Hello Judy...You have certainly had your "Heart" Full...... I am sorry to read how much you have gone through but happy that your fighting spirit has been able ...Read more
Hello Judy...You have certainly had your "Heart" Full...... I am sorry to read how much you have gone through but happy that your fighting spirit has been able to withstand the challenges and will be praying for an easy procedure on the 16th with your pacemaker being inserted. Hopefully things will get to a knew balance and your body will adapt to having the help which is a "good thing". You take it easy in the meantime while you are waiting for the 16th. You are very fortunate to have the love and support of your husband and let him know I know too just how important a role he
plays in your keeping your spirits high and attitude up! Thoughts and prayers are with you Lady. Love and Hugs to you both.
Judy-Hope all goes well for you today and that your surgical experience takes care of the "mending" it needed. Looking forward to reading a post from your daughter ...Read more
Judy-Hope all goes well for you today and that your surgical experience takes care of the "mending" it needed. Looking forward to reading a post from your daughter
sometime soon and that She too is doing well. Prayers and good wishes to you and your Family. Be Well!
Barry Van Gemert Just read there was a shooting at B&W today. A cardiologist was the victim. Wouldn't want to be in t ... Read more
Barry Van Gemert Just read there was a shooting at B&W today. A cardiologist was the victim. Wouldn't want to be in the OR with crazy stuff like that going on.
Judi Nunez It happened in his office. I was there waiting for my appointment with him. Dr. Michael Davidson. It ... Read more
Judi Nunez It happened in his office. I was there waiting for my appointment with him. Dr. Michael Davidson. It was frightening. He was shot twice. He is very critical.
Judy Aylward I was in surgery on the same floor when the doctor was killed. My husband and daughter were evacuated ... Read more
Judy Aylward I was in surgery on the same floor when the doctor was killed. My husband and daughter were evacuated from the building. It was very scary for them. At the time, they didn't know if I was in danger. The surgeon and medical staff continued with my surgery which lasted about 12 hours - they must have known about the shooting, but continued the surgery through it all. I have so much respect and gratitude for them. I didn't find out about all this until I was at rehab 3 weeks later - which was probably for the best. I had enough going on. My thoughts and prayers went out to Dr Davidson's family.
Patricia A Riley posted a note for Judy that says:
Have a small teddy bear to hang onto at your chest when trying to get up or down. It is a BIG help. Do not get discouraged! It takes a while as I had mine ...Read more
Have a small teddy bear to hang onto at your chest when trying to get up or down. It is a BIG help. Do not get discouraged! It takes a while as I had mine replaced also. What valve are they putting in? Am going on 16 yrs with my metal valve! Prayers for you!
Susan Ericsson Totally agree about the bear! I couldn't believe I was snuggling with it but it was the perfect size. ... Read more
Susan Ericsson Totally agree about the bear! I couldn't believe I was snuggling with it but it was the perfect size. It came from the gift shop with a balloon.
Bill Hendrickson posted a note for Judy that says:
Judy,just wanted to wish you well. I think you selected an excellent facility and should do well. I feel good about my upcoming OHS ,but have a lot of items ...Read more
Judy,just wanted to wish you well. I think you selected an excellent facility and should do well. I feel good about my upcoming OHS ,but have a lot of items to finish before packing for my trip. Keep us posted when possible.
We joined today also. Joe has valve replacement Monday. We are so encouraged as others reach out. I will be watching for your posts and will be praying for ...Read more
We joined today also. Joe has valve replacement Monday. We are so encouraged as others reach out. I will be watching for your posts and will be praying for you.
We joined today also. Joe has valve replacement Monday. We are so encouraged as others reach out. I will be watching for your posts and will be praying for ...Read more
We joined today also. Joe has valve replacement Monday. We are so encouraged as others reach out. I will be watching for your posts and will be praying for you.
Welcome to our ♡ club! Hope everything goes smoothly for you and that you can rely upon tons of us here that we will be in your corner. I see your in the ...Read more
Welcome to our ♡ club! Hope everything goes smoothly for you and that you can rely upon tons of us here that we will be in your corner. I see your in the Boston area..as I am in the Hartford area. I have a consultation also at Brigham and Womens with Dr Byrne on Jan 8 for my severe mitral regurgitation then also trying to see about talking to Dr Adams in Mt Sina before making my choice. I'll be interested to hear of y I urge experience st B&W
Welcome Judy! this is a great site for information about valve surgery. The people here are great too, good support, prayer partners and spending time while ...Read more
Welcome Judy! this is a great site for information about valve surgery. The people here are great too, good support, prayer partners and spending time while waiting and explaining their journey. I had my Mitral valve replaced almost 4 months ago. For me the wait was the hard part- the valve was too damaged for my wish for a repair. I am doing very well, just finished cardiac rehab, and just saw my cardiologist after my 4 month Echo- everything is working as it should! No journey is identical, but I think you will find recovery is better than the unknown of waiting. Just rest, lots of rest, deep breath, and move- walk a bit more each day and you will be on your way. Feel free to ask any of us, including me any questions, and read any of our journals if you want to read of our experiences!! Take good care!
Judy Aylward Thank you Nancy, the waiting is hard. I'm happy to hear about your experience - it does give me hope. ... Read more
Judy Aylward Thank you Nancy, the waiting is hard. I'm happy to hear about your experience - it does give me hope. It has been helpful to hear about the other journeys, as well. I've always been relatively healthy, so this has come as a surprise, but I'm thankful that today this can be fixed. My mother died from heart disease over 30 years ago. With today's technology she may have lived longer. I'll be in touch. Thanks
Nancy D Today, on my 5th month anniversary, you begin your journey to heal your heart and begin a healthier s ... Read more
Nancy D Today, on my 5th month anniversary, you begin your journey to heal your heart and begin a healthier state overall. Be patient, it takes some time, but you too will be feeling better soon!
Hi Judy, Great to meet you and welcome to our community! As you manage your mitral regurgitation treatment, I'm hopeful the information and caring people at ...Read more
Hi Judy, Great to meet you and welcome to our community! As you manage your mitral regurgitation treatment, I'm hopeful the information and caring people at this website will help you! If you need anything, please let me know. Keep on tickin! Adam (patient & website founder)
Judy Aylward Thanks Adam - I've already learned a lot from the folks on this site and will continue to follow thei ... Read more
Judy Aylward Thanks Adam - I've already learned a lot from the folks on this site and will continue to follow their progress which w'll help with my journey.