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Diagnosis: Mitral Regurgitation

Member Since: April 25, 2026

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Chris Freyer added photos to a journal post

1 week ago (November 1, 2026)

Hi everyone! I'm almost 6 months post surgery (robotic mitral valve repair) and have been focused on building my stamina. Today I reached 1,000 miles of bike riding for 2026. (2/3 of that since surgery). I couldn't be happier with my progress. One thing I learned after the fact: the... Read more.

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Susan Kolnitys

1 week ago (November 1, 2026)

Wow that’s quite impressive! Congrats

Tim Shen

6 days ago (November 1, 2026)

Good job !

Richard Munson

6 days ago (November 2, 2026)

Nice pix of surgeon in background.

Marie Myers

6 days ago (November 2, 2026)

Sasquatch Lives!!

Rose Madura

6 days ago (November 2, 2026)

That's awesome. Love the humor.

Chris Freyer added photos to a journal post

3 months ago (July 26, 2026)

Friday was the 10-week mark after my Mitral valve repair. I've really happy with my progress. Since week 5, I've been riding my bike a lot (my preferred form of exercise). I learned early that it results in less heart "flutter" than walking, so I've done more of it. It... Read more.

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Chris Freyer

3 months ago (July 26, 2026)

My stats (from Strava): - 49 walks - total of 82 miles - 19 bike rides - total of 273 miles

Dee Kumpar

3 months ago (July 26, 2026)

Chris, you are an inspiration. Thank you for sharing this- you have given me hope.

Cydney Redmon

3 months ago (July 26, 2026)

Love to see this! I am currently very active and am very nervous for the recovery stage. I know I will be humbled. This is very nice to see.

Tim Shen

3 months ago (July 28, 2026)

Really nice

Chris Freyer added photos to a journal post

5 months ago (May 18, 2026)

I returned home yesterday! My minimally invasive mitral valve repair surgery was Friday 8am. I went to the cardiovascular ICU for most of the day,and was moved to a 'step down' room (still part of the CV ICU) later. Because my lungs were verly clear on Sunday, they discharged me... Read more.