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Diagnosis: Mitral Regurgitation

Member Since: July 9, 2019

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6 years ago (August 10, 2019)
17 days post op and starting cardiac rehab. Love robotic repair. Anyway, I felt really strong on the bike and the treadmill and well supported. To move and not feel tightness in my chest was such an amazing feeling. 13.1 on October 13. Here's to half ma
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Joey Hardee
Wow, Joshua. That's fantastic. I guess mitral repair is a quicker recovery than aortic replacement LOL. They didn't even give me the Cardiac rehab thumbs up til I was a month out. Thankfully, I only want to run a 5K in November. A half in October.....wow! That's awesome. You are... Read more.
Mike Roskowinski
Awesome job Joshua. Commitment is great but also make sure to not overdue it and make recovery longer. Keep it up.
Joshua Nowack
Way to run Joey! And thanks for your note Mike. The min invasive option is pretty clutch. It was more about that than mitral repair. I was in decent shape prior to diagnosis so it should make for a somewhat easier recovery. Everything I do will be in direct supervision... Read more.
Joshua Nowack uploaded a photo
6 years ago (July 23, 2019)
Doherty State Beach prior to heading up to LA.
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Joshua Nowack uploaded a photo
6 years ago (July 10, 2019)
The journey to get surgery approved to occur at cedars was a long one. To arrive here and know that I'm going to get this taken care of gives me hope. I don't think anyone really looks forward to the surgery part. Perhaps we all feel a little anxiety.
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Rob Sparling
Goal #1 accomplished! Knock down every putt on this journey!
Lise Bowles
A LOT of anxiety Josh! You will do well, I had robotic for severe mitral valve regurgitation coming up on 3 years ago! I'll be thinking of you and sending prayers your way on the big day. If you want to ask me any questions about the robotic, feel free!... Read more.
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Josh, I had mitral, tricuspid, and aortic valves repaired, plus a maze procedure, in January. I was wishing I could have robotic, but my heart was too messed up. Nevertheless, 6 months later I'm enjoying walking, working, and gradually increasing my endurance and strength. Question--how did Heart Month help you... Read more.

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