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104 days ago

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Yumiko Ishida posted a note for Michael that says:

Thank you for directing me to your journal on one of my posts. Happy to see you are doing so well! I am 54 and decided to get a tissue valve instead of mechanical, ...Read more

Thank you for directing me to your journal on one of my posts. Happy to see you are doing so well! I am 54 and decided to get a tissue valve instead of mechanical, so your story and thinking process on the topic was very reassuring!

Michael Klusykgot a new guestbook post

108 days ago

Juli Gorence Fernandez posted a note for Michael that says:

Hi Michael,

Thank you, for your well wishes. Unfortunately, I had to reschedule my surgery to January 22 now because I came down with Covid on the 26th. ...Read more

Hi Michael,

Thank you, for your well wishes. Unfortunately, I had to reschedule my surgery to January 22 now because I came down with Covid on the 26th. I am negative now but the surgeon wants all my congestion gone. I tell you, I never once came down with Covid the last three years until now and I was being super careful too. Now my anxiety is even worse. I hope you are doing well.

Michael Klusyk Hi Juli.

Well that sucks about Covid but it’s ok to be careful and get ready for recovery. ... Read more

Michael Klusyk Hi Juli.

Well that sucks about Covid but it’s ok to be careful and get ready for recovery. I’m doing awesome and you will too!!

Michael Klusykgot a new guestbook post

583 days ago

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Deena Elani posted a note for Michael that says:

Hi Michael!! Totally awesome that you are doing so well. And thank you for your service. You have not just a repaired, strong heart, but a good one.

Michael Klusyk Thank you for your support and kind words Deena! I'm looking forward to every day and the blessing of ... Read more

Michael Klusyk Thank you for your support and kind words Deena! I'm looking forward to every day and the blessing of this life!!

Your surgery was over a year ago, correct? How are you feeling now?

Deena Elani Feeling great. Took 14 months to fully recover. Those last four months were still “recovery”, b ... Read more

Deena Elani Feeling great. Took 14 months to fully recover. Those last four months were still “recovery”, because I was still tired in the early eve. That is, 8/8:30 pm felt like 1030pm. But now all good!
My resting HR went from the mid-70s per surgery to low 60s now!

Michael Klusyk That is awesome! I'm glad you're feeling good and enjoying life! Thanks again for your support and k... Read more

Michael Klusyk That is awesome! I'm glad you're feeling good and enjoying life! Thanks again for your support and kind words!

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584 days ago

Kristian M. posted a note for Michael that says:

Hey Michael, I am glad you are doing alot better post op. I was reading your story and noticed you originally were shooting for a Ross procedure. In your recent ...Read more

Hey Michael, I am glad you are doing alot better post op. I was reading your story and noticed you originally were shooting for a Ross procedure. In your recent update you said you ended up getting the Resilia tissue valve. I am curious to ask, what made you choose the Resilia over the Ross? I ask because I initially wanted the Resilia, and my surgical team recommended the Ross. I am currently in the recovery phase now. thank you, Michael, and stay safe.

Michael Klusyk Hi Kristian. The primary plan was a Ross Procedure and the alternate was the Edwards. My surgeon opte ... Read more

Michael Klusyk Hi Kristian. The primary plan was a Ross Procedure and the alternate was the Edwards. My surgeon opted for the Edwards during surgery and said that my pulmonary valve was too large to be transplanted into the aortic position. It wasn't really a matter of me choosing one over the other and I am happy with the result to this point. Also of course happy that any future valve work needed should be able to be completed via TAVR however I am hoping to get old and never find out if this is the case. Let me know if that answers your question or if I can provide any more clarification. Hope you are doing well!

Kristian M. Michael, thank you for taking the time to respond. That makes sense, I also had those same options, a ... Read more

Kristian M. Michael, thank you for taking the time to respond. That makes sense, I also had those same options, and for my plan b was the Resilia... I read into both options and researched so much that I was going to be happy with whichever decision my surgeon went for. To my surprise when I woke up, they told me the Ross was a success. Doctors also told me that if I ever needed a re-op, it can be done using TAVR. Im glad that all went well for you and you're back to living your normal life again. Thank you once again and be safe.

Michael Klusyk That's awesome Kristian! Congratulations on a successful surgery and being on the road to recovery. I ... Read more

Michael Klusyk That's awesome Kristian! Congratulations on a successful surgery and being on the road to recovery. It gets easier every day - week - month..... :)

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585 days ago

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Ruth joy posted a note for Michael that says:

Hi Mike ,
Lovely to hear from you . It ‘s great that you are appreciating life and making the most of every day

Ana Brusso Michael, you are looking great and thank you for your positive post. God bless you

Michael Klusyk Thank you again Ruth joy and Ana! Every day is truly a blessing! Hope you are both doing well!

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629 days ago

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Timothy Andre posted a note for Michael that says:

Michael, great update!! Congrats on 2 months. I am golfing 18 tomorrow and I am super excited. When my surgery was scheduled my first thought was, "Oh no,... Read more

Michael, great update!! Congrats on 2 months. I am golfing 18 tomorrow and I am super excited. When my surgery was scheduled my first thought was, "Oh no, how long before I can golf again?" Well, even if I play horrible it will still feel like the best round I've ever played. Keep posting updates as your are an inspiration to many

Michael Klusyk Thanks for the confirmation that my story is an inspiration!

I am super happy to be swinging the c... Read more

Michael Klusyk Thanks for the confirmation that my story is an inspiration!

I am super happy to be swinging the clubs again and know exactly what you mean about how we play compared to just being out there! So stoked for you to go hit the course. Congratulations and good luck tomorrow!!

Michael Klusykgot a new guestbook post

629 days ago

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Ruth joy posted a note for Michael that says:

Pace yourself Mike and enjoy your recovery / return to work .

Michael Klusyk Thank you Ruth Joy. I’m loving every second of being around and better than ever!!

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674 days ago

Dave Raynor posted a note for Michael that says:

Hello Michael. I use to live on Red Oak Lane in Newbury Park. I would take the Lynn Road exit off the 101, take a left and it was just up on the hill side to ...Read more

Hello Michael. I use to live on Red Oak Lane in Newbury Park. I would take the Lynn Road exit off the 101, take a left and it was just up on the hill side to the left near the golf course. I am now in Portland OR. On October 28th 2020...I had the exact same surgery you had. I know how you fell. Dave Raynor

Michael Klusyk Hi Dave. Small world for sure. Thanks for reaching out. So did you have a plan for Ross Procedure and ... Read more

Michael Klusyk Hi Dave. Small world for sure. Thanks for reaching out. So did you have a plan for Ross Procedure and/or had an Edwards bio-prosthetic implanted as your valve choice? If that’s the case, How’s it holding up? Any issues?

I hope you continue to feel well and are enjoying Portland!