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Diagnosis: Aortic Stenosis, Bicuspid Aortic Valve, Aortic Aneurysm

Member Since: July 12, 2018

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Valerie Altman got a guestbook from Rob Sparling
7 years ago (June 15, 2019)
Valerie, how are you? It's been awhile. Hope you are well and improving!
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Valerie Altman got a guestbook from Jennifer McInerney
7 years ago (December 26, 2018)
So glad you got home and are enjoying Christmas with hopefully none of the work. May God Bless you and keep you safe. P.s. I'm still not allowed to drink wine, it's an absolute disgrace. Starting to come off meds in January - hallelujah!
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Valerie Altman got a guestbook from Jennifer McInerney
7 years ago (November 27, 2018)
Valerie, I'm missing you! How are you doing? I went for assessment for rehab yesterday and I officially start program December 4. I'm looking forward to getting going in the gym.
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7 years ago (November 27, 2018)
Yes, hoping your recovery is making strides.
7 years ago (November 27, 2018)
Dialysis Port comes out tomorrow and I'm getting stronger everyday BUT still no home trip in a sight..30 steps to our apartment I have to tackle! My insurance is up at the this rehab facility and that is disappointing bc I do an hour of pt ot and speech everyday... Read more.
7 years ago (November 27, 2018)
Dialysis Port comes out tomorrow and I'm getting stronger everyday BUT still no home trip in a sight..30 steps to our apartment I have to tackle! My insurance is up at the this rehab facility and that is disappointing bc I do an hour of pt ot and speech everyday... Read more.
7 years ago (November 27, 2018)
Keep pushing, Valerie! Can you hear the applause? I hope so! 👏👏👏
7 years ago (November 28, 2018)
Thank you for the update Valerie. What a super rough road you've had. Glad to hear of your improvements. Keep fighting girl. We're praying for you!

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