About Me (In My Own Words)
I had my bicuspid aortic valve replaced in 2011 at Cleveland Clinic at age 54 with an Edwards pericardial bovine tissue heart valve by the very bright Tomislav Mihaljevic, MD (now CEO of Cleveland Clinic).
I wake up grateful for the abundant care and protection that our God gives everyday. My heart (with a bovine aortic valve) continues to beat strong . . . though I discovered through my allergist and immunologist that the nickel wiring and components from my aortic valve has caused a metal sensitivity in my body contributing to inflammation. I'll be working with the cardiology team at Cleveland Clinic - when it is time - to replace it with a nickel-free aortic valve or the Ross Procedure.
Many prayers of gratitude to Leonardo Rodriquez, MD, interventional cardiologist at Cleveland Clinic, for his thorough and attentive annual assessments, and Imran Ahmad, MD, my local interventional cardiologist at Northwestern Medical Center-Central DuPage Hospital in Winfield, IL, who also provides amazing guidance and care.
A "shout out" to my loving family - my husband, Phil, my two adult children (Dana and Eric), their spouses, my darling two grandchildren, and my siblings and my many supportive friends.
Adam's book, website, and community is awesome! Don't hesitate to buy his book!
More Info About Me & My Heart
More About Me
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I am from:
Aurora, Illinois
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My surgery date is:
February 16, 2011
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I was diagnosed with:
Bicuspid Aortic Valve
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My surgery was:
Aortic Valve Replacement
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My hospital is:
Cleveland Clinic
