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4347 days ago

Bob Osmachenko posted a note for Gary that says:

Hey Gary, good write-up and a bit humorous. Kind of reminds me of that movie: Shawshank Redemption". Lots of life lessons there. I am scheduled August 27th ...Read more

Hey Gary, good write-up and a bit humorous. Kind of reminds me of that movie: Shawshank Redemption". Lots of life lessons there. I am scheduled August 27th tentatively but it could get postponed due to emergencies. We don't get to pick our surgeons but are assured that they are the best in the land. Of course, it is much more than the surgeon. ICU and post ICU and then home play a large part. The Cath lab people did emphasize that it is team effort. What do I know anyways, I'm trying to learn from people like you so that we're not running around like chickens two weeks before surgery picking up supplies and making final plans. Please keep writing and fill us in on the gory details.

Gary Peluso Hope all went well for you. I am six months out and basically all healed, still trying to get cumadin ... Read more

Gary Peluso Hope all went well for you. I am six months out and basically all healed, still trying to get cumadin stabilized but otherwise doing well. Next is walking miles to lose some of the weight from recovery! Nice to be able to without getting out of breath!

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4348 days ago

kep12061@yahoo.com posted a note for Gary that says:

Congratulations to you Gary. I am told that my surgery is probably coming soon and the doctor I am hoping to have is Dr. Sarabu. I've heard wonderful things ...Read more

Congratulations to you Gary. I am told that my surgery is probably coming soon and the doctor I am hoping to have is Dr. Sarabu. I've heard wonderful things about him. So glad to read your story and see that you had a positive experience with him. I am scared to death so knowing that there are good doctors out there at Vassar which is where I plan to go for the surgery, is nice to know. Thank you for sharing your story. I hope you continue to recover without any complications. Karen

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4426 days ago

Susan Smith posted a note for Gary that says:

Go Gary go!😊. You are definitely ready for home sweet home.

Gary Peluso Glad to here you are on the way home- thanks for all your kind words. Be patient when you get home I ... Read more

Gary Peluso Glad to here you are on the way home- thanks for all your kind words. Be patient when you get home I was surprised at how drained I was, just rest up and let loved ones take care if you. I am in week seven and am mostly healed, still lack stamina but gets better each day. Let me know if you have questions or concerns.

Gary

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4427 days ago

Susan Smith posted a note for Gary that says:

Wow you are doing great! Keep it up. Slow but steady is the mode. My turn is coming soon. The end of April. Do let us all know how you are progressing.

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4428 days ago

Meredith Bray posted a note for Gary that says:

Welcome to the other side, each day is easier than the one before!!! :)

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4428 days ago

Connie Jewell posted a note for Gary that says:

Gary glad to hear you're doing well after your surgery. Also glad to hear your pain in manageable with meds. I will be having my aortic valve replacement ...Read more

Gary glad to hear you're doing well after your surgery. Also glad to hear your pain in manageable with meds. I will be having my aortic valve replacement and aortic aneurysm repair/ Dacron graft in 26 days. When I booked the surgical date in mid-Feb. May seemed so far away but time has flown by. Trying to prepare myself as much as I can for this. I've read Adam's book and looked at videos online as well as read people's journal postings. But my guess is all that can only do so much, everyone's experience is different and we won't know until it's our turn in pre-op, operating room, recovery, ICU and CCU unit rooms. I imagine everyone has rather similar fears going into this and most likely extremely relieved upon first awakening in post op. realizing, I made it through that part! Hope the rest of your hostpial stay runs smoothly and you get to go home soon and the rest of your recovery goes well too.

Gary Peluso Hi Connie yes I'm sure it's different for everyone , but I can at least offer you assurance that it r ... Read more

Gary Peluso Hi Connie yes I'm sure it's different for everyone , but I can at least offer you assurance that it really is doable and there are amazing people at the hospital that do everything in their power to help out.

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4428 days ago

Dora posted a note for Gary that says:

Gary, so happy to hear all went well. Now you take it one day at a time, you'll be home soon and getting stronger every day. Best wishes

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4432 days ago

Meredith Bray posted a note for Gary that says:

See you on the other side! Sending up prayers for you & your family tonight & tomorrow, as well as for the surgical team. Looking forward to eharing from ...Read more

See you on the other side! Sending up prayers for you & your family tonight & tomorrow, as well as for the surgical team. Looking forward to eharing from you when you're ready.

Gary Peluso Hi Meredith - just wanted to thank you for your kind words- I just hit week 7 and am finally starting ... Read more

Gary Peluso Hi Meredith - just wanted to thank you for your kind words- I just hit week 7 and am finally starting to feel whole again. Hope you are doing well.
Gary

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4432 days ago

Susan Smith posted a note for Gary that says:

Gary praying for a successful surgery and a smooth recovery. You will do great. God issue with you. Keep us posted.

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4432 days ago

Susan Smith posted a note for Gary that says:

Gary I will be praying for your successful surgery and a smooth recovery. God is with you. Keep us posted.

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4435 days ago

Ruth Valenzuela posted a note for Gary that says:

I haven't had my operation yet but it's a coming... I pray for everyone that has had this operation or is facing it. I'll be putting you on my prayer chain. ...Read more

I haven't had my operation yet but it's a coming... I pray for everyone that has had this operation or is facing it. I'll be putting you on my prayer chain.

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4435 days ago

Susan Smith posted a note for Gary that says:

Gary, I am right behind you in getting the surgery done. My date is 4/29/14 hinging on the last 2 test to be done and passed. I will have you in my prayers. ...Read more

Gary, I am right behind you in getting the surgery done. My date is 4/29/14 hinging on the last 2 test to be done and passed. I will have you in my prayers. You are going to do just great. Keep us posted and go for it!

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4438 days ago

Tom in KC posted a note for Gary that says:

Gary, I had my aorta valve and aorta replaced on Dec 27th. Glad it is done and now I can do pretty much anything. Worked in the yard today, clipping out dead ...Read more

Gary, I had my aorta valve and aorta replaced on Dec 27th. Glad it is done and now I can do pretty much anything. Worked in the yard today, clipping out dead branches from a tree and hreading them. Pretty good progress for 14 weeks. The first few weeks were a pain (literally), but by 6 weeks I was feeling ready tp do many things. Still have 2 weeks of cardio rehab left. I got a bovine tissue valve, since I did not want to take blood thinners. I will be 57 the end of this month. Been back to work for 6 weeks. Good luck on your surgery day. I know that God will be watching over you and the surgical team.

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4441 days ago

Rob Wigley posted a note for Gary that says:

Hey Gary, I laughed at your dream, sorry! I'm sure it's one most of us have had. I questioned my anesthesiologist as he was putting the lines in my arm in pre-op ...Read more

Hey Gary, I laughed at your dream, sorry! I'm sure it's one most of us have had. I questioned my anesthesiologist as he was putting the lines in my arm in pre-op about what he was going to give me, pretty much to find out if me and Michael Jackson were going to have anything in common. He thought I was concerned about waking up in the middle of surgery, which I WASN'T! (The itemized hospital bill showed me exactly what they gave me during surgery, there wasn't any way I was waking up!) The "relaxing shot" they gave me in pre-op conked me totally out, I don't remember anything after about 30 seconds, looking back at my wife trying to say "see you in a bit"......couldn't get the words out. You'll be fine, you're got some professionals doing their best on you. Waiting is by far the hardest part. It will be fine.....

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4442 days ago

Sandei posted a note for Gary that says:

I remember when I had that 'aha' moment and also that I would be on bypass, glad I hadn't dreamed it. And really glad I have no memory/recollection of that. ...Read more

I remember when I had that 'aha' moment and also that I would be on bypass, glad I hadn't dreamed it. And really glad I have no memory/recollection of that. I actually got to experience it twice because I was bleeding (while still on the table) and they had to go back in. Four weeks post-op today and doing well.

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4442 days ago

Peter Willard posted a note for Gary that says:

Gary I had a bovine valve put in my aorta inFeb 2010 at 67 and they said it could last 15 to 20 yrs.I don't have any other problems.I'm 71 now and Gary I'm ...Read more

Gary I had a bovine valve put in my aorta inFeb 2010 at 67 and they said it could last 15 to 20 yrs.I don't have any other problems.I'm 71 now and Gary I'm sure you'll do just fine.

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4444 days ago

Angela Creason posted a note for Gary that says:

I agree with Ernie and Susan, the journals give so much insight and the different scenarios prepare you for anything. I'm thankful to have had such a great ...Read more

I agree with Ernie and Susan, the journals give so much insight and the different scenarios prepare you for anything. I'm thankful to have had such a great experience and hope you do as well!

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4448 days ago

Ernie A.S. posted a note for Gary that says:

Don't worry. It's all going to go fine. Surgery is easy, recovery is a bear, but it's "bearable". Read plenty of journals, and check the learning center of ...Read more

Don't worry. It's all going to go fine. Surgery is easy, recovery is a bear, but it's "bearable". Read plenty of journals, and check the learning center of the website or use the search function if you have questions. I was surprised at how routine heart valve surgery has become. I was totally prepared for surgery and wasn't too worried at all come time for the operation. Positive attitude goes a long way. Read my journal if you want some laughs.

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4448 days ago

Susan Smith posted a note for Gary that says:

Hi Gary and welcome to the community. Get some knowledge of what is to come as it will help you prepare for surgery. Read the journals. You will be fine. ...Read more

Hi Gary and welcome to the community. Get some knowledge of what is to come as it will help you prepare for surgery. Read the journals. You will be fine. I will keep you in prayer.