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Debbie Freed posted an update
4 years ago (July 14, 2021)
I am being admitted today to Mt. SiI so Hopital for my surgery this Friday. Quest lab has lost my COVID test so the hospital said they would do another test.
👍 Rose Madura reacted to this
Best of luck Debbie. You'll be on the other side of this tomorrow evening and on your way to recovery. You've got this.
Anonymous, heart valve patient
Anonymous
Keeping you in prayer for a successful surgery and smooth recovery. God bless you
Debbie Freed posted an update
4 years ago (July 9, 2021)
My upcoming surgery is July 16. I spoke with Cameron today, who is very helpful in explaining surgery and recovery. Thank you! But, I am still very nervous.
It's very normal to be nervous. Try to remember that the doctors are very experienced and do this every day. The odds are in your favor. If you prY, ask God to give you peace. Sometimes our imaginations can be very cruel. God bless you.
I also had my mitral and tricuspid valves repaired by Dr David Adams. Awesome surgeon and ICU. Everyone is nervous, but as Rose said, the stats are way in your favor. Expect to be incredibly exhausted, but in less pain than you would think. You will get through this. In... Read more.
Debbie - We were all nervous, but when it's your day, you'll be ready to put it behind you. Surgery will feel like a one minute nap and you'll be done! I found the whole process to be completely tolerable. Remind yourself that this is a small investment of your... Read more.
Cannot imagine anyone not being nervous prior to heart surgery. When they called my name in the waiting room the day of, i considered not answering. Alas my wife had already driven off due to covid so i had nowhere to go. There are so many great outcomes after surgery.... Read more.
Debbie Freed posted a photo
4 years ago (June 29, 2021)
I am with my two year old grandson, he is one of nine grandchildren.
👍 Rose Madura, Patsy Stewart and reacted to this
Beautiful photo!!! It's scorching hot here in Pennsylvania! ❤

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