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Diagnosis: Mitral Regurgitation

Member Since: December 1, 2023

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Susan Epstein got a guestbook from Ruth joy
2 years ago (December 24, 2023)
Hi Susan , Welcome to recovery and safe journey home . Take care and pace yourself .
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2 years ago (December 24, 2023)
THank you so much. Feeling pretty good, and looking forward to a full recovery. Hoping you are doing well, Sending healing hugs!
Susan Epstein got a guestbook from Kathy Ozio
2 years ago (December 18, 2023)
Hi Susan! I had robotic surgery by Dr. Gillanov at CC in February. In my experience , I was in excellent hands there an can't say enough about all the people there. Waiting and preparing yourself for the surgery is the hardest part. Do your research and discuss with doc... Read more.
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2 years ago (December 18, 2023)
Thank you so much for your words of encouragement, Kathy. I am meeting with Dr. Gillinov today and will find out what type of surgery I will be having. I concur… The waiting in anticipation has been very difficult. Once I have more information, I am certain I will feel... Read more.
2 years ago (December 18, 2023)
Merry Christmas! I hope all goes well and please feel free to ask me any questions .
Susan Epstein got a guestbook from Sharon Behl
2 years ago (December 17, 2023)
Hi Susan, it's natural to be nervous - just be gentle with yourself and your fears. I did a lot of just-in-case preparation before my 11/30/23 mitral re-repair. Shopped for the holidays, sent out cards, reviewed legal documents...but here I am! The odds are TOTALLY in your favor for a... Read more.
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2 years ago (December 17, 2023)
Susan, a dear friend had mitral valve repair with Dr. Gillinov 15 years ago. Still doing great! I understand the anxiety. I have it too. Soon you will be in recovery. Best wishes to you and your team!
2 years ago (December 17, 2023)
Thank you SO much for your words of encouragement. Wishing you and your family a very happy healthy and peaceful holiday season. ❤️
2 years ago (December 17, 2023)
Thank you so much Sharon. I'm taking your advise and doing the same...so I should be goood to go when I get back home. Wishing you and your family a very happy, healthy and peaceful holiday season. ❤️
2 years ago (December 18, 2023)
Susan, the Cleveland Clinic is amazing and you will do great there. I traveled last year from DE for my surgery and very glad I did. Waiting is torture because it is so hard to turn your mind off of the "what might happen" channel. Turns out for most of... Read more.

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