Faith's Story

About Me (In My Own Words)

My aortic valve had severe regurgitation as well as my mitral valve.
My aortic valve was replaced with a cow valve.
My mitral valve was repaired.
Dr. Joanna Chikwe & her team are incredibly supportive & caring. Before , during & after surgery.

More Info About Me & My Heart

More About Me

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  I am from:
  Tarzana, CA
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  My surgery date is:
  July 18, 2024
  
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  I was diagnosed with:
  Aortic Regurgitation
  Bicuspid Aortic Valve
  
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  My surgery was:
  Aortic Valve Replacement
  Mitral Valve Repair
  
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  My surgeon is:
  Dr. Joanna Chikwe
  
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  My hospital is:
  Smidt Heart Institute at Cedars-Sinai