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2903 days ago

Gail Simmons posted a note for Keith that says:

What an awesome report! And a praise report for sure!! Can't believe your incredible energy; how wonderful! I guess it would be totally inappropriate for this ...Read more

What an awesome report! And a praise report for sure!! Can't believe your incredible energy; how wonderful! I guess it would be totally inappropriate for this aunt and uncle to tell you to "take it easy"! :) Thanks for sharing. We love you. God bless. A. Gail and U. Art

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3161 days ago

Melissa Houser posted a note for Keith that says:

Hello, Keith - I can't believe I am on the other side of OHS. No more anxious waiting! Based on your journal, you are now about 4 months post-op. I am 11 ...Read more

Hello, Keith - I can't believe I am on the other side of OHS. No more anxious waiting! Based on your journal, you are now about 4 months post-op. I am 11 days out from surgery and doing quite well (see my journal for today). The On-X is noted only when my heart rate is up after some activity or (crazy enough!) when on the toilet doing business. It doesn't wake me up at night. I suppose I will see if things change in time. All the best to you :)

Keith Heflin Melissa,
Great to hear from you and glad you are doing well. Yes, it definitely is a good feeling to ... Read more

Keith Heflin Melissa,
Great to hear from you and glad you are doing well. Yes, it definitely is a good feeling to have the surgery behind you! I continue to do very well. Slowly working back to the condition I was in pre-op and hopefully surpass it. I had my first post op echo a week ago. All was well. Everything seemed to be within the nominal range for my valve.
Take care!

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3260 days ago

John D Burgoyne posted a note for Keith that says:

Good morning Keith. I'm really happy to see you doing so well with your recovery. You are looking great my friend! :-)

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3261 days ago

Constance Reid posted a note for Keith that says:

Hi, Keith, you are looking great. Glad to see your pix and read the post. When you mentioned that the surgeon de-calcified your heart I wondered if it is ...Read more

Hi, Keith, you are looking great. Glad to see your pix and read the post. When you mentioned that the surgeon de-calcified your heart I wondered if it is the myocardium (outer surface) or inside the chambers? I thought calcium was inside our arteries. No wonder you're skipping beats. Thankful you had best of care and know what's good for you to stay on the road to wellness. Our family (Marty, me, Rod all have a.fib and take Coumadin (except Rod...Pradaxia). We compare notes. I am considering ablation this year. We will see. Keep up the good recovery efforts and hi to your family. Love, Uncle Rod and Aunt Connie

Keith Heflin Connie, I think we're talking about inside the chamber. Here is a quote from the surgery report. "Th ... Read more

Keith Heflin Connie, I think we're talking about inside the chamber. Here is a quote from the surgery report. "The area that was most heavily calcified was the area of the membranous septum,where we had to take special care to avoid injury to the conduction bundle."

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3269 days ago

Lonnie posted a note for Keith that says:

Awesome!!

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3269 days ago

Lonnie posted a note for Keith that says:

Awesome!!

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3271 days ago

Lonnie posted a note for Keith that says:

So glad to get your update. Hang in there and if you need anything don't hesitate to ask!! Glad you are coming home😉

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3272 days ago

CONNIE and Rod posted a note for Keith that says:

Keith, praise the Lord and your medical team for bringing you through this milestone in your life. You looked great in the picture Marty forwarded, except ...Read more

Keith, praise the Lord and your medical team for bringing you through this milestone in your life. You looked great in the picture Marty forwarded, except we couldn't tell for sure who we were looking at...LJ Keith came to mind. We are praying for you and Deb. Know there will be work ahead but you sure seem fit

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3273 days ago

Dawn Strefling posted a note for Keith that says:

Sending you lots of Florida sunshine! Be strong. And be patient with yourself.

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3274 days ago

Salaam posted a note for Keith that says:

Keith let me know how surgery went as soon as you are better.

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3274 days ago

Larry Ring posted a note for Keith that says:

Hi Keith... Had my surgery on Monday and starting to feel better. It's not fun...but doable. Saying a prayer for your success today!

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3274 days ago

Engineer's cousin posted a note for Keith that says:

Here's to old parts back! That question is as natural to an engineer as breathing. How else, we techno-geeks ask, can one explain progress?

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3274 days ago

John Burgoyne posted a note for Keith that says:

Holding you in my thoughts and prayers Keith. You'll be back mountain biking in no time. 👍🙂

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3274 days ago

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Lonnie posted a note for Keith that says:

Prayers and thoughts for you my friend❤

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3289 days ago

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Tiffie Rosen posted a note for Keith that says:

Hi Keith, just wanted you to know that you are in our prayers!! I love you and am anxious for you to be on the other side of this surgery and on the road to ...Read more

Hi Keith, just wanted you to know that you are in our prayers!! I love you and am anxious for you to be on the other side of this surgery and on the road to recovery. Let us know the next time you make it to Nashville - would love to hear about all of you - I know you lead busy and exciting lives :) God Bless you and your family - Much Love, Tiffie

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3299 days ago

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Juergen posted a note for Keith that says:

Hey Keith - I am also a mountain biker and had my surgery was on July 28, 2016. I had to take an 8 week break from mountain biking which was hard considering ...Read more

Hey Keith - I am also a mountain biker and had my surgery was on July 28, 2016. I had to take an 8 week break from mountain biking which was hard considering the fantastic summers we have here in Oregon - but I was amazed and pleased with the outcome. I have an On-X valve as well. I would not be surprised if you will not only regain your full capacity but will do considerably better post OP. Great timing for your surgery - you can still enjoy summer and fall biking. I had a partial sternotomy (4 inch cut) and the surgeon used plates which - as far as I can tell - reduced pain and got me "up and running" again relatively quickly. Was on heavy painkillers for only one day, back at work 2.5 weeks after surgery and skipped recovery altogether (my recover was bike riding). I wish you all the best.

Candas Jones I am getting on my spin bike, not leaning forward, just sitting on it and moving my legs. Jan 4th w ... Read more

Candas Jones I am getting on my spin bike, not leaning forward, just sitting on it and moving my legs. Jan 4th was my surgery. Doing well, just really tired and super hungry!!!

Bob Jensen Candas - have more pizza - and put some topping on that bad boy. If youre going to enjoy pizzza, go ... Read more

Bob Jensen Candas - have more pizza - and put some topping on that bad boy. If youre going to enjoy pizzza, go all the way, or settle for an apple! LOL. Love your attitude!

Keith Heflin Juergen, thanks for the encouragement. I'm supposed to get a partial sternotomy too. I don't know abo ... Read more

Keith Heflin Juergen, thanks for the encouragement. I'm supposed to get a partial sternotomy too. I don't know about plates though. I would like to get up to Oregon and ride. I've heard the Oak Ridge area is great. Like you I'll probably be doing my own cardiac rehab.

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3299 days ago

Art Simmons posted a note for Keith that says:

Hey Keith... Sounds like you are on the right track. We pray for successful surgery and quick recovery! You may remember U Art's mom had the mitral valve replaced ...Read more

Hey Keith... Sounds like you are on the right track. We pray for successful surgery and quick recovery! You may remember U Art's mom had the mitral valve replaced twice in her life. The last surgery was more than 25 years ago. She lived a normal & productive life for 25+ years with the condition. Technology has only improved! We love you; will follow your progress & look forward with faith to your full recovery! We will pray; please let us know if we can do more.... A. Gail & U. Art

Keith Heflin Thanks Art and Gail!

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3299 days ago

Bob & Charlie Ann posted a note for Keith that says:

Hi Keith. Your dad told us about your upcoming surgery. You are definitely in our thoughts and prayers. It sounds like you are preparing well for your recovery ...Read more

Hi Keith. Your dad told us about your upcoming surgery. You are definitely in our thoughts and prayers. It sounds like you are preparing well for your recovery period. Thanks for the opportunity to communicate and receive updates.

Keith Heflin Thanks Bob and Charlie Ann.

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3299 days ago

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Mark posted a note for Keith that says:

Keith, thanks for sharing. We will be praying for your quick recovery! Mark

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