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Diagnosis: Mitral Regurgitation

Member Since: May 21, 2021

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Else Reed posted an update

2 years ago (January 3, 2024)

Wondering: is there a site like this for patients needing bypass surgery? Asking for a friend (really) I know…we are so blessed and fortunate to have Adam!

Daneen Douglas

"You might want to try Mended Hearts. I am a member of that support site as well. There are communities for many types of heart conditions. I hope that helps!"

Else Reed

Thanks, Daneen!

Else Reed posted an update

4 years ago (May 4, 2022)

It has been a year since my robotic mitral valve repair surgery by dr Gillinov. Ran a 5 K in honor of this anniversary. Received great test results today. (Stress, echo, blood). So thankful, so blessed.

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Ginny Turner

Congratulations, Else! What a wonderful update. As another Dr. Gillinov mitral valve patient from 3 months ago, it's so encouraging to hear of your great success. I, too, feel so thankful and blessed.

Kristine Schroeder

I'm having robotic mitral valve surgery in July....not Cleveland Clinic, but in Tampa. Really love the surgeon. Congratulations. I love being encouraged by these updates!

Rose Madura

Wow! What a great report! Thanks for letting us know and keep up the good work! 😊

Else Reed

Thanks, Rose!!

Phyllis Petersen

Congratulations! I'm glad to see you are still doing so well.

Else Reed

Thanks, Phyllis!❤️

Else Reed posted an update

4 years ago (February 8, 2022)

Doing a 5 K with jogging/walking in 43 minutes. My personal record! I was born with a leaky heart valve and was never able to do any sustained jogging or endurance exercise until my valve repair. Working toward running a 5K. The progress is slow, but steady! So blessed, so... Read more.

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Phyllis Petersen

Excellent! You go girl!

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