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1349 days ago

Timothy Andre, Scott Kinghorn, Rose Madura and 1 other reacted to this

I made the one year mark!! Today's my anniversary. One year ago was such a different story. Now I was able to ride again in the Closer To ...Read more

I made the one year mark!! Today's my anniversary. One year ago was such a different story. Now I was able to ride again in the Closer To Free cancer fundraiser. While I was only able to push myself through ten miles, It felt so amazing to cross that finish line. I still have a lot of sternum/chest pain and shortness of breath on one flight of stairs, but I'm happy to be here, getting better every day. Tonight I celebrate. Not just my recovery but Adam and this entire community, couldn't have done it with out you. So a huge thank you to everyone!!

Holly Wale Way to go, Sara!!!

Mohammed Abdulrahman What kind of valve has been replaced?

Timothy Andre Congratulations Sara happy toes!! One year celebration, that’s great news!!

Klara Čičić Wow Sara congratulations!

George Gardopee Happy Anniversary Sara!

Deena Z How awesome, Sara!! A new, better you and a great cause. I remember all the trials and tribulation ... Read more

Deena Z How awesome, Sara!! A new, better you and a great cause. I remember all the trials and tribulations you went through to get to this sentinel event. Hear you roar!

Rose Madura Congratulations

Ana Brusso Thank you Sara Latina for enduring and being patient. Congratulations on your first year anniversary, ... Read more

Ana Brusso Thank you Sara Latina for enduring and being patient. Congratulations on your first year anniversary, great way to celebrate, 10 miles is a milestone. Continued good health and God bless you 🙏❤️

Sara Latina Thanks everyone! Mohammed - due to a bicuspid aortic valve with severe stenosis I had the Ross proce ... Read more

Sara Latina Thanks everyone! Mohammed - due to a bicuspid aortic valve with severe stenosis I had the Ross procedure

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1447 days ago

Rose Madura, Holly Wale, Adam Baumgartner and 2 others reacted to this

Finally finished cardia rehab. Only took seven months due to constant set backs. Still having a lot of chest discomfort (still can’t roll over without waking ...Read more

Finally finished cardia rehab. Only took seven months due to constant set backs. Still having a lot of chest discomfort (still can’t roll over without waking up from pain) and periodic bouts of sharp pain when I breathe. Now I’m told it could be nerve damage. Just keep picking myself back up and moving forward again. Hoping everyone is having a great start to their summer.

Rose Madura Congratulations. Your positive attitude will help you heal. I do think the nerve damage will get be ... Read more

Rose Madura Congratulations. Your positive attitude will help you heal. I do think the nerve damage will get better in time. God bless you!

Klara Čičić Congratulations dear Sara, way to go!!! :)))

Deena Z Congrats, Sara! You really did go through a lot. The rehab is such a confidence booster in your abi ... Read more

Deena Z Congrats, Sara! You really did go through a lot. The rehab is such a confidence booster in your ability to push yourself. I think the nerves may regenerate, right? I assume you tried using a heating pad to help with the pain, but just in case throwing it out there. Enjoy those beautiful New England summers.

Congratulations Sara, continued good health and recovery. God bless you

Adam Baumgartner Nice. I also have some chest nerve issues, though not as severe as yours. I hope things continue to i ... Read more

Adam Baumgartner Nice. I also have some chest nerve issues, though not as severe as yours. I hope things continue to improve for you.

Timothy Andre Congrats Sara!! I just started rehab and look forward to graduation as well. I'm sorry you are dea... Read more

Timothy Andre Congrats Sara!! I just started rehab and look forward to graduation as well. I'm sorry you are dealing with nerve issues. Hopefully that will work itself out soon. Keep up the good work. God bless you

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1661 days ago

Rita Savelis, Jay Heagerty, Holly Wale reacted to this

My bicuspid aortic valve. Dr. stelzer just sent pictures from my surgery. So wild to see his work and my actual heart.

Thomas Brusstar Wow! I kind of wish I had photos from my surgery! I think….

Richard Munson Just seeing pictures of your heart gets me woozy, pictures of my heart, forget it. But then i can’t ... Read more

Richard Munson Just seeing pictures of your heart gets me woozy, pictures of my heart, forget it. But then i can’t look when they draw blood without passing out.

Marie Myers Great picture!

Rita Savelis Very very cool.

Kim Mickelson I'm with Richard---but in a way, also kind of cool. I've asked for pics of my echocardiogram for an ... Read more

Kim Mickelson I'm with Richard---but in a way, also kind of cool. I've asked for pics of my echocardiogram for an art project...

Richard Munson Wow, you ladies are way tougher than me. I might just be wimpy. They laugh when they extract my blood ... Read more

Richard Munson Wow, you ladies are way tougher than me. I might just be wimpy. They laugh when they extract my blood and i look away and get sweaty. I’m getting antsy just thinking about it. Once the elastic band on my arm gets tight, i’m done.

Sara Latinaposted a photo

1688 days ago

Holly Wale, Rose Madura, Ted Niedziela and 7 others reacted to this

Left picture is from a week ago a day before I was released from my second hospital stay. The right is my X-ray from today. Finally some significant improvement!!! ...Read more

Left picture is from a week ago a day before I was released from my second hospital stay. The right is my X-ray from today. Finally some significant improvement!!! Recovery here I come!!!

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1702 days ago

Adam Pick, Ted Niedziela, Rose Madura and 6 others reacted to this

Day 12 post Ross procedure. Been a much harder recovery than I anticipated. Five days in ICU and then three more in step down before finally being released. ...Read more

Day 12 post Ross procedure. Been a much harder recovery than I anticipated. Five days in ICU and then three more in step down before finally being released. Still have a long way to go but every day is better. I will definitely go back and post updates

Richard Munson Great. I see the important people in your life are close by in the pix

Holly Wale Sara, great to hear from you even if it's been rough. Hang in there! Love to see your pets provi ... Read more

Holly Wale Sara, great to hear from you even if it's been rough. Hang in there! Love to see your pets providing comfort and support! I will keep you in my prayers for your full mend and recovery!

Susan Lynn Sara - Recovery can be different for everyone - you'll have good days that will become more and more ... Read more

Susan Lynn Sara - Recovery can be different for everyone - you'll have good days that will become more and more frequent. Keep looking ahead and don't get too caught up in the moments that are more challenging. It looks like you have great support from your furry companions! You'll get there - one day at a time. We're here if you need a morale boost or a virtual hug! Remember - every day gets you closer to getting back to your life!

Marie Myers The Ross Procedure is a more technically challenging and involved surgery. You rest all you need to, ... Read more

Marie Myers The Ross Procedure is a more technically challenging and involved surgery. You rest all you need to, and don’t be discouraged. You have been through a lot!

Adam Pick Sara, One day at a time... Hurry up and wait... Sorry for the recovery cliches but they really can he ... Read more

Adam Pick Sara, One day at a time... Hurry up and wait... Sorry for the recovery cliches but they really can help. There is absolutely no need to rush the recovery. You and your body have been through A LOT. Please take it easy and do your best to enjoy the healing process. My thoughts are with you!

God bless you Sara. It’s one day at a time. Glad you are on the recovery side. We are here fr you. ... Read more

God bless you Sara. It’s one day at a time. Glad you are on the recovery side. We are here fr you. Stay strong and continued recovery and good health.it does get better. Blessings

Frank Giovanniello Yes, Sara, every day you'll notice a difference. At least your home now, and your babies are watching ... Read more

Frank Giovanniello Yes, Sara, every day you'll notice a difference. At least your home now, and your babies are watching you. Rest up.

Patsy Stewart Looks like you have great companions to help you along. There’s nothing quite like the love you get ... Read more

Patsy Stewart Looks like you have great companions to help you along. There’s nothing quite like the love you get from your furry friends. Sorry for the down days, but sending prayers that recovery will become easier for you. Hoping to see that beautiful smile like the one you posted going in. You can do this, Sara!~❤️

Richard Munson Before you know it, that book i see on the table on hiking trails will be a reality.

Tracy Fallu You resting in the picture is the most important thing you can be doing for yourself.

Ron Broadhead Best to you Sara. As Adam said, you've been through a lot but the daily improvement is a real plus. I ... Read more

Ron Broadhead Best to you Sara. As Adam said, you've been through a lot but the daily improvement is a real plus. I really like your chocolate Lab.

Lilly Black Sara, pick up the "Hiking Trails" book from your table, and imagine....soon you will be hiking again! ... Read more

Lilly Black Sara, pick up the "Hiking Trails" book from your table, and imagine....soon you will be hiking again! I was a swimmer, so I imagined myself walking into my favorite salt water swimming pool and going for a nice, long leisurely swim. It helped my recovery to imagine I was getting back into the pool! 6 weeks later, I was there! good luck... I wish you a speedy recovery!

Sara Latinaposted a photo

1715 days ago

Rose Madura, Deena Z, Patsy Stewart and 9 others reacted to this

Here we go!!!

Susan Lynn See you soon, Sara! All the best! ❤

Adam Pick You got this Sara. You are in the best of hands with Dr. Stelzer for your Ross Procedure. ❤❤❤� ... Read more

Adam Pick You got this Sara. You are in the best of hands with Dr. Stelzer for your Ross Procedure. ❤❤❤❤❤ https://www.heart-valve-surgery.com/surgeons/dr-Paul-Stelzer-New+York-New%20York.php

Adam Pick P.S. For those patients in our community, who are not familiar with the Ross Procedure, you can learn ... Read more

Adam Pick P.S. For those patients in our community, who are not familiar with the Ross Procedure, you can learn more about it at this link - https://www.heart-valve-surgery.com/learning/ross-procedure/.

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Ron Broadhead Best wishes to you Sara.

Sara Latinaposted a photo

1716 days ago

Dan Baltazor, Adam Pick, Ted Niedziela and 5 others reacted to this

On the train to NYC headed to Mount Sinai for Preop tests. Can believe the day is almost here

Adam Pick You got this Sara! You are in the best of hands. Please let Dr. Stelzer know that I say "Hi!" when y ... Read more

Adam Pick You got this Sara! You are in the best of hands. Please let Dr. Stelzer know that I say "Hi!" when you see him. All the best!

Steve Miller Stay strong, prayers are with you and the family.

Will keep you in prayer for your successful surgery and we will be here waiting for you in recovery. ... Read more

Will keep you in prayer for your successful surgery and we will be here waiting for you in recovery. God bless you

Marie Myers Wishing you a smooth journey through surgery and recovery!

Trusha Prema Wishing you a all the best Sara. Talk soon, in recovery!

Ginny Turner Special prayers and well wishes for you today, Sara!

Sara Latinaposted a photo

1724 days ago

Kimberly Eisenhut, E Taub, Rose Madura and 6 others reacted to this

Gift for recovery! Lego kit of my dream vehicle.

Deena Z Flashback to the 60s: peace, flower power and groovy, along with the VW bus. Thoughtful gift; gla ... Read more

Deena Z Flashback to the 60s: peace, flower power and groovy, along with the VW bus. Thoughtful gift; glad it is cheering you onward!

Cameron Peek This is a great recovery project. I got a coloring book and pencils which was really restful to sit a ... Read more

Cameron Peek This is a great recovery project. I got a coloring book and pencils which was really restful to sit and color.

Tracy Fallu What a fun recovery project

Sara Latinaposted a photo

1724 days ago

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