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Diagnosis: Mitral Regurgitation

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4 years ago (November 23, 2021)

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George Gardopee

So I'm home, feeling tired but good overall. This is my walking companion, Casey. We adopted him in the Spring so that I had incentive to walk after the surgery. He was brought up from a kill shelter in Arkansas with heart worm. He was treated and is now negative... Read more.

Deena Z

No place like home. Welcome back. All good from here with your best friend. I love the adoption story. You know what it is like to have your life saved!

Ginny Turner

A wonderful picture. Casey has a quite a story to tell, too, as the two of you mend and heal together.

Anonymous

Adorable picture, nothing like a good friend's hug and as Deena said no place like home. Continued good health and recovery. God bless you

Richard Munson

Nothing like a best friend. They ask for so little and provide so much. I still retain a picture of my girl clinging to me once i got home and i look at it often. My wife provided a lot of care but no face licks. Lol. I love your... Read more.

George Gardopee

Thanks all. Richard -I remember your welcome home photo. It inspired me to post mine.

Richard Munson

George, i printed out your picture with casey and it is on my bulletin board alongside my picture with cassie. It is an inspiration for me. Dog people are a special breed ( pun intended). Have a great holiday.

George Gardopee

I'm touched Richard. We cross over in other areas also. I am/was something of a vintage car person. I restored a 1959 Alfa Romeo 2000 Spider some years ago. I don't still have it but the process was enormously both frustrating and rewarding. I enjoyed the photos of your convertible... Read more.

Richard Munson

George i am truly honored that you have followed some of my postings since my surgery last january. Too bad we don't live closer as you seem like a great guy and would enjoy some of the car shows i frequent in the summer. I can honestly say i have... Read more.

George Gardopee

Richard: as you are a fellow dog lover, I thought you might enjoy the following (I wish I could take credit for it): The history of the domestication of dogs: Wolf: I'm going to eat your babies. Human: How about this instead? Warm blankets and peanut butter. Wolf: I'm listening... Read more.

Richard Munson

Very funny. This week has been domesticated dog stressful between cassie eating a jar of peanut butter to her nasty limp which we now know was caused by an apparent chase after a bunny in her pen. Don't ask me how i know, suffice to say that i know. Sometimes... Read more.

George Gardopee uploaded a photo

4 years ago (November 21, 2021)

24 hours after surgery. Don't be alarmed -I look like this normally…

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Sara Latina

You look amazing!! Congrats on starting recovery (and looking so good doing it). Keep smiling. You got this!!

Adam Pick

Love this!!! Congrats!!!

Esther Levin-Morrison

awesome!!!

George Gardopee

The incision just looks like a bad scratch plus a little bruising. I'll try to get a shot in a bit.

Kimberly Eisenhut

Wow! You look GREAT!!! Congrats! You did it!!! Way to go!

Ginny Turner

You look amazing! Can't believe this is just 24 hours post op. And even smiling! 😀

George Gardopee

I just got the word I should be released tomorrow for a 5-day total stay. I just need an echo and to get the last chest tube out. I walked about a mile in the hall yesterday; going to try to repeat today.

Esther Levin-Morrison

that is great!! are you local or are you staying nearby in a hotel?

George Gardopee

We are from the Pittsburgh area. We were in an Air BnB nearby but we have to vacate tomorrow.

Jay Heagerty

Welcome to the recovery side! Looking good.

Deena Z

Incredible, a mile. Way better than I faired and we had a similar surgery. You must be in a great shape

Ginny Turner

George, you're an inspiration! Already walked a mile, and will be home for Thanksgiving. You give hope to us old folks!

George Gardopee

Thanks everyone for your well-wishes and support. I was told this morning that they are throwing me out today. Happy day!

Richard Munson

Ginny, oh my goodness, old folks. Not sure what that makes me. Is there a category for ancient ?

George Gardopee

I was released Monday evening for a total 5 day stay including surgery day. Back at our AirBnB, feeling pretty good. I got 8 hours of sleep last night in two 4-hour chunks with one bathroom break in the middle. Only taking Tylenol for discomfort. We are driving back home... Read more.

Ginny Turner

Enjoy being home, George. You've been a model patient - way to go! And Richard, I plan to be young again when I get my heart all fixed up. New year, new me!

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