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John Foreman posted an update

2 years ago (February 13, 2024)

Today is 3 weeks post-op. I had my aortic valve replaced and my mitral valve replaced. My mitral valve had 50% blockage. Surgery was 14 hours. The first couple of days I was wiped out. On the 6th. Day post op I had a permanent pacemaker implanted. After that my... Read more.

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J Alexander Lassally

2 years ago (February 13, 2024)

Wow 14 hours ! That is quite a long one. Where did you have it. Congrats.

Kathy Ozio

2 years ago (February 13, 2024)

Wow! Keep positive! It sounds like you're doing pretty well after all you had done! 🙏

Rose Madura

2 years ago (February 13, 2024)

Recovery can be tough at times. Hang in there and stay strong. 🪖💪❤️🩹

Marie Myers

2 years ago (February 14, 2024)

Glad you are on the recovery side, and that you are walking a little more every day. Take it slow and steady!

John Foreman

2 years ago (February 14, 2024)

Slept really good last night. Today I feel better than any other day so far. My surgery was at Tufts Medical Center in Boston. My surgeon was Dr. Gregory Couper. i have to say my care was top notch. I don't have any complaint about the whole process and procedure.... Read more.

John Foreman posted an update

2 years ago (January 17, 2024)

My surgery was scheduled for tomorrow January 18th. Hospital called and said it was postponed. They'll call me tomorrow to reschedule the surgery. I was ready both physically and mentally. Now I wait!

Daneen Douglas

2 years ago (January 17, 2024)

That sucks! I would be disappointed. It's maybe a blessing in disguise!

Ana Brusso

2 years ago (January 17, 2024)

Not the first time people on this blog get their surgery postponed. Mine was postponed and then done perfectly. Be patient John and try to keep yourself occupied and don't think too much about it. Sorry you have to wait again. God bless you

Tom Everson

2 years ago (January 17, 2024)

Good luck stay positive

Beckie Jess

2 years ago (January 17, 2024)

So sorry to hear! I would be upset too! Try to stay positive, we will be praying for your quick reschedule and uneventful revovery!

Daneen Douglas

2 years ago (January 17, 2024)

Yes! It will go well when it's supposed to!

Rose Madura

2 years ago (January 17, 2024)

So sorry for you, John. I also had a postponement and it threw me for a loop. I cried all day. But I tried to be thankful that I wasn't the emergency that caused the cancellation. Try to take your mind off it somehow. Me, I watched documentaries about the... Read more.

Paul Lebel

2 years ago (January 18, 2024)

Yeah... after all the anticipation. Bummer.

Richard Munson

2 years ago (January 18, 2024)

That stinks. Not like its a dentist appointment

Pamela Gregory

2 years ago (January 18, 2024)

Sorry to hear about the delay, but as Rose said it sure is nice to know if you were having an emergency that you would be bumped to the head of the line.

Jennifer Fuller

2 years ago (January 18, 2024)

That happened to me as well. I was oddly disappointed! The day will arrive soon enough!

Susan Lynn

2 years ago (January 18, 2024)

I wouldn't have been thrilled to have mine postponed, but everything happens for a reason. As others have noted, be glad you're not the emergency case that prompted the rescheduling of your surgery. Hang in there! ❤️

C W

2 years ago (January 18, 2024)

Mine was postponed as well… I found it hard to begrudge anyone — I was very happy for the person who was getting a new heart. I may have done a lot of displacement activity online shopping that week, though.

John Foreman

2 years ago (January 18, 2024)

Thank you all my warrior friends. My wife and I both say thank goodness I'm not the emergency. My wife and I both didn't go to work today. We were both just emotionally spent. We went to IKEA to help fill the day. We'll go to work tomorrow to keep... Read more.

John Foreman posted an update

2 years ago (December 1, 2023)

My update and a few questions. My valve replacements are scheduled for January 18th. Pre-op is January 10th. My dentist has already signed off that everything is ok for the surgery. I've been walking about 3 1/2 miles 5-6 days a week. I've lost 15 pounds so far and I... Read more.

Robert Miller

2 years ago (December 1, 2023)

Great job!! There were a bunch of posts with people posting delicious meals. @Adam was contemplating maybe creating a book about meals. I am not sure this will ever happen (it's a lot of work) but you can search to forum. And of course consult with google. I am sure... Read more.

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Rita Savelis

2 years ago (December 2, 2023)

It sounds like you are doing very well John. Congratulations. Eat everything but in moderation. Have regular meals but not snacks. Drink water rather than soda. Best of luck in 2024 and with your heart valve surgery.

Richard Munson

2 years ago (December 2, 2023)

Heart healthy meals are the way to go. But i still think the word is moderation. You don't want to turn into a head of lettuce either. Maybe healthy lifestyle is the answer. I still enjoy a dis Yahoo | Mail, Weather, Search, Politics, News, Finance, Sports & Videos (... Read more.

Marie Myers

2 years ago (December 2, 2023)

It was suggested to me to increase my protein intake before and after surgery to aid healing, so I added whey protein to my smoothies. Sounds like you are doing very well in your prep time. Remember it is a marathon, not a sprint. Keep up the good work!

Deena Z

2 years ago (December 2, 2023)

Consistency is important, John as well as what Rita, Richard and Marie said. Consistency meaning that you keep what you are doing right now going forward after the surgery.

Grace Mason

2 years ago (December 2, 2023)

Sounds like you are making good choices in changes you have made already John. That is great, as is all the advice relayed before. I was also told by my team to increase my protein post surgery to aid in healing.

John Foreman

2 years ago (December 3, 2023)

Thanks everyone for the positive comments. I'm sure I'll be asking more questions the closer I get to my surgery date. Any advice is always welcomed. Thanks, John

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