Chris Hall - Heart Valve Journal

My Journal

Update posted on...

January 8, 2021

8 weeks ago I was worried about coming out of surgery. I spent a week on this site and I felt better entering surgery, MVR and CBP ( 1 ). 7 weeks post-op today and I can't believe how good I feel, which I didn't expect. I logged 4 miles, walking, on Wednesday. Started rehab this week which I'm so excited about. My goal is to end up in better shape than I was before all of this. Good luck and thanks to my heart warrior brothers and sisters. Keep Moving!

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Ana Brusso Wow Chris 8 weeks......congratulations. Walking 4 miles already and doing cardiac rehab mind boggling ha? So grateful for your recovery and continued healing. ... Read more

Ana Brusso Wow Chris 8 weeks......congratulations. Walking 4 miles already and doing cardiac rehab mind boggling ha? So grateful for your recovery and continued healing. Keep it up and continue to tell us your progress. Be well and good health. God bless you

Elyse Sherman That is wonderful, Chris, so glad to hear it! Thanks for giving me hope of returning to my active life after AVR surgery!

Lisa Coombe I’m still waiting for a surgery date, finding this site has helped me a lot, everything is hard but everyone here understands how hard it is when you have this heart condition and are waiting

Elyse Sherman The waiting is the hardest part, Lisa. Once you have your surgery date, at least that part will be over and you could start on your plan toward feeling better.

Rose Madura Congratulations Chris. After 3-1/2 years, I fell better than I ever have. I'm sure you will too. Be sure to listen to your body because it has been through major trauma.

Mike Dotson 7 weeks post op walking 4 miles and feeling good. Fantastic.

Update posted on...

December 18, 2020

4 weeks ago I had my mitral valve repair and single bypass. I was so scared. I am so grateful for Adam and the rest of my heart warriors. This site made me feel so much better entering surgery. My healing has been remarkable, other than arm pit soreness. I'm breathing better than I have in years. I'm walking about 2 miles a day. I received so much support here and would recommend that anyone having a heart procedure, join the community. I hope everyone is doing well who's in recovery. Those with a scheduled procedure I want to say lean on us for support. You'll do great

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Daniel Carbonneau You're an inspiration, Chris. I appreciate your insight. Thanks for taking the time to share your journey with us.

Susan Lynn Chris - Congrats on your 4-week Anniversary! Glad to read you're doing well. Thanks for inspiring everyone in the waiting room. Wishing you continued success with your recovery! ❤

Ana Brusso Wow Chris, you are already walking 2miles a day.......miracle! Continued recovery and good health. Blessings

Lisa Coombe I’m 3 months from being diagnosed and this page has given me so much information, it’s great having people around the world that understand what your going through

Update posted on...

December 10, 2020

Today was my 3 week follow up. Muscle and collarbone pain is about all I have left. Dr. said I was doing fantastic. Going to start cardiac rehab in a couple more weeks. Have to get ready for the golf course. Thanks to Dr Pahwa and his amazing University of Louisville staff. Haven't breathed this well in years.

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Ana Brusso Hi Chris, the Golf Course is waiting. So glad you are doing well. Cardiac Rehab will help get you ready for Golf. Keep up the good work and be well. Continued good health and God bless you

Ana Brusso Hurray for the University of Louisville staff!

Update posted on...

November 29, 2020

Day 10. Feeling much better than expected. Have a little kidney discomfort and was wondering if that's normal. Kidneys are working. Everything else is going very well

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Marie Myers Glad you are pleasantly surprised at how you are feeling. It gets better slowly, day by day. Just take it easy on yourself. If you have any questions, I would ... Read more

Marie Myers Glad you are pleasantly surprised at how you are feeling. It gets better slowly, day by day. Just take it easy on yourself. If you have any questions, I would just phone your doc and ask. Lots of little aches, tight feelings, and other sensations of healing to be experienced.

Ana Brusso Good to hear you are doing well. Continued good health and healing