Yesterday was two months since my surgery! I switched from cardiac rehab to Zumba (lots more fun, and it's a great workout).
Bob Santospago Don should be doing a little Zumba with you. Are you still clogging?
Toni Dunmire You are amazing! So happy you are doing so well.
Roxanne Baumgartner Yes, still clogging - had a performance last week! And NO, Don will not clog! I coerced him into ta ... Read more
Roxanne Baumgartner Yes, still clogging - had a performance last week! And NO, Don will not clog! I coerced him into taking polka lessons with me several years ago and I swore I'd never do that to to him again :-)
Congrats on your two month recovery anniversary Roxanne!
My two month anniversary is today.
Glad y ... Read more
Congrats on your two month recovery anniversary Roxanne!
My two month anniversary is today.
Glad you're doing well and I wish you continued success in your recovery.
Happy Zumba dancing!
It's been a while since I posted. Tomorrow will be 5 weeks since the surgery! The recovery has been good, all things considered, and at my 10 day recheck ...Read more
It's been a while since I posted. Tomorrow will be 5 weeks since the surgery! The recovery has been good, all things considered, and at my 10 day recheck I got permission to drive and dance :-) I started cardiac rehab a few weeks ago, but had to put that on hold last week when I came down with a fever and a nasty cold/cough. Chest x-rays showed minimal patchy pneumonia. I am glad I had a minimally invasive incision, as coughing was really not painful. Antibiotics have helped greatly, and I feel 90% back to normal (whatever that is).
A post-op bucket list item checked off today: walked to church and sang in the choir!
You go girl!
And I bet you sounded great belting out the praises of God from a newly repaired heart! ... Read more
You go girl!
And I bet you sounded great belting out the praises of God from a newly repaired heart!
Proud of you.
Life really does take on new meaning after having open heart surgery.
Best wishes to you Roxanne!
And Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family!
Toni Dunmire Good for you, you are the Star! So happy you are home and feeling well.
See you tomorrow.
Paul Schmidt Called you yesterday (the 24th) but I guess you were either in church or at Doris'. So glad you're u ... Read more
Paul Schmidt Called you yesterday (the 24th) but I guess you were either in church or at Doris'. So glad you're up and doin' it!
About 3 hours ago the a-fib went away and I am now in normal sinus rhythm. God is good! Took my first walk around the ward and am gearing up now to take another ...Read more
About 3 hours ago the a-fib went away and I am now in normal sinus rhythm. God is good! Took my first walk around the ward and am gearing up now to take another before dinner.
Susan Lynn Great news, Roxanne! Keep on walking. 🚶♀️❤
Adam Pick Fantastic Roxanne!!! That is great to hear. For those dealing with Afib after surgery, here's a vide ... Read more
https://www.Heart-Valve-Surgery.com - Learn important facts about atrial fibrillation (Afib) after heart surgery from Dr. Marc Gillinov, Chair of Cardiac Sur...
Toni Dunmire So happy to hear you are doing better. The a-fib must have been scary.
Continue to heal. Hugs and p ... Read more
Toni Dunmire So happy to hear you are doing better. The a-fib must have been scary.
Continue to heal. Hugs and prayers, Toni
Well, I was able to keep down last night’s dinner (yay), so I’m hoping the nausea’s resolved. This morning my HR is fast (up to 157 or so) and I am ...Read more
Well, I was able to keep down last night’s dinner (yay), so I’m hoping the nausea’s resolved. This morning my HR is fast (up to 157 or so) and I am in a-fib, so they will start treating for that.
Toni Dunmire Oh dear ! I am thinking of you and in constant prayer for your healing.
Hope the A-fib is resolved q ... Read more
Toni Dunmire Oh dear ! I am thinking of you and in constant prayer for your healing.
Hope the A-fib is resolved quickly.
Bob Santospago So good to hear you are feeling better. I was reading that ginger is a great relief with Nausea. A ... Read more
Bob Santospago So good to hear you are feeling better. I was reading that ginger is a great relief with Nausea. A good ginger ale would help a lot. Something like Vernors or even a better brand.
The actual valve replacement experience has been “a piece of cake”, but have been tormented by persistent, dreadful nausea. It can be calmed, for a few ...Read more
The actual valve replacement experience has been “a piece of cake”, but have been tormented by persistent, dreadful nausea. It can be calmed, for a few hours, with Zofran (in addition to a couple of other meds, whose names I can not remember), but it invariably returns *before* I’m eligible for another dose. M-I-S-E-R-A-B-L-E!! If not for that, I would have trouble thinking of anything to complain about.
Toni Dunmire So sorry to hear about the nausea. That’s miserable ! I’m glad I can finally
Respond to your ... Read more
Toni Dunmire So sorry to hear about the nausea. That’s miserable ! I’m glad I can finally
Respond to your messages. I sure couldn’t figure it out before. Take care. Will pray specifically about the nausea. Help is on its’ way! Hugs, Toni
Catie B So sorry this is going on for you. I suffered nausea the whole time I was in the hospital and off an ... Read more
Catie B So sorry this is going on for you. I suffered nausea the whole time I was in the hospital and off and on for probably two weeks after release. They tried out all their different meds--dumped them in my IV every few hours. Hope you feel better soon.
I’m dictating this to my husband, so don’t blame me for what finally comes out...
I’m still in ICU, but not for much longer - so they tell me. Chest ...Read more
I’m dictating this to my husband, so don’t blame me for what finally comes out...
I’m still in ICU, but not for much longer - so they tell me. Chest tube just came out, and with it a significant amount of discomfort. Progress! So far, the whole process has gone smoothly, and I happily anticipate getting home, and back to normal very quickly. Inexpressible thanks to everyone for prayers and good wishes. More later.
Catie B Wonderful news, Roxanne! 'Tis a huge relief to get the chest tubes out! Keep healing and getting st ... Read more
Catie B Wonderful news, Roxanne! 'Tis a huge relief to get the chest tubes out! Keep healing and getting stronger...
Bob Santospago Roxanne, you are not supposed to tell me of any discomfort. I will not show up for my operation if I ... Read more
Bob Santospago Roxanne, you are not supposed to tell me of any discomfort. I will not show up for my operation if I think there will be discomfort. Great to hear you will be home before you know it. Don has vowed to wait on you hand and foot so take your time recovering! Milk it! Didn't we learn about that in the Army?
Rob Sparling The chest tube removal is when I first became comfortable sleeping and taking full, deep breaths! We ... Read more
Rob Sparling The chest tube removal is when I first became comfortable sleeping and taking full, deep breaths! Well done! Hopefully the worst is behind you! 👍
Dan Vechiola Way to go Roxeanne! Each day gets better and better. Keep marching forward every day. Make sure yo ... Read more
Dan Vechiola Way to go Roxeanne! Each day gets better and better. Keep marching forward every day. Make sure you impress those therapists. They hold the key to your discharge ;-)
Susan Lynn Excellent news, Roxanne!!! So happy to read your post and know that you're right on track for an exp ... Read more
Susan Lynn Excellent news, Roxanne!!! So happy to read your post and know that you're right on track for an expeditious recovery. Thanks for keeping us up to date!
Paul Schmidt O frabjous day! Callooh! Callay!' we chortle at your outcome. We love you both more than you can ima ... Read more
Paul Schmidt O frabjous day! Callooh! Callay!' we chortle at your outcome. We love you both more than you can imagine.
Paul Howarth im so happy for you. it sounds like you doing very well. i hope you get home soon. please keep us upd ... Read more
Paul Howarth im so happy for you. it sounds like you doing very well. i hope you get home soon. please keep us updated if you can. my procedure was postponed because the hospital had a higher priority case that needed the vacs. operating room.
Just finished up a day-long series of tests and appointments here at CC, and all the tests were fine - bloodwork is perfect and the CAT scan was fine (aorta ...Read more
Just finished up a day-long series of tests and appointments here at CC, and all the tests were fine - bloodwork is perfect and the CAT scan was fine (aorta is ok). So the last appointment was to meet with Dr. Johnston. He will be performing a mini-thoracotomy, and implanting an Inspiris Resilia valve (yay - that’s what I wanted!). Exciting! Don will post to the journal when I come out of surgery.
Susan Lynn Excellent news, Roxanne! Sounds like you're completely prepared. Wishing you all the best! You ... Read more
Susan Lynn Excellent news, Roxanne! Sounds like you're completely prepared. Wishing you all the best! You're going to love the mini-t entry and the easy recovery. We'll be awaiting the good news from Don! ❤
Rob Sparling Good deal! Almost there! Only one more night. Looking forward to the thumbs up post!
Dan Baltazor Wishing you Peace tonight and strength for tomorrow. Stephanie
Dan Vechiola Great news and good luck tomorrow. Welcome to the Edwards Inspiris Resilia club!
Bob Santospago I know there will be nothing but great news! God is watching over Roxanne.
DH Don and I will be heading up to Cleveland this Sunday. We plan to go out to a nice breakfast, then visit the Cleveland Museum of Art. Sunday eve we'll ...Read more
DH Don and I will be heading up to Cleveland this Sunday. We plan to go out to a nice breakfast, then visit the Cleveland Museum of Art. Sunday eve we'll check into the Holiday Inn Cleveland Clinic. All Monday will be taken up by pre-op appointments. Tuesday is V-Day!
Bob Santospago I will, of course, be praying for you, Roxanne.
Catie B Best to you, Roxanne! CC is an amazing place. My care during my hospital stay was excellent!
Jill McDonald Swift, steady hands for all medical staff and strength and healing to a healthier life for you! Stay ... Read more
Jill McDonald Swift, steady hands for all medical staff and strength and healing to a healthier life for you! Stay strong and keep moving forward!
Rob Sparling Roxanne, you got this! Holiday Inn is great option, the Sunday plan is a winner and you will be in g ... Read more
Rob Sparling Roxanne, you got this! Holiday Inn is great option, the Sunday plan is a winner and you will be in great hands all the way! I bumped into my ICU nurse in the cafeteria on my six-week follow-up visit and she remembered me. They are soooo good and soooo nice. You are gonna rock this out! ❤️💪
sally Chenevey So good to hear everything is going well for you. Get all the good rest you can. Enjoy the holidays ... Read more
sally Chenevey So good to hear everything is going well for you. Get all the good rest you can. Enjoy the holidays . +Your clogging feet will be waiting
Sally
My two month anniversary is today.
Glad y ... Read more
My two month anniversary is today.
Glad you're doing well and I wish you continued success in your recovery.
Happy Zumba dancing!