Dan's Posts

Hi all, it's been awhile since last update post. My surgery was March 28, 31 days in recovery. Doing very well, I can attest to the other OHS veterans that the waiting before surgery was definitely the hardest part. Once surgery was over I shifted focus on recovery and rehab. I've actually enjoyed this part of the journey. Getting better every day and can tell the difference in my strength and endurance improving. I've attached a video of me getting on my rowing machine on day 17, felt great! I've been slowly progressing to my stationary bike as well. Along with continued dog walks and gym workouts. I gotta say the rigid sternal fixation method to close the sternum back is a game changer. Definitely made a difference in my recovery time, very little pain and pretty much normal mobility. For those with upcoming surgery dates check out this method. There's videos on here from Dr. Gerdisch on this topic. Feel free to ask me anything about this. Cheers 👍

Greetings, going on 16 days in recovery. Doing well and stronger every day. Replaced aortic valve and ascending aorta. Have post surgery check up this morning. One kinda odd thing I experience is I can feel my heart beat pulsating through my ears when I'm in a quiet place. Also feel it in chest and arms but more so the ears. My BP, heart rate, etc are normal. Anyone experience this? How long does it last? Thanks in advance for any feedback. ❤️

Greetings, got home yesterday from OHS. St. Francis in Indianapolis was the place and Dr. Gerdisch the surgeon. All went really well. The nurses, therapist, etc were all fabulous. Have never been treated with such caring and professional people. I told them the reason I'm here wasn't great but having them take care of me was awesome and memorable in a very good way. Posting a picture from within 24 hours of surgery completion. Incredible the amount of iv bags hanging. Want to provide a synopsis of the later. This morning kind feel like I got hit by a mack truck. 😊