Adam Pick
2 hours ago (August 17, 2026)
Love this!!!! Welcome home Dean!!! 😀
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Diagnosis: Aortic Stenosis, Bicuspid Aortic Valve
Member Since: January 14, 2026
Member Since: January 14, 2026
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Dean Smith posted an update
2 hours ago (August 17, 2026)
Home and settled from a successful Ross procedure! Honestly first couple days were rough but I couldn't have had a better team at Northwestern with Dr Malaisrie. I had a bit of AFib a little over 24 hours after surgery which they have been able to control with meds. Home... Read more.
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Grace Mason
50 minutes ago (August 17, 2026)
Welcome to recovery Dean! You all look you great!
Rose Madura
49 minutes ago (August 17, 2026)
Welcome to recovery!
Dean Smith posted an update
2 weeks ago (August 3, 2026)
One week from today I'm having the Ross procedure at Northwestern with Dr Malaisrie. It's odd but I'm kinda excited! I feel incredibly blessed to have such an amazing surgeon and team at one of the best hospitals in the country. I am nervous, but I have a peace that... Read more.
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Tim Shen and Cydney Redmon reacted to this
1 week ago (August 3, 2026)
Reading this gave me a lot of hope. I’m also exploring the Ross procedure, and seeing someone go into it with confidence is really encouraging. Wishing you an uneventful surgery, a steady recovery, and many healthy years ahead. Please keep us posted when you’re feeling up to it. ❤️
1 week ago (August 3, 2026)
Dean, let me tell you how good of hands you're in! Dr. Malaisrie performed my Ross 10 1/2 months ago and I'm running full throttle, feeling great. The team at Northwestern is next level; you're going to be cared for by the best. You're going to do great!
1 week ago (August 6, 2026)
You got this! I had my aortic valve replaced as well!
Dean Smith posted an update
1 month ago (June 22, 2026)
I have pre-op appointment scheduled with Dr Malaisrie for July and Ross scheduled for August. It's getting real now. I'm so looking forward to getting on the other side!
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Cydney Redmon reacted to this
2 weeks ago (August 2, 2026)
Sending all the good vibes your way! Praying for a smooth surgery and recovery. 🙌🏻
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