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Diagnosis: Mitral Regurgitation

Member Since: January 28, 2017

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9 years ago (January 28, 2017)

I need mitral valve repair and have been talking to 2 different surgions, on ei robotic Dr. Guy and one is open heart, Dr. Girardi. Both are at Weill Cornell and I am looking at the pros and cons of each and trying to decide what to do. Any feedback... Read more.

Phyllis Petersen

9 years ago (January 28, 2017)

I had robotic mitral valve repair at Cleveland Clinic in October, and am very glad I did. The recovery is faster and I had very few issues after. I was cleared to drive a week after leaving the hospital, but was too sore to do so for another couple of... Read more.

Paul C

9 years ago (January 29, 2017)

Dr. Girardi repaired my mitral valve last year. Sternectomy at age 54 as I wanted short pump time and proven outcome. It took about 7 weeks to recover and restart exercise. The team at NYP was great.

Cathy Bevan

9 years ago (February 6, 2017)

I have decided to do OH with Dr. Girardi My surgery is scheduled for Feb 14. I am very nervous about this but hoping to put this behind me and feel better and travel.

Phyllis Petersen

9 years ago (February 6, 2017)

Everyone is nervous facing heart surgery. We're all here for you.

Kathy Blank

9 years ago (February 12, 2017)

Cathy- I am on day 4 post opp from minimally invasive robotic surgery for mitral valve repair. I journaled my daily experience post opp and would be happy to answer any questions! I feel like I made the best decision and now enjoying the recovery phase! Got home on day... Read more.

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