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Diagnosis: Mitral Regurgitation

Member Since: April 1, 2020

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Kate Heller got a guestbook from Skipper Kagamaster
6 years ago (July 22, 2020)
Congrats on getting through to the other side! Hope your recovery is going well.
Kate Heller got a guestbook from Mark
6 years ago (June 16, 2020)
Today was your big day. How did it go. You got to update us, when you're ready of course.
👍 Kate Heller reacted to this
6 years ago (June 17, 2020)
YES - I am pulling for you too!!!
Kate Heller got a guestbook from Lea Parker
6 years ago (June 11, 2020)
Kate, This is awesome news that your husband can be with you! I had open heart surgery in 2016 and having my husband by my side gave me great comfort. I had an aortic valve replacement and aortic aneurysm repair and relied on my husband to keep me company, to... Read more.
👍 Kate Heller reacted to this
6 years ago (June 11, 2020)
Thank you so much! My husband and I are so happy he'll be able to join me. This website has been such a blessing and I will be forever grateful the support!
6 years ago (June 11, 2020)
Kate: I had minimally invasive mitral valve repair and it was quick and easy. Virtually painless, no driving restrictions, and in and out of the hospital in 3 1/2 days. I know you'll do just great! All the best next week!
6 years ago (June 13, 2020)
Susan thank you! This is exactly what I need to hear right now. 😊 3 days and counting!

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