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Diagnosis: Mitral Regurgitation

Member Since: December 3, 2016

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Kathy Blank posted an update
4 months ago (February 10, 2026)
9 years ago while I was undergoing robotic MV repair, this is what my daughters were doing in the waiting room! I would NOT have approached surgery with confidence without this incredible community of heart brothers and sisters. Knowledge is power and I am so thankful for this incredible community... Read more.
Aww❤️! Daughters are wonderful. My daughter spent a couple of nights with me in the hospital. She was amazing too❤️!
It's wonderful having supportive children who are now incredible supportive adults- they always remember my heart valve anniversary! How long ago was your surgery, Pamela?
Daughters are the best. Happy anniversary Kathy. 🙏❤️
My 2 daughters are great, i am so lucky but i also have a fabulous son as well. You get back what you put in.
Yes Richard- my daughters were amazing and my two sons were also incredible- they took turns staying with me during recovery and were a huge help! It's all worth it as a parent- so true!
Thank you Ana and Susan! I can't wait to celebrate #10 anniversary! ❤️❤️
Happy anniversary, Kathy! Thank you so much for all your support and encouragement. You are the best!!!
Candy- once you are on the recovery side- you can pay it forward to others! You have a great attitude and are going to be a rock star in recovery!❤️😘
Hi Kathy. So great to hear your doing well. Go Class of 2017!
Yeah Civita! Class of 2017 still going strong! How are you! I so enjoyed meeting you and our heart brothers and sisters from 2017! This community made ALL the difference!😘😘
I'm well. Thank the Lord. Still ticking away. Just retired and will hopefully continue traveling that I love so much. We've been given time so we need to enjoy!
Kathy Blank posted a photo
4 months ago (January 26, 2026)
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Kathy Blank posted an update
2 years ago (February 8, 2024)
7 years ago today- I had successful MV repair! SO very thankful for this community! I am doing great but ironically- today I went to my arrhythmia specialist to get a 7 day monitor due to pvc's. Looks like the pvc's were due to low estrogen so am on HRT.... Read more.
Happy Anniversary Kathy! I remember reading your journal as I was preparing for my own surgery in 2017. Glad to hear things are under control!!
Happy Valversary Kathy! 🎉🎈🎊 2/21/24 will be my 1 year.
So wonderful reconnecting with you Marie and Rose! Hope you both are doing well! Dan- year 1 is a BIG milestone! YAY!
Hi Kathy its been a while since I've seen you post. Happy Anniversary.. Im right behind you!
Kathy - That's interesting. I didn't know low estrogen could cause PVCs. Hope yours are quickly resolved with your treatment. Best of luck - please keep us posted. Happy Anniversary! The Class of 2017 rules! ❤️

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