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Diagnosis: Aortic Stenosis, Mitral Stenosis

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Brian Stugart posted an update
10 years ago (April 26, 2016)
Second opinion was the same as the first. 2 valve replacements. Really liked that both primary and assisting surgeons both allowed as much time as my wife and I needed. Answered all our additional questions and we have a peace and confidence we're heading down the right path. Obviously, it's... Read more.
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You will be in His hands! Praying for you and His perfect peace!
What a wonderful vision your wife received from God! He's got this so all you need do is surrender and let the peace that surpasses all understanding fill your spirit and rest in His hands! The day I went in for my surgery, I had such a peace, you could... Read more.
Thank you so much all. I'm very blessed that our 3 daughters, our one son in law and 2 grand kids will all be with my wife and I tomorrow for a family day the day before my surgery. One came home from studying in Germany, one from California, the... Read more.
Prayers for you tomorrow, and wishing you a speedy recovery!
That is positive there is continuity, which Surgeon are you going with? That is great and what you need to be allowed time and feel comfortable with your medical team. How have you been going and is a date set or more testing? ☺
Brian Stugart posted an update
10 years ago (April 25, 2016)
This coming Friday is my "overhaul" date. I am very glad that my #1 choice for surgeon will be assisted by my #2 choice. I get to meet #2 tomorrow. Still lots of questions of course. I agree with so many of my Heart Buddies that asking questions is a... Read more.
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Brian Stugart posted a photo
10 years ago (April 22, 2016)
Me and my girl. Neuschwanstein Castle, Germany, Dec. 2016.
Lovely photo of both of you and beautiful background scenery :) Keep smiling.
Great photo! Prayers and best wishes, Brian. You will do great!

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