About Me (In My Own Words)
In September 2025, I went to see my primary care doctor about a sore knee. During a routine exam, she heard something unusual in my heart and referred me to a cardiologist.
After a series of tests during the fall, I was diagnosed with a bicuspid aortic valve with severe regurgitation. I will undergo open-heart surgery - the Ross Procedure - on April 1, 2026.
My cardiologist told me that my primary care doctor likely saved my life. Without that referral, my condition could have deteriorated significantly in the months ahead.
More Info About Me & My Heart
More About Me
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I am from:
New York
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My surgery date is:
April 1, 2026
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I was diagnosed with:
Aortic Regurgitation
Bicuspid Aortic Valve
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My surgery was:
Ross Procedure
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My hospital is:
Mount Sinai
