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Deb Lewis posted a note for Don that says:

Thinking of you and hope you are experiencing the relief that the worst is behind you.

Don L Thanks Deb.

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Michael Meyer posted a note for Don that says:

Don: Hope you are out of ICU and in your room recovering and sitting up. Have a good night's rest. Michael

Don L Thanks again Michael for ALL of your advice and support! very helpful.

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Alex Sagan posted a note for Don that says:

Good luck, Don, and hope you are back on your bike soon!

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Jim Harvey posted a note for Don that says:

Don, I hope you are feeling well and through the operation safely! I am also severe MVP with enlarged LV. My surgery is April 9, although OHS, not robotic. ...Read more

Don, I hope you are feeling well and through the operation safely! I am also severe MVP with enlarged LV. My surgery is April 9, although OHS, not robotic.

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Bonnie Stone-Hope posted a note for Don that says:

Best wishes for a successful surgery this week. Looking forward to reading your post surgery posts.

Don L Thanks Bonnie....I plan to do so. Tomorrow is pre-op testing.

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Michael Meyer posted a note for Don that says:

Don: See you on the board this week. Enjoy the rest of the weekend and wish you a quick, and pain-free recovery. Michael

Don L Thanks Michael!

Kathy Blank You are going to do great Don. THHBP and Dr. Smith will make sure of that. I am SO glad he did my sur ... Read more

Kathy Blank You are going to do great Don. THHBP and Dr. Smith will make sure of that. I am SO glad he did my surgery and you will be recovering before you know it!

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John Watson posted a note for Don that says:

Don, My experience at Baylor heart hospital can only be described as exceptional. Every person was informative and patient. My mother may have to get a pacemaker ...Read more

Don, My experience at Baylor heart hospital can only be described as exceptional. Every person was informative and patient. My mother may have to get a pacemaker and after watching and interacting with my nurses she has decided on the same hospital. The food was good the care was excellent. My surgeon visited me personally at least once a day during my stay. I have no doubt you will be pleased with your decision.

Kathy Blank Agree one hundred percent! Besides the exception care and quality medical team the fact that you stay ... Read more

Kathy Blank Agree one hundred percent! Besides the exception care and quality medical team the fact that you stay in one beautiful guest room and the ICU comes to you is the best!! I feel so fortunate to live close to such a quality hospital like The Heart Hospital Baylor Plano!

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Carmel Power posted a note for Don that says:

Hi Don. I have been told I have Barlow’s and that it is very repairable. I’m also having it done robotically. It’s taken me through much research and ...Read more

Hi Don. I have been told I have Barlow’s and that it is very repairable. I’m also having it done robotically. It’s taken me through much research and doctor visits to get to this point. Hope all goes well for you.

Don L Hi Carmel, thank you for your response. Yes, sounds like we are very similar. I am in feeling great ... Read more

Don L Hi Carmel, thank you for your response. Yes, sounds like we are very similar. I am in feeling great as well, which makes the decisions even tougher! The flail leaflet with Barlow does put us at higher risk of another leaflet snapping and potential heart failure. Much higher risk than surgery itself over time. Very high likelihood of repair according to surgeon, with a strong recommendation of mechanical as a backup plan given my age at soon to be 51. The high volume of mitral valve repairs with Robot by surgeon I think is an important factor. Now that I have my date it's very strange to wrap my head around but really trust my surgeon.

Carmel Power Hi Don. When is your operation? I’m still toying with the backup of either tissue or mechanical. I ... Read more

Carmel Power Hi Don. When is your operation? I’m still toying with the backup of either tissue or mechanical. I’m very active so don’t want that compromised by a mechanical valve. However, not sure about more surgery.... anyway, I’m going to surgery on 16 Feb; yes feel anxious but know it needs to be done. Also feel I have the best surgeon in Melbourne, Australia. He has lots of mitral valve and robotic experience. All the very best with your operation and recovery.

Don L Hi Carmel, I am scheduled for March 21. I like our odds of repair (>95%) under the hands of an expe ... Read more

Don L Hi Carmel, I am scheduled for March 21. I like our odds of repair (>95%) under the hands of an experienced surgeon, and even more so with more degrees of freedom with Robotic approach. My surgeon was not concerned at all about my returning to play hockey, bike, run, etc in the event valve could not be repaired. Have you seen information that shows activity would be reduced? All the best for your operation/recovery as well, and it is great that we have this forum to share what is understandably a very anxious pre-surgery time. (ALL I have heard from say this is always the worst part of the process!)

Carmel Power Hi Don. It is my understanding that you bleed more if you are on blood thinners and therefore playing ... Read more

Carmel Power Hi Don. It is my understanding that you bleed more if you are on blood thinners and therefore playing sports would come with added risks. I’ve broken both my shoulders so am a ittle concerned about this drug! Speaking to my surgeon, robotic surgery is easier to get over but comes with different pain to a sternotomy.Hopefully, it’s all short lived. All the best. C