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Diagnosis: Mitral Regurgitation

Member Since: May 3, 2018

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Tammy Seigel posted a photo
7 years ago (September 12, 2018)
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Coolest profile picture - EVER! Is that a post-op pose?
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!
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.
Hi Tammy Dr. McCarthy is an excellent surgeon and the staff at Northwestern is superb. You are in excellent hands.
I will be having surgery with Dr. McCarthy on May 31st. Mitral valve repair and maze surgery.
Hi Tammy, best wishes on a successful surgery and smooth recovery. Mine is on June 11, in NY with Dr. Sloane Guy.
Hi Tammy, sending thoughts and prayers your way today! You will do great!!

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