiologist ok'd several trips to the Colorado high country (12,000 ft plus) this summer, so I'm happy - going there to botanize, so no heavy hiking. Doc did recommend getting a pulse ox however, which I'm looking into. Sometimes I feel great, other times i feel like I'm 110! (I turned 70 in March, so do qualify as a senior). Take care. Glad you have your wife to help. My husband died in 2011, but I have one local daughter, the other in Virginia, and they're both looking out for me - sometimes too much even.

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3797 days ago

Lenore posted a note for Bill that says:

Sorry to hear about your incision/stitch issue, Bill. Hope it's resolved quickly. My CC surgeon was Dr Marc Gillinov, and I liked him and was impressed by ...Read more

Sorry to hear about your incision/stitch issue, Bill. Hope it's resolved quickly. My CC surgeon was Dr Marc Gillinov, and I liked him and was impressed by his superior reputation. He did always seem very busy, but the pre-op meeting with him was good, and then he came to check on me several times (not daily as a cardiologist and the excellent nurse practioner Diane Vargo handled daily in-hospital issues during my 7 day stay). Good luck to you!

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3816 days ago

Doris posted a note for Bill that says:

Bill I have both mitral and aortic regurgitation also. Did you have to have a sternal incision? Am hoping for a less invasive procedure. Glad you're doing ...Read more

Bill I have both mitral and aortic regurgitation also. Did you have to have a sternal incision? Am hoping for a less invasive procedure. Glad you're doing well.

John Fichera Have you looked into the DaVinci robot? I had it done and I was out of the hospital in 2 days and ba ... Read more

John Fichera Have you looked into the DaVinci robot? I had it done and I was out of the hospital in 2 days and back to work in 2 1/2 weeks. Just 4 dime sized incisions on my right side. No sternotomy! I believe they repair aortic using the robot as well.

Bill Hendrickson I had two back to back surgeries which were full length chest openings. The second one was an emergen ... Read more

Bill Hendrickson I had two back to back surgeries which were full length chest openings. The second one was an emergency to stop bleeding. On the plus side my max pain level was a 3 for 2 days then minimal after that only requiring over the counter pain med.

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3839 days ago

Lenore posted a note for Bill that says:

Bill, wow - you've met some challenges, but glad to hear things are going well now. As many folks have said, this road we're on often presents 'bumps' but ...Read more

Bill, wow - you've met some challenges, but glad to hear things are going well now. As many folks have said, this road we're on often presents 'bumps' but all we can do is forge ahead. I went to CC as well, and I'm straight Medicare without a medigap and was surprised that my portion of the bill wasn't higher. I was expecting to owe them a lot more. Anyhow, glad you're on the road to recovery.

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3840 days ago

Curtis Jones posted a note for Bill that says:

Hey Bill, good to hear your doing well. Yes it looks like we are both members of the double valve club. What the heck we get two for the price of one.

Bill Hendrickson The bill from CCF was off the charts, ugh

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3860 days ago

Correne Harris posted a note for Bill that says:

Have a safe trip home.

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3863 days ago

Pat McCurdy posted a note for Bill that says:

Happy all is going well...take it as directed and you will be ready for spring! Thoughts and prayers are with you! Pat and Jim

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3866 days ago

Gail posted a note for Bill that says:

So glad to hear that you're improving daily. Now that this surgery is behind you, enjoy the new life that you've been given. Your heart will heal, and so will ...Read more

So glad to hear that you're improving daily. Now that this surgery is behind you, enjoy the new life that you've been given. Your heart will heal, and so will you. All in Gods' good time. Patience is not something you and I come by easily. I usually want everything ---yesterday ! Take care, my love to you both

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3867 days ago

Gail posted a note for Bill that says:

I could send you some of Aunt Marj's meatloaf ? That would make any hospital food taste good ! :-) Hope you're on the short list for your hospital stay. My ...Read more

I could send you some of Aunt Marj's meatloaf ? That would make any hospital food taste good ! :-) Hope you're on the short list for your hospital stay. My love to you both. G

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3868 days ago

Correne Harris posted a note for Bill that says:

Uncle Denny & Edna - Mom has been keeping us all updated, but I wanted to send a note to let you both know that you are constantly in my thoughts and prayers. ...Read more

Uncle Denny & Edna - Mom has been keeping us all updated, but I wanted to send a note to let you both know that you are constantly in my thoughts and prayers. Here's to a full and speedy recovery. Much love to you both - Correne

Bill Hendrickson Corrine thanks for your support and prayers, they are appreciated, Love Denny &edna

Edith Dim How is Bill? I hope he is improving.

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3868 days ago

Terrie Syvertsen posted a note for Bill that says:

Bill and Edna- Great to get up this morning with a cup of coffee and read this update from you! It almost feels like you are waiting for the birth of a "baby" ...Read more

Bill and Edna- Great to get up this morning with a cup of coffee and read this update from you! It almost feels like you are waiting for the birth of a "baby" while waiting to hear from our heart brothers and sisters coming in and out of our/their surgeries, isn't it? I guess in a sense it is a birth of sorts. New "baby valves" and a re-birth given that new start with a mended heart, yes!? Very happy that you sort of slalomed over the bumps and are headed uphill now with the help and encouragement of your lovely wife. Just a note about your appetite and food. I found early on that asking for salmon and veggies(if they have it and you like fish) was one of my favorite things on the menu and I found it easy on the stomach! Your energy will return and the weakness will too given your energy to move forward and heal! Great news about the echo too. So very happy you are on the Recovery side. You both take care and worry about resting and getting those little walks in as you gain strength as you will have plenty of time for updating as you grow stronger. Be well.

Bill Hendrickson Terrie, thanks so much for your comments. My appetite is gone but my sister-enlaw had the same proble ... Read more

Bill Hendrickson Terrie, thanks so much for your comments. My appetite is gone but my sister-enlaw had the same problem and said it will gradually return. This trip has its very emotional moments which come out of nowhere. I guess that will settle down when I return to see the family.

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3869 days ago

Gail posted a note for Bill that says:

Since we haven't heard anything since your last update. We're taking the positive approach that no news is good news. Edna, I hope you're taking good care ...Read more

Since we haven't heard anything since your last update. We're taking the positive approach that no news is good news. Edna, I hope you're taking good care of yourself too. There is no doubt in my mind that you're taking good care of my big brother. We love you both and praying for you both.

Bill Hendrickson Hi Gail,thanks for your prayers. I expect to be discharged Thursday or Fri at the most. We will be st ... Read more

Bill Hendrickson Hi Gail,thanks for your prayers. I expect to be discharged Thursday or Fri at the most. We will be staying here for about 2 weeks before returning home. Recovery is slow as I have lost all taste for food. This should resolve in due time. Will keep you posted. Love Denny

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3870 days ago

Tammi Gunwall posted a note for Bill that says:

Continuing to lift up prayers for Bill, Edna and your entire family. I hope there has been improvement in Bill's progress for healing and heart strength. Please ...Read more

Continuing to lift up prayers for Bill, Edna and your entire family. I hope there has been improvement in Bill's progress for healing and heart strength. Please let him know his heart family here is pulling hard for him and is sending him well wishes.

Tammy Pilcher I second what Tammi says. I've also been thinking about Bill and pray things are better. God bless ... Read more

Tammy Pilcher I second what Tammi says. I've also been thinking about Bill and pray things are better. God bless you all!

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3872 days ago

Terrie Syvertsen posted a note for Bill that says:

Bill and Edna- Read your update just before bedtime tonight and the last thing we will do tonight is send prayers to you both that his heart improves and he ...Read more

Bill and Edna- Read your update just before bedtime tonight and the last thing we will do tonight is send prayers to you both that his heart improves and he begins to improve and start to recover. Edna, knowing you are with him is one of the best sources from which he can gain the strength and feel the love and prayer. All the community is with you both. Take care.

Terrie Syvertsen Bill and Edna-Thinking of you both today and hope and pray that things have improved with Bill's heal ... Read more

Terrie Syvertsen Bill and Edna-Thinking of you both today and hope and pray that things have improved with Bill's health and things are going well and that he is able to begin his healing process. Be well. Edna, don't for get we are all here for your both too.

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3873 days ago

Gail posted a note for Bill that says:

Praying for you both. Thanks for the update. Love you guys. I'm here if you need me.

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3873 days ago

Don Hull posted a note for Bill that says:

Hoping all is going well for you. Thinking positive thoughts for you and your family. Take it one day at a time! I had mitral valve replaced in 2009.

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3873 days ago

Correne Harris posted a note for Bill that says:

Praying for both of you and sending positive thoughts and much love.

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3873 days ago

Lee Anne Corbin posted a note for Bill that says:

Hi Bill and Edna, My thoughts are with you today after Bill had to have additional surgery last night. I had surgery to repair my mitral valve at Cleveland ...Read more

Hi Bill and Edna, My thoughts are with you today after Bill had to have additional surgery last night. I had surgery to repair my mitral valve at Cleveland Clinic last July and it is an amazing place, so I know they are providing him with the best care. Stay strong and know there are lots of us out here thinking about you."

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3874 days ago

Bob posted a note for Bill that says:

Good luck Bill! Aortic valve replacement last June. Not fun at first, but it will get better quickly. A bit younger than you, but I'm sure you'll do great. ...Read more

Good luck Bill! Aortic valve replacement last June. Not fun at first, but it will get better quickly. A bit younger than you, but I'm sure you'll do great. Prayers for you Bill.

Bill Rothballer Thanks Bob. Were you tired, sore or both? How long did it take for you to feel better?

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3874 days ago

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Bonnie posted a note for Bill that says:

I had my aorta valve replaced this past July, and am gaining more strength every day still. Had murmur all my life too....I WAS SCARED...heart problems are ...Read more

I had my aorta valve replaced this past July, and am gaining more strength every day still. Had murmur all my life too....I WAS SCARED...heart problems are rampant in my family, and many died young. I'm so thankful that I've done so well and very grateful to God...you will do fine I'm sure! God bless you!

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3874 days ago

Joan876 Howard posted a note for Bill that says:

Hi Bill-I have been thinking about you and your family today. I know you are in capable hands and pray everything goes smoothly. I'll be there in March for ...Read more

Hi Bill-I have been thinking about you and your family today. I know you are in capable hands and pray everything goes smoothly. I'll be there in March for double valve replacement. Take care and I am praying for a speedy recovery!

Jimene Jetton Hi Bill, hope all went well today. Thinking of you and your family

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3874 days ago

R. Gallagher posted a note for Bill that says:

Today is your surgery day. May you be Blessed with with much healing and good health. On Dec.4th, 2013, at age 85, I also had a double valve, Aorta and Mitral, ...Read more

Today is your surgery day. May you be Blessed with with much healing and good health. On Dec.4th, 2013, at age 85, I also had a double valve, Aorta and Mitral, replacement, along with a blocked artery. I'm a female and live in Scranton Pa. My surgery was done in Baptist Medical Center in St. Louis, Mo. I've had much success and so will you. The right attitude does wonders.