David's Profile

Diagnosis: Aortic Regurgitation, Mitral Regurgitation, Tricuspid Regurgitation, Atrial Fibrillation

Member Since: July 19, 2024

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About Me

My Full Monty Heart surgery was completed on Jan. 29th by the esteemed Dr.Gerdisch and his incredible team. It certainly takes a lot out of you, but I was released from the hospital on Feb. 3rd and returned home Feb.7th. It'll be a long road back, but I'm very grateful to all who helped to make it possible. Dr. G's skills and heavy emphasis on ERAS (Enhanced Recovery After Surgery) to include Rigid Sternal Fixation were amazing additions to his program. I'm eternally thankful and hopeful for the future.
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    I am from: Mount Airy, Maryland, United States
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    My surgery date was: January 29, 2025
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    I was diagnosed with: Aortic Regurgitation, Mitral Regurgitation, Tricuspid Regurgitation, Atrial Fibrillation
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    My surgery was: Aortic Valve Replacement, Mitral Valve Repair, Tricuspid Valve Repair, MAZE Procedure
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    My surgeon is: Dr. Marc Gerdisch
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    My hospital is: Franciscan Health Heart Valve Center

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