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Diagnosis: Aortic Stenosis, Bicuspid Aortic Valve

Member Since: September 19, 2014

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Joseph Ballett uploaded a photo
11 years ago (November 8, 2014)
It's my 48th Birthday today and enjoying it. I never liked having Birthday's but this years seem's somewhat special!
👍 Melinda Hacker and Joan Napier reacted to this
Great photo Joseph! I know what you mean about birthdays! Oh yeah, Happy Birthday!!
Happy 48th Joseph!!! Here's to a happy and healthy year for you and all those around you.
Happy birthday, Joseph! You look great and you have a lot to smile about!
Anonymous, heart valve patient
Anonymous
Happy Birthday Joseph. Sorry a little late, I just saw this post. A new heart valve and a chance to add many, many years to your life. Now THAT is what I call a birthday gift.
Happy belated birthday Joseph. I am sure that you had a wonderful 48th birthday celebration.
Joseph Ballett uploaded a photo
11 years ago (November 1, 2014)
Our new puppy to celebrate my new lease on life
Soo cute....what's this beauty's name?
Anonymous, heart valve patient
Anonymous
Absolutely adorable. I can totally identify with that. I got my puppy (now 3 years old) to celebrate my new lease on life after I was 2 years Cancer free in 2011. What is your puppy's name so he or she can get a proper welcome. :)
We do not have the name yet , he came with the title of Wolfgang anyone with any suggestions
Anonymous, heart valve patient
Anonymous
Well, I vote for "Rafe". German meaning for "Counsel of the Wolf". Also, short for Raphael meaning, "God has healed".
Anonymous, heart valve patient
Anonymous
Great idea. I bought myself a diamond necklace for my first surgery. Not sure what I'll do for this one.
Pets and diamonds for post op presents?? How did I not know this......I have a dog, got myself diamond earrings for my 50th birthday...what will I do now?? hmmmmm fun thinking about it. First thing that comes to mind is a treadmill....LOL
trip is a great idea-----would have to wait until I get back to work for the necessary funds! LOL
Anonymous, heart valve patient
Anonymous
So Joseph, did Wolfgang get a new name yet?
Anonymous, heart valve patient
Anonymous
Awww. Welcome Saber. I'm sure he is going to bring you and your family LOTS of joy. Enjoy this new chapter in your life with renewed health.
Joseph Ballett uploaded a photo
11 years ago (October 27, 2014)
My awesome wife and super awesome Daughter Happy 12th so glad to be here

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