About Me (In My Own Words)
Back in 2013, my PCP said that my heart was in afib and recommended I visit a cardiologist.
My first catherization found NO blockages, but confirmed afib. Began medications.
2013 through 2016 had 4 ablation procedures - last one was a cryoablation and that normalized my heart beat!
Cardio surgeon said that some future time, I would need mitral valve work (due to childhood rheumatic fever - no antibiotics provided at that time).
This year (2025) my echo results concerned my cardiologist so followed up with L&R catherization, cardiologist insisted I see a cardio thoracic surgeon. I was shocked/stunned to find that 3 of my 4 valves need work!
I doubled down on my research/learning with goal of finding best options for me. This is when I found HVS, joined and ordered/devoured Adam Pick's excellent book. I also started my HVS journal, at this point.
Currently, my 3 valve surgery is scheduled for June 25, 2025.
I am told it will be repair for both mitral and tricuspid and aortic to Dr. Gillinov at Cleveland clinic (I live in Arizona, so travel after surgery required) wants to have fresh tests just before surgery date (replace??).
More Info About Me & My Heart
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I am from: Tucson, Arizona
