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Diagnosis: Mitral Regurgitation

Member Since: January 3, 2022

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Donna Carlson added photos to a journal post
4 years ago (April 29, 2022)
I am now 3 days post op, and beginning to feel human again. What an amazing hospital, staff and nurses here at Morristown's Gagnon Institute. Thank you all my valve warriors for your support and prayers- I can never thank Adam enough for creating this site. This first picture is... Read more.
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Timothy Andre
Donna, it's so great to see your update and that you are in good spirits. We all knew you would do great. Welcome to recovery ❤️🩹 Take it one day at a time. 🙏🏽
George Gardopee
Donna- welcome to the recovery side. It is sooo much better than the lead up to surgery. I think you'll see that in a very few weeks it will seem like it never happened.
Deena Z
Amen. Exhale. One day at a time. You totally did it!!!
Kristine Schroeder
Wonderful update, Donna. I'm still in the waiting game for my mitral valve repair. I love hearing these recovery updates! Prayers for you.
Rose Madura
So happy to hear you are doing well! And I love the personalized pillow. Take one day at a time; rest when you need to and walk, walk, wall!❤️
Donna Carlson uploaded a photo
4 years ago (March 15, 2022)
All my beautiful grandchildren

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