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Patrick Hightower posted an update
1 year ago (April 25, 2025)
Heart valve surgery ( Mitral) at Cleveland Clinic with Dr. A Marc Gillinov on May 14th. I have been a patient there for almost 16 years, since a mitral and tricuspid valve restoration and maze procedure. Time for a valve job! My amazing cardiologist Dr Brian Griffin also with me... Read more.
❤️ 🥰 Pamela Gregory and Kimberly Eisenhut reacted to this
1 year ago (April 25, 2025)
I had the same surgery as you Oct 2023. I will certainly check in on you. You are in good hands obviously. Love your attitude.
1 year ago (April 25, 2025)
There is very little loyalty in healthcare in today's world. Nor universal excellence. That is why many of us travel to places like Cleveland Clinic or Mt Sinai from far and wide for cardiac surgery !
1 year ago (April 25, 2025)
Guess what, there is very little loyalty anywhere. I know i can depend on my wife, kids and dog. Beyond that forget it.
1 year ago (April 26, 2025)
Agree with Richard on this.
1 year ago (April 27, 2025)
I agree with you. I think that is necessary to put the confidence in somebody, and particularly in health troubles, Loyalty is important. Doctors team know your medical record and you have your X rays and other tests in a same place. The best thing would be for them to... Read more.

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