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Diagnosis: Mitral Regurgitation

Member Since: June 9, 2022

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Laura Bickford got a guestbook from Adam Pick
6 months ago (April 25, 2026)
Hi Laura, Just saw your story! Great to hear that Dr. Burns took such great care of you! 👍👍👍
Laura Bickford got a guestbook from Lisa Silverman
2 years ago (September 2, 2024)
Hi Laura! My name is Lisa and I have MVP w severe regurgitation and am seriously considering Dr.Malas at CC for the (hopeful) robotic surgery. Traveling from Kansas City. I'd appreciate hearing anything you're willing to share about your experience with this and the CC and traveling for surgery and... Read more.
Laura Bickford got a guestbook from Christine Maiorano
2 years ago (March 13, 2024)
Hi Laura, just read your story and your message of support to another patient. My diagnosis is similar to yours. I'm scheduled for mitral valve repair at Cleveland Clinic on 4-10 Dr Gillinov is my surgeon. Hopefully my surgery will be robotic! How long was your hospital stay? Any tips... Read more.

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