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Diagnosis: Bicuspid Aortic Valve, Aortic Aneurysm

Member Since: July 20, 2021

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Jay Heagerty uploaded a photo
4 years ago (December 28, 2021)
Four months post surgery and I am skiing in Colorado with my family. It is possible my friends! Happy New Year to all!
So great! Enjoy every minute and Happy New Year, indeed!
Anonymous, heart valve patient
Anonymous
Happy New Year to you too!
Wonderful! Even though I can't see all your face, I can tell you are smiling!
That's great, Jay! For a few years until 2019 I was spending the better part of my winters in Granby , CO. for the skiing, My cardiologist discouraged me from continuing to spend time at altitude (i.e. sleeping at 8000' and skiing at up to 10,000'. He discouraged me a... Read more.
GOALS!😊. I was skiing 5 months after my SAVR. It felt great to be back in the game! Still does!! My skiing is not high altitude as I live in Michigan. Enjoy!
Anonymous, heart valve patient
Anonymous
Jay, I forgot to ask you about the triplets, I'm sure they were there with you 🙏❤️
Thank you for all the nice comments! To answer a few questions: Martin, when I told my surgeon that we had a ski trip planned, he said tell me anywhare but Telluride! We were in Telluride. Did great no issues. Ana, Yes my triplets were there and my daughter graduated... Read more.
Jay Heagerty uploaded a photo
4 years ago (November 17, 2021)
Attending Real Estate Trends conference in Tallahassee, with my son Joe. This was eight weeks post surgery.
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Anonymous, heart valve patient
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Very handsome duo. Thank you for sharing. Blessings
Impressive, you look great and you entered the working world after only 8 weeks. Congrats. (nice pic. Great smiles)
Thank you Ana and Deena! Had a great time spending a couple of days with my son, Joe. He will graduate from FSU in May with a Real Estate and Finance degree. Proud Dad!
Jay Heagerty uploaded a photo
4 years ago (August 22, 2021)
In this photo, I am showing my nurses a 3d color image of my heart from a recent Cat scan. #mayoclinicflorida
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All the best, tomorrow! You've got this, Jay' ❤
Wishing you a smooth journey through surgery and recovery!
Thinking of you, Jay. It is almost over and you are on your way to a longer, healthier life. Think positive and know you can handle this!
Hope today went great for you and you are now starting the next journey of recovery! you got this!!!
Hope you are doing well Jay on your recovery after your surgery. Keep us posted ;)

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