Hi Laurel , I hope that you are doing okay and feeling much better
Ana Brusso Have been thinking about you Laurel, how are you doing? I keep praying for your continued healing. Pl ... Read more
Ana Brusso Have been thinking about you Laurel, how are you doing? I keep praying for your continued healing. Please keep us posted. 🙏❤️
Laurel Howard-Boardman I posted an update about my status homebound on O2 with home health aids visiting RN and PT. Breathi ... Read more
Laurel Howard-Boardman I posted an update about my status homebound on O2 with home health aids visiting RN and PT. Breathing and stamina a are major issues Thanks for caring.
Laurel Howard-Boardman MyPCP told me it's been many years since she saw a serious surgery such as mine. She said most surger ... Read more
Laurel Howard-Boardman MyPCP told me it's been many years since she saw a serious surgery such as mine. She said most surgeries are done as minimally invasive these days. She said the 'insult' to my entire system is so much more severe than is commonly seen now. She understand the reasoning, given the increased stroke risk. She said I will take a long time to heal.
Rose Madura Laurel, our bodies take a beating during OHS. I had a lot of complications post op and was re-hospit... Read more
Rose Madura Laurel, our bodies take a beating during OHS. I had a lot of complications post op and was re-hospitalized 4 times and spent a total of 24 days in the hospital. I guess some of us are more susceptible than others to complications. It was about three months until I felt that I turned a corner. God bless you and praying for you to feel better soon.
Have you contacted your surgeon in Cleveland? He is well known , I am sure he’d want to see you. Plus help you get a local cardiologist
Laurel Howard-Boardman I mistakenly expected concern about my surgical complications after I left Cleveland to return to WI. ... Read more
Laurel Howard-Boardman I mistakenly expected concern about my surgical complications after I left Cleveland to return to WI. I hoped the side effects would subside but was re-hospitalized locally after a day and 1/2. Attempts to communicate with the surgeon were referred to an RN group for response. A local cardiologist said the procedure was well done. I was to have returned to the CC for follow up but seeing the surgeon was not included. I was told I could get follow up care where ever I wished. Under the circumstances, I chose local follow care. My mitral valve repair surgery took place on Nov 1. I am in cardio rehab now but am still having problems with shortness of breath with very minor exertion and chest pains. The chest pains developed following my release from the local cardio hospital unit, while on an in home care program. No chest pains or this level of shortness of breath pre surgery. Wish this was a more positive update. Cardiologist visit tomorrow.
Hi Laurel , I hope the symptoms start to improve / subside . I know you ‘ll be feeling frustrated , worried and very tired . Have you spoken to the ...Read more
Hi Laurel , I hope the symptoms start to improve / subside . I know you ‘ll be feeling frustrated , worried and very tired . Have you spoken to the local cardiologist ‘s secretary to try and get an appointment . If you can get over on your side slightly or stand up regularly to relief the pressure on your butt , to help heal the pressure sores . I ‘m glad the nurse is visiting , that will make a difference .
How was your experience with Dr Gillinov? Did he visit you after surgery? Please share your experience.
Hope you’re recovery goes well.
Laurel Howard-Boardman Yes, Dr Gillinov did visit after surgery. The airport transfers weren't real reliable. Long, hard d ... Read more
Laurel Howard-Boardman Yes, Dr Gillinov did visit after surgery. The airport transfers weren't real reliable. Long, hard day getting home. Arrhythmias and shortness of breath led to hospitalization back home. Idlppn hospital now.
Irine Jane How are you doing? Are you still in hospital?
Laurel Howard-Boardman Released home on meds and O2 Nov 17. In home care. 2 visits with myPCP and a cardiologist appt this w ... Read more
Laurel Howard-Boardman Released home on meds and O2 Nov 17. In home care. 2 visits with myPCP and a cardiologist appt this week. Homebound other than medappts so far. Have a medical appt w/ my neurologist inMilw (100 miles each way with a long hospital walk on Dec 13. Somewhat concerned about this. Breathing and stamina are problems. Moving more in the house. Cold here in WI
Laurel Howard-Boardman Released home on meds and O2 Nov 17. In home care. 2 visits with myPCP and a cardiologist appt this w ... Read more
Laurel Howard-Boardman Released home on meds and O2 Nov 17. In home care. 2 visits with myPCP and a cardiologist appt this week. Homebound other than medappts so far. Have a medical appt w/ my neurologist inMilw (100 miles each way with a long hospital walk on Dec 13. Somewhat concerned about this. Breathing and stamina are problems. Moving more in the house. Cold here in WI
Laurel Howard-Boardman Released home on meds and O2 Nov 17. In home care. 2 visits with myPCP and a cardiologist appt this w ... Read more
Laurel Howard-Boardman Released home on meds and O2 Nov 17. In home care. 2 visits with myPCP and a cardiologist appt this week. Homebound other than medappts so far. Have a medical appt w/ my neurologist inMilw (100 miles each way with a long hospital walk on Dec 13. Somewhat concerned about this. Breathing and stamina are problems. Moving more in the house. Cold here in WI
Laurel Howard-Boardman Released home on meds and O2 Nov 17. In home care. 2 visits with myPCP and a cardiologist appt this w ... Read more
Laurel Howard-Boardman Released home on meds and O2 Nov 17. In home care. 2 visits with myPCP and a cardiologist appt this week. Homebound other than medappts so far. Have a medical appt w/ my neurologist inMilw (100 miles each way with a long hospital walk on Dec 13. Somewhat concerned about this. Breathing and stamina are problems. Moving more in the house. Cold here in WI
Laurel Howard-Boardman Released home on meds and O2 Nov 17. In home care. 2 visits with myPCP and a cardiologist appt this w ... Read more
Laurel Howard-Boardman Released home on meds and O2 Nov 17. In home care. 2 visits with myPCP and a cardiologist appt this week. Homebound other than medappts so far. Have a medical appt w/ my neurologist inMilw (100 miles each way with a long hospital walk on Dec 13. Somewhat concerned about this. Breathing and stamina are problems. Moving more in the house. Cold here in WI
Laurel Howard-Boardman Released home on meds and O2 Nov 17. In home care. 2 visits with myPCP and a cardiologist appt this w ... Read more
Laurel Howard-Boardman Released home on meds and O2 Nov 17. In home care. 2 visits with myPCP and a cardiologist appt this week. Homebound other than medappts so far. Have a medical appt w/ my neurologist inMilw (100 miles each way with a long hospital walk on Dec 13. Somewhat concerned about this. Breathing and stamina are problems. Moving more in the house. Cold here in WI
Laurel Howard-Boardman Released home on meds and O2 Nov 17. In home care. 2 visits with myPCP and a cardiologist appt this w ... Read more
Laurel Howard-Boardman Released home on meds and O2 Nov 17. In home care. 2 visits with myPCP and a cardiologist appt this week. Homebound other than medappts so far. Have a medical appt w/ my neurologist inMilw (100 miles each way with a long hospital walk on Dec 13. Somewhat concerned about this. Breathing and stamina are problems. Moving more in the house. Cold here in WI
Laurel Howard-Boardman Sorry about the note duplications Don't know what caused them. Maybe Adam can fix
Laurel Howard-Boardman On the daily hospital visitation by Dr. Gillinov post surgery, while I was hospitalized at the CC, I ... Read more
Laurel Howard-Boardman On the daily hospital visitation by Dr. Gillinov post surgery, while I was hospitalized at the CC, I saw him briefly, I believe twice. He works with a team and one or two of them were the more frequent visitors. I was inpatient from Nov 1 - 9.
Laurel, tomorrow is your big day, and I’m sure you are excited and ready to get through this and on with a new chapter of life. I’m sending up lots of prayers ...Read more
Laurel, tomorrow is your big day, and I’m sure you are excited and ready to get through this and on with a new chapter of life. I’m sending up lots of prayers on your behalf for a successful surgery. You can do this! I’m excited to read your victory post in a few days.~❤️
Ana Brusso Lifting you up in prayer for a successful surgery tomorrow. God bless you
Laurel Howard-Boardman Thank you. It turned into open heart surgery on Oct 31. Just got home last night. I have a long recov ... Read more
Laurel Howard-Boardman Thank you. It turned into open heart surgery on Oct 31. Just got home last night. I have a long recovery in front of me.
Laurel Howard-Boardman Thank you. It turned into open heart surgery on Oct 31. Just got home last night. I have a long recov ... Read more
Laurel Howard-Boardman Thank you. It turned into open heart surgery on Oct 31. Just got home last night. I have a long recovery in front of me.
Laurel Howard-Boardman Thank you. It turned into open heart surgery on Oct 31. Just got home last night. I have a long recov ... Read more
Laurel Howard-Boardman Thank you. It turned into open heart surgery on Oct 31. Just got home last night. I have a long recovery in front of me.
Laurel Howard-Boardman Thank you. It turned into open heart surgery on Oct 31. Just got home last night. I have a long recov ... Read more
Laurel Howard-Boardman Thank you. It turned into open heart surgery on Oct 31. Just got home last night. I have a long recovery in front of me.
Laurel Howard-Boardman Thank you. It turned into open heart surgery on Oct 31. Just got home last night. I have a long recov ... Read more
Laurel Howard-Boardman Thank you. It turned into open heart surgery on Oct 31. Just got home last night. I have a long recovery in front of me.
Laurel Howard-Boardman Thank you. It turned into open heart surgery on Oct 31. Just got home last night. I have a long recov ... Read more
Laurel Howard-Boardman Thank you. It turned into open heart surgery on Oct 31. Just got home last night. I have a long recovery in front of me.
Laurel Howard-Boardman Thank you. It turned into open heart surgery on Oct 31. Just got home last night. I have a long recov ... Read more
Laurel Howard-Boardman Thank you. It turned into open heart surgery on Oct 31. Just got home last night. I have a long recovery in front of me.
Laurel Howard-Boardman Thank you. It turned into open heart surgery on Oct 31. Just got home last night. I have a long recov ... Read more
Laurel Howard-Boardman Thank you. It turned into open heart surgery on Oct 31. Just got home last night. I have a long recovery in front of me.
Laurel Howard-Boardman Thank you. It turned into open heart surgery on Oct 31. Just got home last night. I have a long recov ... Read more
Laurel Howard-Boardman Thank you. It turned into open heart surgery on Oct 31. Just got home last night. I have a long recovery in front of me.
Ana Brusso Laurel, the good thing is you made it. Glad you are home now. Hang in there, you will recover one day ... Read more
Ana Brusso Laurel, the good thing is you made it. Glad you are home now. Hang in there, you will recover one day at a time. Be patient with your body and follow your medical team instructions. God bless you heart warrior 🙏❤️
All will be okay. I had open sternum as well, due to mitral calcification. You are way too young for the mitral clip;, as it is structured today ...Read more
All will be okay. I had open sternum as well, due to mitral calcification. You are way too young for the mitral clip;, as it is structured today you would still have some leakage etc. You are stronger than you think. Just you see. And you will have one nurse in the ICU 24/7 just for YOU and anything you want. Don't hesitate to ask. Godspeed. Will say a prayer for you tonight.
Laurel - Tomorrow, you'll become our newest rock star! Sending you positive thoughts and prayers! We'll be awaiting your post-op good news!
Greg Lewis Praying for your surgery! It will be fine. Don't worry.
Denise Duncan My friend had Dr. Gillinov perform her surgery last December. She did great and was sitting up the f... Read more
Denise Duncan My friend had Dr. Gillinov perform her surgery last December. She did great and was sitting up the following day, I believe. She was pleased with her whole experience at The Cleveland Clinic! I had surgery on my Mitral Valve and Tricuspid Valve in August 2022. My surgery was done in NYC, and I was back to my activities in mid-November. I wish you all the best for your upcoming procedure.
Hi Laurel, thinking of you. You are in the best hands ever with Dr. G and the Cleveland Clinic. Soon you will be in recovery and so ...Read more
Hi Laurel, thinking of you. You are in the best hands ever with Dr. G and the Cleveland Clinic. Soon you will be in recovery and so relieved. Almost there! Hang strong. Believe. (and the odds are so so so in your favor; remind yourself of that often. I did. It helped.)
Jay Heagerty Welcome Laurel. Sounds like you are in good hands for your surgery. Best of luck to you and soon you ... Read more
Jay Heagerty Welcome Laurel. Sounds like you are in good hands for your surgery. Best of luck to you and soon you will be on the recovery side. Thoughts and prayers for a successful outcome.
Thomas Brusstar Dr. Gillinov and his team are famous. You will do great!
Glad to hear you're getting the problem fixed. Doing it out of town comes with challenges. I live in So Fl. and had my surgery in N.Y.C. and beleive me when ...Read more
Glad to hear you're getting the problem fixed. Doing it out of town comes with challenges. I live in So Fl. and had my surgery in N.Y.C. and beleive me when you're discharged there's no place as expensive as New York but now I'm home so I guess it was worth it.
Hi Laurel- Welcome to our community! You and I have the same diagnosis - MVP with MV regurgitation. I too work in Mental Health. I am a nurse and am a... Read more
Hi Laurel- Welcome to our community! You and I have the same diagnosis - MVP with MV regurgitation. I too work in Mental Health. I am a nurse and am a director of an inpatient psychiatric and detox unit in Maine. I had my mitral valve robotically repaired at the Cleveland Clinic on Jan 28, 2022 by Dr. Daniel Burns. All went extremely well for me and I am doing great. Dr. Gillinov is an awesome surgeon and you will be well taken care of. I didn't find this website till after my surgery. I wish you well. Keep in touch. My prayers are with you. These last 2 weeks before surgery were actually the toughest for me. I was fairly anxious, but got through it and you will too!
I had mitral valve and tricuspid valve surgery at Cleveland Clinic on February 28th of this year and Dr Gillinov was my surgeon. I ...Read more
Hello Laurel,
I had mitral valve and tricuspid valve surgery at Cleveland Clinic on February 28th of this year and Dr Gillinov was my surgeon. I thought I was going to have my valves replaced but Dr Gillinov was able to repair both valves instead of replacing them. My experience and outcome at the Cleveland Clinic was superb. I highly recommend Dr Gillinov.
Laurel Howard-Boardman Thank you for writing about your positive experience with Dr. Gollinov. Out of necessity, I did all o ... Read more
Laurel Howard-Boardman Thank you for writing about your positive experience with Dr. Gollinov. Out of necessity, I did all of my own research related to my heart condition and learned a lot. It led me to Dr. Gollinov and this site. I am eagerly awaiting Dr. Gollinov's review of my docs and films.