Just want to say thank you to Adam and to everyone that commented on my posts. I'm 3 weeks out from a Ross procedure performed by Dr. El-Hamamsy at Mt Sinai in Manhattan. Couldn't have gone better. I've been in almost no pain the entire time other than when I... Read more.
Just want to say thank you to Adam and to everyone that commented on my posts. I'm 3 weeks out from a Ross procedure performed by Dr. El-Hamamsy at Mt Sinai in Manhattan. Couldn't have gone better. I've been in almost no pain the entire time other than when I sneeze which isn't too bad. I have been off all meds for over a week other than Naproxen which is for inflammation. I have been walking on my own since the day after surgery. I'm up to 3 miles per day. I sleep more than I used too and nap daily which I never did before. Small price to pay for such a huge success!
Thanks again!
Does anyone have experience with Dr. El-Hamamsy at Mt Sinia in New York?
I have my Ross procedure scheduled for next Wednesday and just looking for extra information. Hopefully warm fuzzies, LOL, but even negative info would be appreciated.
I'd also be interested in Ross recovery experiences.
Thanks!
I'm Canadian Alex and both surgeons I consulted with here know of him well and he is held in high esteem—he began doing the RP at the Montreal Heart Institute and is among the best worldwide. His doctoral dissertation is called the Living Valve and is all about the Ross,... Read more.
I'm Canadian Alex and both surgeons I consulted with here know of him well and he is held in high esteem—he began doing the RP at the Montreal Heart Institute and is among the best worldwide. His doctoral dissertation is called the Living Valve and is all about the Ross, worth a read even if you're not a medical person. That said, there are so many people in this community who know from personal experience what he's like and I'm sure you'll hear from some! His reputation for surgical skill as well as bedside manner would make anyone fortunate to have him as their surgeon I'd bet. I'd encourage you to check out the Facebook group Ross patients and their Families—lots of his patients there too! You'd be in excellent hands! God bless! ❤️🩹🙏🏻
Hi Alex,
I had surgery with Dr El-Hamamsy 8 months ago and I would highly recommend him. He is impressive "on paper", as well as, very personable. I was surprised and pleased when he came and personally checked on me in my room a couple days in a row, post... Read more.
Hi Alex,
I had surgery with Dr El-Hamamsy 8 months ago and I would highly recommend him. He is impressive "on paper", as well as, very personable. I was surprised and pleased when he came and personally checked on me in my room a couple days in a row, post surgery, given how busy he must be. I had surgery on a Tuesday morning and was ready to go to my hotel by Saturday morning. I am happy to answer any questions you might have.
You can read my journal if you want to check out my recovery.
I had a few complications late (4 weeks out) that were resolved pretty easily, but not any of the ones I was most worried about, such as AFib, transfusion, or the need for a pacemaker post surgery. I feel fortunate to have been able to have Dr El-Hamamsy for my surgeon.
Does anyone know of a good continuous blood pressure monitoring device that works during exercise? I want to make sure I don't go over a certain threshold so as not to exacerbate my condition. Is this something that will be prescribed once I have my valve surgery?