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Diagnosis: Mitral Regurgitation

Member Since: September 23, 2020

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Ron Gifford uploaded a photo
5 years ago (June 18, 2021)
This is why we make the hard decisions before surgery and do the hard work of rehab after surgery: here I am, almost 9 months post-OHS, taking my grandson to his first swim lesson!
Absolutely love this! Thanks for sharing!!!
There is an abundant life after heart surgery!
Ron Gifford uploaded a photo
5 years ago (March 25, 2021)
Well, it's been 6 months since my surgery -- recovery is going very well. My daughter bought me this shirt for my spin bike workouts at home (it's a heart pumping iron, in case the photo's not very clear). Just received my second vaccine shot, and looking forward to getting... Read more.
Go Ron! Go! Dang your future looks bright! OHS in the rear view mirror! C19 Vaccine... Check!!! Now... Let's Go Blue!!!! Sweet 16!!! And... Thanks for the very kind words about the website Ron. That really means a lot to me. If you need anything, please let me know. I'm... Read more.
I celebrate with you! That's incredible, the smile on your face says it all.
Ron Gifford uploaded a photo
5 years ago (September 28, 2020)
In the ICU about 6 hours after my surgery on Friday. I may keep that hair style long term!
You look incredible!!! Glad your procedure went so well!
Looking good! congratulations. Your ability to post a coherent sentence and picture are much better than mine was!!! Also, nice IV tree behind you... :)
At least you have hair. Lol. Looking good. Glad you're in recovery.

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