John Fichera - Heart Valve Journal

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July 22, 2015 Like | Lewis Garlisi, John Fichera, LaDonna Mangile likes this

I had my procedure done robotically.

Lewis Garlisi That's great John. In and out in 2 days, and back to work in just over 2 weeks. That's about as good as good as it gets with today's technology. I think ... Read more

Lewis Garlisi That's great John. In and out in 2 days, and back to work in just over 2 weeks. That's about as good as good as it gets with today's technology. I think many of us are hoping that will be a common thing by the time we may need to readdress out valve issues down the road.

John Fichera Yeah. Very happy with the outcome here. I think a lot of it had to do with my age, 48, which is young in the valve repair world, and that I'm in good shape. ... Read more

John Fichera Yeah. Very happy with the outcome here. I think a lot of it had to do with my age, 48, which is young in the valve repair world, and that I'm in good shape. I wish that everyone has as smooth a time with there recovery as I did.

Tim Goff Wow! how extensive was the repair? Valve and chordae?

John Fichera Repaired a couple strings and put in a ring. I believe they are gortex. Valve seals great. I had a very noticable murmur. No murmur at all now. Absolutlely incredible.