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2224 days ago

Adam Collins, Rose Madura, Barbara Wood and 3 others reacted to this

2nd day home after discharge from hospital.

Richard Goldstein Day 2 back home. Another decent nights sleep, albeit in the recliner,, but I was comfortable. My da ... Read more

Richard Goldstein Day 2 back home. Another decent nights sleep, albeit in the recliner,, but I was comfortable. My daughter Katie is taking care of me. She’s fixing my meals, 3 times a day, and watching closely what I eat. She’s an angel. Walking as much as I can. Today will be outside for some sun. Being diligent with breathing exercises. They are coming along slowly but surely. I cough up some mucus but get it out of body asap!

I hope all my Warrior brothers and sisters are recovering as well. Let me know how your recovery is coming along. We can compare notes. Love to all!

Marie Myers Glad you have someone taking good care of you. It is so nice to have help in those early post-op days ... Read more

Marie Myers Glad you have someone taking good care of you. It is so nice to have help in those early post-op days...You are looking great!

Richard Goldstein Thx Marie. Just took a 10 minute walk outside. A little pooped but catching my breath. How’s by ... Read more

Richard Goldstein Thx Marie. Just took a 10 minute walk outside. A little pooped but catching my breath. How’s by you?

Rob Scilingo Hi Richard. So glad to see you doing well. I go in this friday for my surgery. I hope it goes as g ... Read more

Rob Scilingo Hi Richard. So glad to see you doing well. I go in this friday for my surgery. I hope it goes as good as yours.

Richard Goldstein Hang in there Rob. They will take very good care of you in the hospital. The nurses are like angels ... Read more

Richard Goldstein Hang in there Rob. They will take very good care of you in the hospital. The nurses are like angels.

Richard Goldsteinposted a photo

2225 days ago

Joshua Nowack reacted to this

Well I definitely survived my first night home after discharge from hospital. I have a very nice recliner that I bought for my recovery. I slept in it all ...Read more

Well I definitely survived my first night home after discharge from hospital. I have a very nice recliner that I bought for my recovery. I slept in it all thru the night. Took one Norco and one Zambian for sleep and woke feeling refreshed and fine. Ma

Catie B That's great, Richard! Sounds like things are going super!

Joy Vera Glad you're home & that the recliner served its purpose, Richard!

Marie Myers Congratulations on getting home to recover!

Susan Lynn Wow! Sleeping on the first night! Good for you!

Richard Goldsteinposted a photo

2226 days ago

Adam Collins, Joshua Nowack, Susan Lynn and 12 others reacted to this

Well folks I’m home! My valve replacement surgery was July 31st and now Im sitting in living room, having showered and no problems: I was sure worried but ...Read more

Well folks I’m home! My valve replacement surgery was July 31st and now Im sitting in living room, having showered and no problems: I was sure worried but my recovery, so far has been amazing. Thanks for all the support!

Susan Lynn There's no place like home!! Glad you're doing so well!

Jennifer Hunter Congrats!! Id sure like to fast forward to this point in recovery!!

Bradley Dunn Baby steps!

Tom McDonald Welcome home Richard! One day at a time! Everyday going forward gets better. Waik, rest, and do your ... Read more

Tom McDonald Welcome home Richard! One day at a time! Everyday going forward gets better. Waik, rest, and do your spirometer.💪

Jeff Baker That was a fast turnaround Richard, Congrats!

Mike Roskowinski That is great Richard. Glad you are home and doing well

Tracy Fallu Welcome home.

Richard Goldsteinposted a photo

2226 days ago

Dan Baltazor, Adam Collins, Tim Saint and 6 others reacted to this

Hi guys. Made it thru it. Not as bad as I thought it would be. Looks like I might be going home today. This is doable. Try to keep yourself in good shape ...Read more

Hi guys. Made it thru it. Not as bad as I thought it would be. Looks like I might be going home today. This is doable. Try to keep yourself in good shape before your surgery. Thanks for all the love and support.

Dan Baltazor Welcome to recovery!! Great to hear your update.

Carlos Banuelos Congrats! Glad to hear you’re doing well.

John Wise Looking good Richard!!

Joy Vera Been thinking of you, Richard & I'm so pleased you found it not as bad as anticipated. Welcome to re ... Read more

Joy Vera Been thinking of you, Richard & I'm so pleased you found it not as bad as anticipated. Welcome to recovery!

Rose Madura Sometimes our overactive minds make it worse. That's normal. Glad you are recovering well!

Joe Tarango Congratulations! I hope you have a smooth and strong recovery.

Susan Lynn Yay! You did it, Richard! Speedy recovery! ❤

Jeff Baker Congrats!

Ron Weaver So happy for you! Keep up the speedy recovery.

Ruth Rehak Glad you are on the recovery side!

Marie Myers Welcome to recovery!

Richard Goldsteinposted a photo

2230 days ago

Joy Vera, Monica McCaa, Carlos Banuelos and 4 others reacted to this

Getting ready to leave for hospital for 5 am check in. Wanted to post a before picture with my chest still intact. This is really happening. The brightest ...Read more

Getting ready to leave for hospital for 5 am check in. Wanted to post a before picture with my chest still intact. This is really happening. The brightest light inside of me acknowledges the brightest light inside of all of you. God bless us!

Susan Lynn You've got this, Richard! Wishing you all the best, today! We'll be here to welcome you to reco ... Read more

Susan Lynn You've got this, Richard! Wishing you all the best, today! We'll be here to welcome you to recovery! ❤

Joshua Nowack Indeed you do have this, Richard. I don't know what you think the next photo is gonna look like, but ... Read more

Joshua Nowack Indeed you do have this, Richard. I don't know what you think the next photo is gonna look like, but let's envision a six-pack of abs, fake tan, and a super smile basking in recovery.

Jeff Baker Wish you a successful surgery Richard!

Richard Goldsteinposted a photo

2236 days ago

Bradley Dunn, Susan Lynn reacted to this

1:30 am...how do you look?

Richard Goldsteinposted a photo

2237 days ago

Kimberley Anchell , Rose Madura reacted to this

3 am and 7 days until blast off.

Richard Goldsteinposted a photo

2239 days ago

9 days to go! Just got my incision shield. Had to try it on!

Erik Jensen Fits perfectly ;-)

Joy Vera Looks like it will do the job!

Susan Lynn You wear it well, Richard!

Judy S That’s the spirit! Keep smiling and all will be great!

Nicole DuPont Any comfort along the way is worth it! Good luck and I hope it serves you well.

Mike Roskowinski Cool I never even thought about getting one. Sometimes I wish I would have.

Richard Goldstein Didn’t know it was adjustable. Now it will cover whole scar area even better!

LA Heatley An incision shield, what a great idea! You'll have to let us know how well it works. Bonne chance!

Richard Goldsteinposted a photo

2245 days ago

John Wise, Dan Baltazor reacted to this

Surgery date in two weeks.

John Lant Don't look so worried Richard everything will go ok. I had my Aortic Valve Replaced, Mytril Valve Rep ... Read more

John Lant Don't look so worried Richard everything will go ok. I had my Aortic Valve Replaced, Mytril Valve Repaired and a Double Bypass surgery completed on June 25th 2018 and I feel great today. The recovery time was much better than expected and by the 4th week I was walking a good mile plus a day. Just stay focused and everything will turn out great... good luck on your upcoming surgery.

Kathy Hall I had an aortic valve replaced on May 29 which was a Wednesday and came home the following Sunday. I ... Read more

Kathy Hall I had an aortic valve replaced on May 29 which was a Wednesday and came home the following Sunday. I was shocked at how easy it was. I had no pain and was up moving all around the hospital icu floor. You will do great.

Richard Goldstein Funny, I’m more concerned about the recovery than the operation. Thanks for your kind words of sup ... Read more

Richard Goldstein Funny, I’m more concerned about the recovery than the operation. Thanks for your kind words of support.

Meredith Bray What questions do you have about recovery? I wasn't in nearly as much pain as I had imagined I would ... Read more

Meredith Bray What questions do you have about recovery? I wasn't in nearly as much pain as I had imagined I would be. You'll likely be home in less than a week, sleeping in your own bed, using your own shower, and walking a little more every day. It'll just be slow and exhausting for a few weeks.

Meredith
Holiday, FL

Marie Myers I was surprised how exhausted I was in recovery. But that improved week by week.
As far as pain goes, ... Read more

Marie Myers I was surprised how exhausted I was in recovery. But that improved week by week.
As far as pain goes, I would call it being more uncomfortable than in pain. Tylenol was my main pain reliever, though I sometimes took a narcotic pain pill at night to sleep more. What concerns you the most?

Richard Goldsteinposted a photo

2252 days ago

Susan Lynn and 1 other reacted to this

This was yesterday. Spent 12 hours in the hospital. Angiogram, thru the right wrist was successful. They found the valve that needs replacement plus another ...Read more

This was yesterday. Spent 12 hours in the hospital. Angiogram, thru the right wrist was successful. They found the valve that needs replacement plus another vein they’ll need to bypass. I was totally exhausted after the hospital and still very tired

Susan Lynn Checked off another activity on the list. It's tiring for sure- but, you did it, Richard! All the ... Read more

Susan Lynn Checked off another activity on the list. It's tiring for sure- but, you did it, Richard! All the best! ❤

Richard Goldstein You got that right Susan. There always seems to be another test or something. Today is carotid scan ... Read more

Richard Goldstein You got that right Susan. There always seems to be another test or something. Today is carotid scan. Next Tuesday I get to meet with my surgeon.. Thanks for the support!

Susan Lynn Absolutely, Richard! You're on your way to game day, but not without a ton of action items first. Y ... Read more

Susan Lynn Absolutely, Richard! You're on your way to game day, but not without a ton of action items first. You'll do fine - the carotid test is an easy ultrasound. It's all worth it!

Richard Goldsteinposted a photo

2254 days ago

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Richard Goldstein I’ve been dealing with aortic stenosis for over 3 years now. The time has finally come. I go in t ... Read more

Richard Goldstein I’ve been dealing with aortic stenosis for over 3 years now. The time has finally come. I go in tomorrow to French Hospital in San Luis Obispo for my pre operation angiogram. I’ve had one before but now they go thru the wrist instead of the femoral artery. Then I’ll talk to the surgeon. I’m not scared, I think, but I’ve been putting my affairs in order. That’s sad enough. This is not a happy face but I promise to provide much happier pics in the future. Love and white light to all of you.

Tim Saint G'day Richard, I hope your angiogram comes back all clear and you have a successful surgery, speedy r ... Read more

Tim Saint G'day Richard, I hope your angiogram comes back all clear and you have a successful surgery, speedy recovery and a long healthy life ahead. All the best.

Joy Vera Hi Richard. My heart cath in March was done through the wrist too. It's wise to put things in order ... Read more

Joy Vera Hi Richard. My heart cath in March was done through the wrist too. It's wise to put things in order, I think & I did the same thing. Love & light to you as well.

Marie Myers I was not a happy camper throughout my heart journey. But all went well for me, as I pray it will go ... Read more

Marie Myers I was not a happy camper throughout my heart journey. But all went well for me, as I pray it will go for you.

Richard Goldstein I am exhausted but I do have the energy to say thank you, thank you, thank you.

Rose Madura Best wishes for a positive outcome. Things will get better on the recovery side.

Susan Lynn Richard - There are lots of great adventures ahead. It's time to put this behind you and feel better ... Read more

Susan Lynn Richard - There are lots of great adventures ahead. It's time to put this behind you and feel better. You can do it! We'll be here awaiting your good news!

Mely Parker Richard, I am so sorry you are having to go through all this. Keep the faith and know you have many ... Read more

Mely Parker Richard, I am so sorry you are having to go through all this. Keep the faith and know you have many supporters.
I am sending you beams of light for healing and recovery.
And I can hardly wait to have you back in class again!
xo Mely

Frank DeGrazia Richard, my motto has been "Prepare for the Worst, But expect the Best". At day 13 I am thrilled to s ... Read more

Frank DeGrazia Richard, my motto has been "Prepare for the Worst, But expect the Best". At day 13 I am thrilled to say that it was better than I expected, but I was glad I prepared for it. I gave me great peace of mind going into the procedure feeling I had done everything I could. Now it was up to professionals. . Target your thoughts past the procedure . Set small goals for yourself , and build on them daily. I will be excited to hear your updates!

Jeff Baker Richard, wishing you a successful surgery with an excellent outcome!

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