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Diagnosis: Mitral Regurgitation

Member Since: June 5, 2025

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Kevin Carmelengo got a guestbook from Karen Durst
1 year ago (October 23, 2025)
Dr Gillanov performed my mitral valve surgery robotically 3 months ago. You will be in great hands. Reach out to me if you want.
Kevin Carmelengo
11 months ago (November 8, 2025)
Thanks, Karen. How was the pain or discomfort for the first couple of days. They've told me that I should expect a 4 night hospital stay. Surgery is scheduled for 12/18, and that if all goes well I'll be discharged by Monday 12/22. Did you fly home after the surgery?... Read more.

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