Susan Lynn
7 years ago (September 13, 2018)
Coolest profile picture - EVER! Is that a post-op pose?
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Diagnosis: Mitral Regurgitation
Member Since: May 3, 2018
Member Since: May 3, 2018
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Tammy Seigel
7 years ago (September 20, 2018)
Thank you! This was a pre-surgical pose. I used back bends to open my chest before surgery and forward bends to heal on the other side. Yoga also helped with post-surgical pleural effusion. At almost 4 months post surgery, I have been able to do inversions and some backbends, but... Read more.
Tammy Seigel posted an update
8 years ago (May 3, 2018)
Surgery for my MV repair at Northwestern with Dr. McCarthy is in one month. Just want to thank Adam and all of you for teaching me through your stories. This community has been a vital resource!
8 years ago (May 3, 2018)
Hi Tammy, Sending best wishes for an easy surgery on and gentle recovery. I am scheduled for surgery on the same day, but I will be in Houston.
8 years ago (May 3, 2018)
Hi Tammy, No need to thank me. It's a gift to be of service to you during your journey to a healthy heart. So.... THANK YOU! Fyi, you are in the best of hands with Dr. McCarthy and and the Northwestern team! https://www.heart-valve-surgery.com/surgeons/dr-Patrick-McCarthy-Chicago-Illinois.php
8 years ago (May 3, 2018)
Hi Tammy
Dr. McCarthy is an excellent surgeon and the staff at Northwestern is superb. You are in excellent hands.
8 years ago (May 3, 2018)
I will be having surgery with Dr. McCarthy on May 31st. Mitral valve repair and maze surgery.
8 years ago (May 3, 2018)
Dr. McCarthy did a superb job on me.
8 years ago (June 3, 2018)
Hi Tammy, best wishes on a successful surgery and smooth recovery. Mine is on June 11, in NY with Dr. Sloane Guy.
8 years ago (June 5, 2018)
Hi Tammy, sending thoughts and prayers your way today! You will do great!!
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