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Diagnosis: Aortic Regurgitation, Aortic Stenosis, Bicuspid Aortic Valve

Member Since: April 1, 2025

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Daniel Gillbanks posted an update
1 year ago (April 1, 2025)
Hi all It looks like I will need to book my Ross Procedure over the coming weeks. i have been feeling extremely nervous and anxious over the operation. Love reading positive stories
1 year ago (April 1, 2025)
All the best. Nerves and anxiety are normal
1 year ago (April 1, 2025)
Thanks Darrell, hope you are fully recovered from your procedure.
1 year ago (April 1, 2025)
Thanks. Almost 1 year now. I think recovery will be a life long journey. Exercise, Diet life style is always on the forefront. But all is going well.
1 year ago (April 1, 2025)
Best of luck, Daniel. I think the anxiety leading up to it is actually the worst part. You'll do great!
1 year ago (April 2, 2025)
Thanks Marcus, your situation is very much the same as mine. Glad to see you are doing so well.
1 year ago (April 2, 2025)
Hi Daniel, Welcome to this community! Your date will be the 1 year anniversary of my AVR surgery! 😊❤️🩹 Glad you discovered the Ross option—I hoped to have it but had a few other complications that made it unsafe for me. Since your mind is made up I'll assume you've... Read more.
1 year ago (April 2, 2025)
Thanks Sue, yes my surgeon has completed many Ross Procedures at the Heart Institute in Ottawa.

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