Four weeks exactly since my mitral valve repair. I'm walking 3-4 times a day and feeling stronger. I have my four week appointment with my surgeon next Tuesday. ...Read more
Four weeks exactly since my mitral valve repair. I'm walking 3-4 times a day and feeling stronger. I have my four week appointment with my surgeon next Tuesday. The first day (in ICU) was hard, but the surgery was worth it. To those of you with names and
Nancy LeClair Gottlieb Its good to hear your doing so well. My surgery is Monday. Slightly nervous. Just want to get to t ... Read more
Nancy LeClair Gottlieb Its good to hear your doing so well. My surgery is Monday. Slightly nervous. Just want to get to the other side as they say.
Rob Sparling Good news, Richard! Thanks for the follow-up post to keep showing us the way ahead!
Dan Vechiola Way to go Richard! You are doing great. Keep pounding that pavement.
Susan Lynn Awesome picture! Great progress, Richard!
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