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Diagnosis: Mitral Regurgitation, Mitral Stenosis

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Ken Ferber posted an update
4 years ago (October 6, 2021)
Sorry I was so delayed in providing an update. I had my surgery on August 26. My mitral valve was so far gone, it literally came off in one piece with just a nudge from the surgeon. Had a mechanical mitral valve inserted, and am presently going through the process... Read more.
👍 Susan Lynn and Patsy Stewart reacted to this
4 years ago (October 6, 2021)
So thankful for your post! Sounds like you were blessed that they did the surgery when they did. That's totally amazing that the valve came off like that, and also a very scary thought. I hope you continue to progress uneventfully with your recovery, and sail through cardiac rehab with... Read more.
4 years ago (October 6, 2021)
Glad to hear you are well on the road of recovery!
4 years ago (October 6, 2021)
Great news, Ken! Welcome to recovery! Enjoy cardiac rehab! ❤
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Anonymous
4 years ago (October 7, 2021)
Wow Ken, congratulations! I have not stopped praying for you and now I'm glad you posted. Glad all is going well for you and wish you continued good health and smooth recovery.
4 years ago (October 7, 2021)
Great news Ken and great feeling to have to all over with!! yay.
Ken Ferber posted an update
4 years ago (August 17, 2021)
Thanks to Adam!
Ken Ferber posted an update
4 years ago (August 17, 2021)
The surgery is all set! Well, I have my surgery date. Thursday, August 26 at UCLA. Chief of Cardiac and Thoracic Surgery Dr. Richard Shemin will be doing the honors. In addition to the mitral valve replacement (with mechanical valve), he will be performing a double bypass. Could not ask... Read more.
👍 Rose Madura and Dan Baltazor reacted to this
4 years ago (August 17, 2021)
Good for you, Ken! The goal is in sight! You've selected a top surgeon and world-class facility; you'll be putting your procedure in the rearview mirror, soon, You've got this!
4 years ago (August 17, 2021)
That's great. It is such a great feeling to have complete faith in your Heart Team
4 years ago (August 19, 2021)
Good luck Ken, you will do great!