Samantha - Good luck next week. I had the side incision mini-thoracotomy. It was a nearly painless procedure - I've had worse dental appointments! You'll ...Read more
Samantha - Good luck next week. I had the side incision mini-thoracotomy. It was a nearly painless procedure - I've had worse dental appointments! You'll be surprised that a repair can be done through such a small incision and with minimal downtime. We'll be here cheering you on and awaiting your good news! All the best!
Jennifer John Good luck to you, Samantha. I also had MVR with maze procedure via thoracotomy. Check out some of my ... Read more
Jennifer John Good luck to you, Samantha. I also had MVR with maze procedure via thoracotomy. Check out some of my old Journal posts from last year and earlier this year. Might help. Can’t hurt. You got this. ❤️💪🏼
Hi Samantha, Welcome to our community! I hope the educational information and caring people here help you along your journey to a healthy heart. Btw, great ...Read more
Hi Samantha, Welcome to our community! I hope the educational information and caring people here help you along your journey to a healthy heart. Btw, great job finding Dr. Malaisrie. He's an amazing surgeon and a big-time supporter of this patient community. Over the years, Dr. Malaisrie has helped many patients here get excellent surgical results! https://www.heart-valve-surgery.com/surgeons/dr-S.+Chris-Malaisrie-Chicago-Illinois.php
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Brett Kurtz Hi Samantha. I also used Dr. Malaisrie but for an Aortic Valve repair 6 weeks ago. He took great care ... Read more
Brett Kurtz Hi Samantha. I also used Dr. Malaisrie but for an Aortic Valve repair 6 weeks ago. He took great care of me and did a great job with the surgery.
Samantha Pugliese Thank u. I’m Scared which I know is normal and feeling very nervous. I just can’t wait until the ... Read more
Samantha Pugliese Thank u. I’m Scared which I know is normal and feeling very nervous. I just can’t wait until the surgery is done.