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Diagnosis: Mitral Regurgitation, Coronary Artery Disease

Member Since: November 30, 2023

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1 year ago (May 14, 2025)

December 6, 2024, which was my one year anniversary of my mitral valve replacement and 3 CABGs, I played tennis. Thanks to Dr. Marc Gerdisch and his staff for giving me this gift! Thanks to Adam for the educational information! 17 months later and I'm still able to play tennis,... Read more.

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Fidel Martínez Ruiz

1 year ago (May 15, 2025)

Congratulations, David, I'm also a"mitral valve replaced", 1 and half years ago and was a good amateur tennis player. I'm very glad seeing you playing after surgery. Now, practice mountain hiking with friends every week and gym. I think is important to keep your heart in good conditions, as long... Read more.

Marie Myers

1 year ago (May 15, 2025)

Great post, and congratulations on your successful surgery!

Deena Z

1 year ago (May 15, 2025)

Nothing spells success than being able to go back to your normal life or even more. Congrats

Rose Madura

1 year ago (May 15, 2025)

Wonderful news! So happy for you!

David Rasmusson added photos to a journal post

2 years ago (January 6, 2024)

Got my merchandise!

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Deena Z

2 years ago (January 6, 2024)

Nice pic. Look all comfy. The hat becomes you!

Ana Brusso

2 years ago (January 6, 2024)

Looking good David and glad you got your merchandise. God bless you 🙏❤️

Grace Mason

2 years ago (January 7, 2024)

Nice! You look great.

Andrew Dial

2 years ago (January 7, 2024)

Lookin good David !

Adam Pick

2 years ago (January 31, 2024)

Wow! You make the HVS gear look fantastic! Thanks for your support David! 👍👍👍

Rebecca J

2 years ago (February 1, 2024)

Thanks for sharing your story and the updates along the way. I have mitral valve repair schedule with Dr. Gerdish in April. Very happy about the rapid recovery protocol.

David Rasmusson

2 years ago (February 25, 2024)

Yes, Rebecca, that's what compelled me to go to Doctor Gerdisch in Indianapolis even though there are competent cardio thoracic surgeons here in Louisville. His use of plates more than wires was also compelling. His staff was very professional and responsive. Although impatient with recovery because I occasionally still need... Read more.

Rebecca J

2 years ago (March 8, 2024)

Thanks for the update. Great mobility playing tennis 4 weeks after - guess at 12 weeks the sternum is, or is about, all the way healed. I hope the occasional needed nap doesn't come with any lasting discomfort. How fortunate we are to have such a repairable structural condition. I... Read more.