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2529 days ago

Don Goldmann posted a note for Trevor that says:

Yes ... yes ... yes! My "bossy" wonderful nurses at Saint Joe's Orange County did wonders for me. Do NOT miss the opportunity with whomever you may work with. ...Read more

Yes ... yes ... yes! My "bossy" wonderful nurses at Saint Joe's Orange County did wonders for me. Do NOT miss the opportunity with whomever you may work with. Cardio rehab is the best!!

Trevor Woods Don you Don. I’m going to give it a go. I’m sure there will be nothing but benefits to come from ... Read more

Trevor Woods Don you Don. I’m going to give it a go. I’m sure there will be nothing but benefits to come from this experience.

Trevor Woods Thank you

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2530 days ago

Maria posted a note for Trevor that says:

I had 36 sessions of cardiac rehab after a succession mitral valve repair. I strongly recommend you do cardiac rehab. I was carefully monitored and experienced ...Read more

I had 36 sessions of cardiac rehab after a succession mitral valve repair. I strongly recommend you do cardiac rehab. I was carefully monitored and experienced a significant improvement in strength, stamina and well being. In addition, the social interaction with other heart patients was very Important to my recovery.

Trevor Woods Thank you Maria. All of the benefits you’ve mentioned are why I am going to give it a go. So much t ... Read more

Trevor Woods Thank you Maria. All of the benefits you’ve mentioned are why I am going to give it a go. So much to gain and really nothing to lose.

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2530 days ago

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Gerry Wardell posted a note for Trevor that says:

Definitely YES! I was exercising regularly before my surgery and intended to go back to doing so as soon as the Doc would let me. He would not release me ...Read more

Definitely YES! I was exercising regularly before my surgery and intended to go back to doing so as soon as the Doc would let me. He would not release me however until I did the cardiac rehab. Turns out that was extremely important. Since I had to wear a monitor the whole time I was in rehab, a problem with my heart rhythm was detected. Turned out one of the meds I was on after the surgery HAD to be changed. If I had not done the cardiac rehab, I might have gone straight back to regular exercise with potentially disastrous results. So the short answer is take the time to do the cardiac rehab. Besides everyone there will be wonderful and you will probably have as much fun as I did with all the people there.

Trevor Woods Gerry, thank you so much for sharing you experience. You brought up a great point which is that by do ... Read more

Trevor Woods Gerry, thank you so much for sharing you experience. You brought up a great point which is that by doing so, you may alert yourself to something that would otherwise have gone undetected had I not had the rehab.

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2531 days ago

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Judi SEBASTIAN posted a note for Trevor that says:

You might find comfort in starting workouts in rehab where your vitals are being monitored. I highly recommend it.

Trevor Woods Thank you Sebastian, I agree! The plan is to give it a go.

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2531 days ago

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Albert Forbes posted a note for Trevor that says:

I went for cardiac rehab after having an aortic dissection, and for the first time ever, I enjoyed exercising. Your activity is carefully monitored by trained ...Read more

I went for cardiac rehab after having an aortic dissection, and for the first time ever, I enjoyed exercising. Your activity is carefully monitored by trained personnel (heart wires, breathing, etc. ). You also meet people of all ages who have gone through heart problems in one way or the other. You have gone through a lot to get to where you are. Don’t takes chances.

Louanna Miller I agree and it is very reassuring when you observe how you are progressing and are stronger and capab ... Read more

Louanna Miller I agree and it is very reassuring when you observe how you are progressing and are stronger and capable of doing more than when you first started cardiac rehab.

Jennifer John Trevor, go to cardiac rehab. You won’t regret it. And you might make some new friends, too! Pls rea ... Read more

Jennifer John Trevor, go to cardiac rehab. You won’t regret it. And you might make some new friends, too! Pls read my past Journal posts on this.❤️💪🏼

Trevor Woods Exactly, thank you Albert. I will not take chances. I’m going to see this through the right way and ... Read more

Trevor Woods Exactly, thank you Albert. I will not take chances. I’m going to see this through the right way and so the rehab.

Trevor Woods I am sure that as I see the progress being made, it will give me strength and encouragement to contin ... Read more

Trevor Woods I am sure that as I see the progress being made, it will give me strength and encouragement to continue. Thank you Louanna.

Trevor Woods Thank you for your insight as well Jennifer. I will read your past journals on this topic as well.

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2531 days ago

Judipaynter posted a note for Trevor that says:

I did the cardiac rehab and found myself getting stronger to do so. You will be closely monitored and that gave me a lot of peace of mind. And ask yourself ...Read more

I did the cardiac rehab and found myself getting stronger to do so. You will be closely monitored and that gave me a lot of peace of mind. And ask yourself this... what do you have to lose? Nothing, you’re gaining strength and peace of mind. I say go for it!!! My surgery was Nov. 2015 and I’m doing great!

Trevor Woods Awesome, thank you Judi. You’re right, what do I have to lose? I’m going to go for it!

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2532 days ago

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Tanya Dargusch posted a note for Trevor that says:

Trevor I had heart valve surgery twice at age 38 and 43. I am an athletic trainer always active and in good shape. I did cardiac rehab twice. They allow ...Read more

Trevor I had heart valve surgery twice at age 38 and 43. I am an athletic trainer always active and in good shape. I did cardiac rehab twice. They allow you to work at your pace and push yourself. The monitoring help me to know that everything was OK and helped me with my confidence. It was invaluable to me.

Trevor Woods Thank you Tanya, I agree. Being able to feel confident in what you’re doing is important and will p ... Read more

Trevor Woods Thank you Tanya, I agree. Being able to feel confident in what you’re doing is important and will put my mind at ease.

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2532 days ago

Patti posted a note for Trevor that says:

Yes because it is more than monitored exercise. It is exercise with folks that understand what you have been through so days it might seem a step backward, ...Read more

Yes because it is more than monitored exercise. It is exercise with folks that understand what you have been through so days it might seem a step backward, you get a big support and I am one that really is not a group support kind of person. After exercise, my blood pressure was really low and I had to raise it before I could leave. To raise it I had to drink water and did so with my new low bp buddy who years later is a good friend. My husband and friends were supportive but these folks understood. You are right you can exercise alone, but not the same. Ps my first rehab group was too clinical so switched and found another rehab group if positive fun folks who supported one another. Hang in there, it’s nice to return to the exercise routine😁

Trevor Woods Thank you Patti. I agree 100% that having people to support you that know exactly what you’re going ... Read more

Trevor Woods Thank you Patti. I agree 100% that having people to support you that know exactly what you’re going through would have a great impact on my daily attitude and perspective. It’s one thing to go at it, but to go at it alone would be a much bigger challenge. Thank you for reminding me about how much I will gain from others as well.

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2532 days ago

Jo Rizzo posted a note for Trevor that says:

Hi Trevor , I had a aortic valve replacement in 2015 and I did my own rehab . The hospital close to me wouldn’t accept my insurance . I started walking in ...Read more

Hi Trevor , I had a aortic valve replacement in 2015 and I did my own rehab . The hospital close to me wouldn’t accept my insurance . I started walking in a few weeks and it really helped me I’m sure u will do fine on ur own .

Trevor Woods Thank you for your insight Jo. I appreciate it.

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2532 days ago

Dave W. posted a note for Trevor that says:

Do rehab? The answer is yes and yes and yes. The monitoring takes the concern out of "am I doing too much" and lets you progress with the help from onsite personnel. ...Read more

Do rehab? The answer is yes and yes and yes. The monitoring takes the concern out of "am I doing too much" and lets you progress with the help from onsite personnel. The facility I attended was both heart and lung rehab and everyone was more than willing to share their experiences and progress to date. Nothing but a positive event in recovery.

Trevor Woods Thank you Dave, it looks like nothing but positive outcomes from doing the rehab. I’m going to give ... Read more

Trevor Woods Thank you Dave, it looks like nothing but positive outcomes from doing the rehab. I’m going to give it a go.

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2532 days ago

Julia posted a note for Trevor that says:

Hi Trevor, tomorrow is my 4-year anniversary of AVR. I have exercised my entire adult life (54 now) and have always been in very good shape. I did the rehab ...Read more

Hi Trevor, tomorrow is my 4-year anniversary of AVR. I have exercised my entire adult life (54 now) and have always been in very good shape. I did the rehab at 6 weeks out, and although they didn’t really teach me anything I didn’t already know, I did find it helpful. The techs would scold me when I was going too fast or too hard, and also gave me confidence to do some things I wasn’t sure I felt ready to do. Definitely worth going IMHO. I went 2-3 times a week for about 5 weeks. And on my 3-month anniversary of surgery, I was hiking the Grand Tetons, and felt great! Best of luck!

Trevor Woods Thank you Julia. I anticipate that I will not really do something I’ve never done before, but I agr ... Read more

Trevor Woods Thank you Julia. I anticipate that I will not really do something I’ve never done before, but I agree that having that consistent support and monitoring will be exactly the help I will need to get back to where I need to be in life.

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2532 days ago

Lori posted a note for Trevor that says:

Hey Trevor If your cardiac rehab program is good-I would highly recommend attending. I have worked out all my life and had BAV surgery four months ago. I ...Read more

Hey Trevor If your cardiac rehab program is good-I would highly recommend attending. I have worked out all my life and had BAV surgery four months ago. I attended a twelve week program and also continued to work out at my gym on my own. . I learned something new every week about the heart and health. I was carefully monitored especially when doing a new exercise, which gave me peace of mind. They did a pre-class stress treadmill test, and post test -and I spoke with their cardiologists about my results, which again was great-and will get tested again at the year and two year mark. I had questions for their staff pretty much every week, which always got answered. I am so grateful for having attended. Good luck with your recovery.

Trevor Woods Thank you Lori. That is another great reason to do the rehab. I think of many questions as I go and t ... Read more

Trevor Woods Thank you Lori. That is another great reason to do the rehab. I think of many questions as I go and this would definitely give me the opportunity to ask questions that I’m sure will arise.

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2628 days ago

Dan Baltazor posted a note for Trevor that says:

Hi Trevor! Just thinking about you and how your journey is progressing. Prayers for you!

Trevor Woods Hello Dan, I appreciate you thinking of me. Well, my date is set for February 26th. I’m taking it o ... Read more

Trevor Woods Hello Dan, I appreciate you thinking of me. Well, my date is set for February 26th. I’m taking it one day at a time. It’s very draining emotionally but I’m putting my faith in God that all will work out. If God is for us, who can be against us. Mostly just trying to stay slightly active with some walking and bike riding. I put on a few pounds over the holidays, so I’m hoping to drop a few prior to my surgery date. Any words of advice moving forward would always be greatly appreciated. God bless you!

Dan Baltazor it's great that you have a date, that gives you some peace of mind. It's good that you can be active ... Read more

Dan Baltazor it's great that you have a date, that gives you some peace of mind. It's good that you can be active prior to your surgery as that will help with your recovery. I couldn't be active a couple months prior to my surgery and I think that has made my recovery a bit harder. I say don't worry about those few pounds. I lost 15 pounds through surgery and that didn't help my recovery at all. I had to put that weight back on but I didn't have an appetite for quite awhile. I know we all go through this a little differently but one thing I have noticed is everyone says the same thing about their appetite after surgery.
It is an emotional time waiting for your surgery. God will get you through. He got us through. Stay connected. Trust your medical team. Feel free to reach out anytime.

Trevor Woods Thanks Dan for all of your kind words and advice. I greatly appreciate it. I will keep you updated on ... Read more

Trevor Woods Thanks Dan for all of your kind words and advice. I greatly appreciate it. I will keep you updated on this journey as I move closer to the date. God bless you.

Trevor Woods Well Dan, I just wanted to let you know that God was with me through this journey and as he always do ... Read more

Trevor Woods Well Dan, I just wanted to let you know that God was with me through this journey and as he always does He watched over me and guided my surgical team through a great procedure. I’m doing very well, in fact I stayed in ICU for a day and a half. I am being discharged tomorrow for a total of 5 days in the hospital. God and my family got me through and I am so grateful, thankful and humbled to be on this side of it now. Dr. Vaughn Starnes is amazing, he is definitely the Maestro! He and his team here at USC did a phenomenal job with me. For those of you preparing for this journey, just keep God first over everything. Research what is best for your particular situation, find a team that you believe in whole heartedly and have faith in the process. In the end you will be happy you took the time to prepare yourself and others for this journey. Good luck to all of you heart warriors. I pray that each and every one of you find peace and comfort in your process. Now I will take it one day at a time, but I am truly thankful for the support I was able to receive from many of you here. We are all in this battle together and we need to be able to lean on each other for support in this process. Feel free to lean back on me if there is anything I can answer to help put your mind at ease and peace in your hearts. God Bless you!