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Diagnosis: Mitral Regurgitation

Member Since: January 3, 2022

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Donna Carlson posted an update
4 years ago (April 29, 2022)
I am now 3 days post op, and beginning to feel human again. What an amazing hospital, staff and nurses here at Morristown's Gagnon Institute. Thank you all my valve warriors for your support and prayers- I can never thank Adam enough for creating this site. This first picture is... Read more.
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Timothy Andre
Donna, it's so great to see your update and that you are in good spirits. We all knew you would do great. Welcome to recovery ❤️🩹 Take it one day at a time. 🙏🏽
George Gardopee
Donna- welcome to the recovery side. It is sooo much better than the lead up to surgery. I think you'll see that in a very few weeks it will seem like it never happened.
Deena Z
Amen. Exhale. One day at a time. You totally did it!!!
Kristine Schroeder
Wonderful update, Donna. I'm still in the waiting game for my mitral valve repair. I love hearing these recovery updates! Prayers for you.
Rose Madura
So happy to hear you are doing well! And I love the personalized pillow. Take one day at a time; rest when you need to and walk, walk, wall!❤️
Donna Carlson posted an update
4 years ago (April 26, 2022)
Today's the day. Finished my second hibicleanse shower- took an extra long one. Scheduled for 1:00. Thank you all for your comments, thoughts and prayers. Thank you Adam for making this journey an easier one ❤️
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Susan Lynn
Yay, Donna! We'll be here cheering for you!! All the best! ❤️
Marie Myers
Best wishes for a smooth journey through surgery and recovery!
Holly Wale
Donna -- prayers for you, your family and your care team!
Kimberly Eisenhut
Prayers for you and your successful surgery and recovery! Will be keeping you in my thoughts throughout the day today. Hugs and love sent💗
Linda Johnson
Best wishes Donna, sending prayers and good thoughts for you.
Donna Carlson posted an update
4 years ago (April 12, 2022)
Woke up this morning and realized my surgery is two weeks away. Just 14 days. I'm not freaking out, but I have started talking to myself. Wishing good luck and quick recovery to everyone scheduled before me this month! I kind of feel like I'm on the first row on... Read more.
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Donna Carlson
Good luck, much love to Katherine Berry and Christi Cepeda ❤️
Ann Zucker
Hi Donna! My mitral repair is the day before yours. I'm feeling very hopefu! I think we're both going to rock it!
Joyce Shelby
All the best to you Donna during your surgery! These doctors are truly amazing and you will be back on your feet in no time!
Donna Carlson
Ann, I think you're right, we will rock it no matter what! Good luck to you and God bless!

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