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Diagnosis: Aortic Regurgitation

Member Since: July 30, 2019

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Herman Kanter uploaded a photo
5 years ago (February 22, 2021)
Herman Kanter
5 years ago (February 22, 2021)
I am doing GREAT! Aortic valve replacement surgery on Sept 13, 2019 at age 55. Since the surgery (& cardiac rehab) I managed to lose 55lbs. It's a lot easier to run, step, and cycle without having to catch my breath every 2 minutes. Happy to answer any questions on... Read more.
Marie Myers
5 years ago (February 22, 2021)
You look healthy and great! Congrats on the weight loss also.
Susan Lynn
5 years ago (February 23, 2021)
Looking fantastic! Congrats on the weight loss! Thanks for the inspirational picture and post!
Herman Kanter uploaded a photo
6 years ago (September 28, 2019)
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Herman Kanter
6 years ago (September 28, 2019)
My story begins on July 11, 2019 when I received the surprise diagnosis of severe AVR. September 13, 2019, the day of my aortic valve replacement surgery -- my story's climax. It was a fascinating experience. I recall being wheeled into the OR, I saw my surgeon and his team... Read more.
Catie B
6 years ago (September 28, 2019)
I'm glad to hear you're doing so well!
Rob Scilingo
6 years ago (September 29, 2019)
Nice to read your story Herman. And glad all is good.
Susan Lynn
6 years ago (September 30, 2019)
Herman - Excellent information for those in the waiting room. I remember some of the same experiences, but I was out in the OR way before '94'. Hope you're progressing every day! Great adventures ahead!
Nicole DuPont
6 years ago (October 4, 2019)
Best to you for your recovery. You did a great job remembering those details. I remember the "give us a cough" line too when they pulled out the breathing tube. Overall, the experience is just like you say it is. You're being taken care of every step of the way.
Liz Draeger
5 years ago (February 19, 2021)
Good heavens! What a picture! Brings back vague memories!
Herman Kanter uploaded a photo
6 years ago (September 18, 2019)
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Herman Kanter
6 years ago (September 18, 2019)
WOW! That was quite an experience. Surgery started on time Friday, Sept 13, 8:30AM. I was in recovery by 1:05PM and the breathing tube was removed at 4:05PM. I had the ON-X aortic valve prosthesis installed. Everything went as planned. I was moved to a room with monitoring the following... Read more.
Catie B
6 years ago (September 19, 2019)
Fabulous smile! And bear!
Marie Myers
6 years ago (September 19, 2019)
I can tell you I did not look that good in the hospital! Congratulations!
Rose Madura
6 years ago (September 19, 2019)
Nor did I. Great picture and I like the bear too!
Barbara Wood
6 years ago (September 20, 2019)
Or me - you look so good, & so happy! Best healing wishes!
Liz Draeger
6 years ago (September 21, 2019)
Wow! You look amazing!!!! Get to cardiac rehab, it's a big help!
Herman Kanter
6 years ago (September 24, 2019)
I can't wait to get started with the rehab. I am taking brief walks.
Fathiya Nasser Said
6 years ago (September 25, 2019)
Cool smile .. Indeed last i was out of theater never had that smile..
Nicole DuPont
6 years ago (October 4, 2019)
Keep it up! You're doing great! And you have a wonderful attitude.

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