Ruth's Photos

Diagnosis: Aortic Stenosis, Bicuspid Aortic Valve

Member Since: July 3, 2019

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7 years ago (July 20, 2019)
5 days post surgery I am up and about and the on my way to recovery..
7 years ago (July 20, 2019)
awesome job Ruth, hope you continue a speedy recovery.
7 years ago (July 20, 2019)
Fantastic, Ruth!
7 years ago (July 20, 2019)
Woot woot - way to go, Ruth! Keep up the great work.
7 years ago (July 20, 2019)
How well I remember those halls! You're doing awesomely, Ruth!
7 years ago (July 20, 2019)
You guys are great, thanks so much for the encouragement.
7 years ago (July 20, 2019)
Awesome Ruth. Keep it up it gets easier.
7 years ago (July 20, 2019)
Way to go, Ruth! I remember those halls, too! Somehow it looks cozier and more homey than it felt while being there! Keep walking walking walking!
7 years ago (July 20, 2019)
Great news, Ruth!
7 years ago (July 21, 2019)
Ruth, I am so excited to download the guided imagery that you suggested. Thank you for sharing that and great job being up and out of your bed!!
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7 years ago (July 6, 2019)
7 years ago (July 6, 2019)
HI Ruth, i too am traveling to Cleveland for my aortic valve replacement. I will be there July 12th to do all my pre-op and meet Dr. Roselli. My surgery is set for July 30th. I will be thinking of you and praying for you as well when you have... Read more.
7 years ago (July 6, 2019)
Thanks, Tim!! I hope all goes well for you with your testing and then again on July 30th
7 years ago (July 7, 2019)
Wow ! You are beautiful ! I hope I look amazing in my 60s !
7 years ago (July 7, 2019)
Monica you are so sweet, thank you!
7 years ago (July 8, 2019)
Beautiful picture, Ruth!
7 years ago (July 10, 2019)
Sounds like you have prepared well for the procedure Ruth. Just had the same procedure for the same reason BAV replacement. Went very well, and I am back in the office on Day 13. You seem organized enough to have certain goals in place. Activity goals, plan a trip in... Read more.
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7 years ago (July 6, 2019)
7 years ago (July 8, 2019)
Wow! You're amazing!
7 years ago (July 10, 2019)
Susan, hanging out with the elephants was a highlight of my trip this past winter!

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