Rita's Profile

Diagnosis: Aortic Stenosis

Member Since: June 6, 2019

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About Me

Had open heart surgery to replace my aortic valve. I had seen a cardiologist for 4 years and was monitored very closely and in June it became apparent I would need the surgery. The surgeon, the staff and the hospital was outstanding. Two day after being released went to ER with Afib. On medication now and am doing well physically but emotionally can't seem to get back where I was. The surgery took a lot out of me physically and emotionally.
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    I am from: Bowdoinham, Maine, United States
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    My surgery date was: June 6, 2018
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    I was diagnosed with: Aortic Stenosis
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    My surgery was: Aortic Valve Replacement
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    My surgeon is: Dr. Michael McGrath
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    My hospital is: Maine Medical Center

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