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2588 days ago

I’m also in Cincinnati and in the waiting room but it’s good to see another positive mention of a local hospital and surgeon, as Dr. Answini is one of the ...Read more

I’m also in Cincinnati and in the waiting room but it’s good to see another positive mention of a local hospital and surgeon, as Dr. Answini is one of the surgeons I plan on talking to when the time comes. Thanks Lisa.

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2588 days ago

Nancy Luth posted a note for Lisa that says:

Thanks Lisa for replying to my questions. It makes me feel so much better to hear from folks who went to regional hospitals for their surgery. I was starting ...Read more

Thanks Lisa for replying to my questions. It makes me feel so much better to hear from folks who went to regional hospitals for their surgery. I was starting to 2nd guess myself. I will check out the valve you mentioned.

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2816 days ago

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Debra Langford posted a note for Lisa that says:

I just saw that you were scheduled for surgery today. Here’s hoping all went well and prayers for a speedy recovery.

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2816 days ago

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Leocadia Contreras posted a note for Lisa that says:

Hi Lisa, Hope all went well and the surgery was successful. Praying for you for a speedy recovery. God bless you!

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2816 days ago

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Martha Kaczala posted a note for Lisa that says:

Hi Lisa, You are on my thoughts and prayers. Praying for a successful surgery and speedy recovery! Martha

Michelle E Hi Lisa - hope and pray that all went well and now the healing begins. Bless you! Michelle

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2816 days ago

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james pait posted a note for Lisa that says:

I also had AVR and after three years I am doing aok. Not without perfect but i would say aok. email me if you have any questions patient wise. I had great ...Read more

I also had AVR and after three years I am doing aok. Not without perfect but i would say aok. email me if you have any questions patient wise. I had great doctors and followup. Have a super day.

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2817 days ago

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Therese ODell posted a note for Lisa that says:

Praying for the peace of God to overwhelm you tomorrow! Hoping things go well and wishing you a quick and easy recovery!

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2817 days ago

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Lisa, Sending prayers your way for a successful surgery and recovery. Best regards, Karen Warren

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2817 days ago

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Bonnie Stone-Hope posted a note for Lisa that says:

Good morning, Lisa. Thinking of you today as you prepare for your surgery. Looking forward to reading your posts when you are recovering. Sincere best wishes ...Read more

Good morning, Lisa. Thinking of you today as you prepare for your surgery. Looking forward to reading your posts when you are recovering. Sincere best wishes for a successful surgery and easy recovery. Regards, Bonnie

Lisa McLaughlin Thank you Bonnie! I hope your recovery is going well!

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2817 days ago

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Michael Zernell posted a note for Lisa that says:

Lisa, good luck tomorrow. I will be thinking of you.

Lisa McLaughlin Thank you Michael and positive thoughts for you also on Tuesday!

Michael Zernell How are your nerves? I hope not too crazy

Lisa McLaughlin Not too bad yet. Reading the stories of other people has helped. Tomorrow morning may be another stor ... Read more

Lisa McLaughlin Not too bad yet. Reading the stories of other people has helped. Tomorrow morning may be another story though.

Michael Zernell I hope all went well today. I will be going in at 5:15am for mine. We aren't sure what all will nee ... Read more

Michael Zernell I hope all went well today. I will be going in at 5:15am for mine. We aren't sure what all will need done for sure, the one thing that is for sure is that my Aortic valve is shot, there wasn't much in the line of choices either. I am getting a Bovine or a Homograph based on the condition of the valve.

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2817 days ago

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Lisa Hunley posted a note for Lisa that says:

Hey Lisa. I will be praying for you and look forward to hearing your updates.

Lisa McLaughlin Thank you so much. Hope you're continuing to do well in your recovery!

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2820 days ago

Jane Howard posted a note for Lisa that says:

Hi Lisa - we are a similar age and I too have thyroid problems and aortic valve stenosis. I see that your surgery is this coming Monday and I wish you all the ...Read more

Hi Lisa - we are a similar age and I too have thyroid problems and aortic valve stenosis. I see that your surgery is this coming Monday and I wish you all the best!I don’t have a date yet - awaiting a different CT scan, then they will decide on minimally invasive or not. I am in Liverpool, England, and Only just found this site - I am beyond terrified at the thought of the operation! Good luck Monday - I will look out to see your post-op progress!

Lisa McLaughlin Hi Jane, this site and reading experiences of others has been a huge help...thank you for your note a ... Read more

Lisa McLaughlin Hi Jane, this site and reading experiences of others has been a huge help...thank you for your note and good thoughts!

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2820 days ago

Rhonda Williams posted a note for Lisa that says:

Saying prayers for a safe surgery with a fantastic outcome for you! I had a Ross just a week ago and I'm doing great so stay positive.

Lisa McLaughlin Thanks Rhonda! I've never had major surgery so this site and Adam's book have been a huge help. Glad ... Read more

Lisa McLaughlin Thanks Rhonda! I've never had major surgery so this site and Adam's book have been a huge help. Glad everything is going well with your recovery!

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2820 days ago

Patrick Loy posted a note for Lisa that says:

Hope all goes well for you lisa.

Lisa McLaughlin Thank you!

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2826 days ago

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Jim Nelson,Ohio posted a note for Lisa that says:

Lisa, Hi! Just a quick note to tell you I will be praying for your surgery. In 2009 I had my aortic valve replaced with a natural valve (I am not a good pill ...Read more

Lisa, Hi! Just a quick note to tell you I will be praying for your surgery. In 2009 I had my aortic valve replaced with a natural valve (I am not a good pill patient) and aortic stem repaired. Here it is 9 years later and I feel fine and have my yearly heart review with an echo and there seems to be no problem as yet. At 77 now I am looking for another decade before I may need more help. Can do all things without concern. Stay close to God and He will stay close to you.

Lisa McLaughlin Thank you Jim! I appreciate the encouraging words and thoughts.

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2854 days ago

Shamilla Syed posted a note for Lisa that says:

Hi Lisa, I will be having a same surgery on 12/20/2017. I also confused about what to go with tissue or mechanical. Which one did you go with?? Thanks!! Shamilla ...Read more

Hi Lisa, I will be having a same surgery on 12/20/2017. I also confused about what to go with tissue or mechanical. Which one did you go with?? Thanks!! Shamilla

Lisa McLaughlin I haven't decided yet but plan to talk more with my doctor next week. I'm glad there are options - b ... Read more

Lisa McLaughlin I haven't decided yet but plan to talk more with my doctor next week. I'm glad there are options - but it's a tough decision! Hope all goes well with your surgery. Mine will likely be mid-January.

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2868 days ago

Susan McNally posted a note for Lisa that says:

Hi Lisa. Interested in your issues as I too have been recently diagnosed. I'm a bit behind you in progress though. Do you know why you have this problem ...Read more

Hi Lisa. Interested in your issues as I too have been recently diagnosed. I'm a bit behind you in progress though. Do you know why you have this problem as you are fairly young for this as am I apparently! First time I'm being called young in a long time. I'm interested to know why you are having the minimally invasive option. I woukd like that too but don't know if I'm suitable. Best wishes Susan

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2881 days ago

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Clayton Mcarthur posted a note for Lisa that says:

Did you know you had this condition for a while or did they just spring it on you

Lisa McLaughlin It was a surprise...doctor heard a heart murmur for the first time a couple years ago. Heard it again ... Read more

Lisa McLaughlin It was a surprise...doctor heard a heart murmur for the first time a couple years ago. Heard it again in August and ordered an echo and referred me to a cardiologist. I'm not having any symptoms, which isn't uncommon from what I've learned.

Bonnie Stone-Hope Hi Lisa, You are correct, it does not seem to be uncommon to be asymptomatic. Going for surgery nex ... Read more

Bonnie Stone-Hope Hi Lisa, You are correct, it does not seem to be uncommon to be asymptomatic. Going for surgery next week and still have no symptoms, other than fatigue.
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