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“Rock From the Heart for Aortic Health” Event Announced for February 7 & 8

By Adam Pick on October 12, 2019

Woo-Whoo!  I’m excited to share that Amy and Pete Johnson are putting on the 2nd “Rock From the Heart for Aortic Health” event next February 7-8 in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

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Patient Advice to a Doctor?

By Adam Pick on September 6, 2019

As heart disease patients, we receive advice – from our friends, from our family and, most importantly, from our medical team.

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Why Did 50 Patients Get a Standing Ovation at “Patient Experience 2019” at Edwards Lifesciences?

By Adam Pick on August 6, 2019 - This blog is sponsored by Edwards Lifesciences.

Something special recently happened!  More than 50 patients and their care partners traveled to Edwards Lifesciences, a leading heart valve manufacturer in Irvine, California, to meet each other, to share their stories and drive helpful insights for Edwards, and to inspire action within our community – the heart valve patient community.

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“Every Heartbeat Matters” to Impact 1.5 Million Underserved People! Go Amanda!

By Adam Pick on June 5, 2019

I love hearing about great people at responsible companies doing extraordinary things!

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Yum! A Healthy Lemon & Herb Rotisserie Chicken Recipe!

By Adam Pick on May 16, 2019

I don’t know about you… But, I can’t leave Costco without getting a hot rotisserie chicken.  And, it’s not just Costco. I’m into all types of rotisserie chicken from different grocery stores and ethnic restaurants.  I simply love the taste and different flavors.

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My Thoughts & Prayers Are With Mick Jagger!

By Adam Pick on April 1, 2019

Today, I learned that Mick Jagger, lead singer of The Rolling Stones, will undergo heart valve replacement surgery in the very near future.  As a result of his condition, Jagger and The Rolling Stones have postponed their upcoming tour in the United States.

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True or False: Dogs Reduce the Deadly Risks of Heart Disease

By Adam Pick on March 28, 2019

As a first-time puppy owner, I’m simply in love with Bodie, our 18-month old Goldendoodle.  And… It’s not just me.  Robyn, my wife, and Ethan, my son, are obsessed with our furry friend.  Bodie has become such a fun and important part of our family.

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Free Patient eBook: Advances in Mitral Valve Therapy

By Adam Pick on March 25, 2019

Great news!  The patient response to our recent webinar, “Advances in Mitral Valve Therapy”, was extraordinary. Hosted by Dr. Clyde Yancy, the immediate Past-President of the American Heart Association, and Dr. Charles Davidson, the Professor of Cardiology at Northwestern Medicine, this live 60-minute session connected patients from all over the world in real-time to discuss mitral valve disease, heart failure and the newest technologies and clinical trials helping patients.

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Now That’s A License Plate!

By Adam Pick on February 21, 2019

To whomever is driving this car around Los Angeles, California,

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Let’s Go Red for Women!

By Adam Pick on February 1, 2019

If you didn’t know, American Heart Month kicked off today.  To get things going, February 1 is always National Wear Red Day in support of the “Go Red for Women” campaign.  The goal of this awesome day is to raise awareness to heart disease and unite communities that are fighting for the eradication of heart disease and stroke.

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“Ask Adam Anything” Videos from Facebook LIVE Just Posted!

By Adam Pick on October 15, 2018

In case you missed it…  Our first “Ask Adam Anything” video series on Facebook LIVE was amazing!!!  So many great questions.  So many great answers! To educate and empower you, I just posted the videos with Drs. Bolling, McCarthy and Roselli below, in our Videos section, and in our YouTube channel.

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Ask Adam Anything Live at The Heart Valve Summit!

By Adam Pick on October 9, 2018

You’ve got questions!  Let me get the answers!

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Get Your Questions Answered on Facebook Live at the Heart Valve Summit!!!

By Adam Pick on October 8, 2018

Great News Everybody!  This Thursday, HeartValveSurgery.com will host our first Facebook Live event.  During the live broadcast, YOU CAN ASK YOUR QUESTIONS to the world’s leading surgeons and cardiologists at the Heart Valve Summit in Chicago.

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