Chip's Story

About Me (In My Own Words)

I've been aware of my aortic insufficiency since I was about 23 years old. I've always been told that I "would likely not need anything done" for it. Well, that's all changed! The Ross Procedure is coming my way on January 6, 2026!

More Info About Me & My Heart

More About Me

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  I am from:
  Poughkeepsie, NY
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  I was diagnosed with:
  Aortic Regurgitation
  Bicuspid Aortic Valve
  Aortic Aneurysm
  
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  My surgery was:
  Ross Procedure
  
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  My surgeon is:
  Dr. Mark Peterson
  
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  My hospital is:
  NYU Langone Health Tisch Hospital