Susan Harris
thanks for sharing. great to hear you're on path to recovery!
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Diagnosis: Aortic Regurgitation, Mitral Regurgitation
Member Since: June 2, 2024
Member Since: June 2, 2024
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Diane Lewis posted an update
1 year ago (January 2, 2025)
Thanks everyone. I am now 2 weeks post-op and feel the worst is over. Dr. Gerdisch and his staff were great. I am so thankful I waited the 4 months for him to perform it. Their post op pain relief program really amazed me . Between the spinal blocks that... Read more.
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Rose Madura
Wonderful news! ā¤ļøš©¹š
Pamela Gregory
This is terrific news! So glad you are home and doing so wellā¤ļø
Christopher T
Happy to hear everything went well. I wish you a speedy recovery.
BRENDA JUNIEL
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Kathy Ozio
That's awesome! Wishing you a continued great recovery!
Ana Brusso
Continued good recovery Diane, God bless you šā¤ļø
Tammy Gonzalez
Thank you for sharing. So wonderful you are doing well. I am scheduled for surgery with Dr. Gerdisch on April 2nd. I fully believe I have made the right decision. I will be flying from Florida. Glad to hear you didn't have much pain on your drive home.
Diane Lewis posted an update
1 year ago (December 16, 2024)
2 days away from a Mitral and Aortic valve redo/replacement and a MAZE procedure by Dr. Marc Gerdisch. We are driving from Little Rock to Indianapolis today. Pre-op things tomorrow and surgery the 18th.
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I hope you made it safely to Indianapolis and are settling in. Prayers for you and your surgical team. You will be on the road to recovery before you know it!
Will pray your redo surgery would be successful and a speedy recovery. You chose a great surgeon. God bless you šā¤ļø
God bless your surgery and recovery Diane
"Best of luck for a successful surgery and speedy recovery! ā¤ļøš©¹"
Thanks everyone. I am now 2 weeks post-op and feel the worst is over. Dr. Gerdisch and his staff were great. I am so thankful I waited the 4 months for him to perform it. Their post op pain relief program really amazed me . Between the spinal blocks that... Read more.
So happy to hear things went so well and that your recovery is on track :)
Diane Lewis posted an update
1 year ago (December 9, 2024)
I'm 9 days away from Aortic/mitral/Maze procedure in Indianapolis by Dr. Marc Gerdish. I'm so read to get it done. I have been on his waiting list for 4 months. Not looking forward to having it the week before Christmas, but such is life. Will take any advice on what... Read more.
By Christmas Day, you'll be doing great! I recommend a robe and basic toiletries & something to keep your hands busy in the recovery bed. & Some good music
Good things come to those who wait - especially for Dr. Gerdish!! I'd also recommend a long charger cord for your cell phone, a button front shirt, and loose pants or stretch pants for the way home. Many of us left the hospital with a few extra pounds. Everything you... Read more.
I really liked having my own pillow and blanket. Best wishes to youā¤ļø
I packed some slip on walking shoes vs the slippers they provide you with. They want you to walk and I wanted to be comfortable. Also I purchased sweats and several front button shirts. I soon as I could change in to that from the hospital gown I did. It... Read more.
You are very fortunate to have one of the top Drs performing your surgery ā¤ļøš Blessings
My second surgery was maybe a week before Christmas. It wasn't a big issue. You look a bit funny with the heart hugger at the family party but it's fine. As for the recover itself, check out the learning center. What mostly helped me is pillows, recliner, etc. https://www.heart-valve-surgery.com/learning-center.php
Diane, I packed a big plush robe with a hood (nurses said I looked like Rocky Balboa in it!). It was great for walks after surgery.
Thank ya'll for all the encouragement and suggestions. We are driving from Little Rock to Indianapolis today. Pre-op things tomorrow and surgery the 18th.
Good luck you will do well.
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