I had a very successful aortic valve replacement last May 23 and my recovery was so speedy and without any incidence. I would like to be an encourager to those ...Read more
I had a very successful aortic valve replacement last May 23 and my recovery was so speedy and without any incidence. I would like to be an encourager to those heading into or recently out of OHS and I saw where you volunteer at a hospital visiting OHS patients. I’d love to do that and wondered how you went about becoming a volunteer. I remember how scared I was before the surgery and waking up with the thought of “will I ever get better”. So anything I could do to help others, that would be awesome. Thanks
Anna Jones Gib Gerlach, what a lovely thing you want to volunteer for. Thank you.
Steve Farthing One volunteer possibility is Mended Hearts. A volunteer from there visited me in the hospital in Colo ... Read more
Steve Farthing One volunteer possibility is Mended Hearts. A volunteer from there visited me in the hospital in Colorado Springs after mitral valve repair last June. Here is the website: https://mendedhearts.org/volunteer/
If you’re interested in volunteering opportunities, fill out the form below to see how you can contribute to your local community through Mended Hearts. Hospital Visitor The foundation of Mended Hearts is its hospital visiting program. Visitors, with the support of hospitals, serve heart patients. As a visitor, you are there to listen and share … Continue reading "Volunteer"
Dear Heath, about ten days out from mitral valve repair or replacement surgery; possibly more. I'm a 62 year old clinical psychologist, lots of medical-related ...Read more
Dear Heath, about ten days out from mitral valve repair or replacement surgery; possibly more. I'm a 62 year old clinical psychologist, lots of medical-related work. Rather nervous and a bit scared (I'll reframe that as excited!! Lol) I somehow found your journal and it's given me some hope and sort of an anchor point. Thanks so much. You keep getting better and better. Thanks again. Michael
Heath Knight Good luck to you, and to a speedy recovery. It will all be over before you know it and be back to nor ... Read more
Heath Knight Good luck to you, and to a speedy recovery. It will all be over before you know it and be back to normal.
Heath we are cheering you on all the way from Mississippi! You are one of the toughest people I know so I know this is going to be a breeze for you! Lots of ...Read more
Heath we are cheering you on all the way from Mississippi! You are one of the toughest people I know so I know this is going to be a breeze for you! Lots of love and prayers coming your way!!
Mark Hall You are tough. Going against all the odds from birth on, this will be one more thing you'll bust thro ... Read more
Mark Hall You are tough. Going against all the odds from birth on, this will be one more thing you'll bust through like the Hulk! My prayers for you too!
It is time, I'm from Portland and was not very symptomatic for two years but I sure noticed the difference when it was done
Heath Knight Hi Clayton. I'm from the same area, but need to have my surgery in Boston. And have problems off an ... Read more
Heath Knight Hi Clayton. I'm from the same area, but need to have my surgery in Boston. And have problems off and on throughout my 44 years. Docs say it is time, just one of those things that is hard to accept. Thanks for your concern.
Clayton Mcarthur Mine was the aortic valve and I never felt real bad, but when they showed me a picture of the thing a ... Read more
Clayton Mcarthur Mine was the aortic valve and I never felt real bad, but when they showed me a picture of the thing after surgery i was amazed. The heart is a powerful muscle :)
I know you are concerned about making the right decision and I wish so much that I had the answers for you!! That lady who responded is right, you have to trust ...Read more
I know you are concerned about making the right decision and I wish so much that I had the answers for you!! That lady who responded is right, you have to trust the doctors. I know it is not going to be easy, but you are so strong, it amazes me all the time the strength you have. I wish I could be like that!! Love you lots!!!
You have got this!! You work so hard for everything you want in life, such as the BoneFrog, Spartan races, Hurricane Heat. Just think of this as one your obstacles! ...Read more
You have got this!! You work so hard for everything you want in life, such as the BoneFrog, Spartan races, Hurricane Heat. Just think of this as one your obstacles! You train hard before, mind, and body, then in the end when its over you feel like a different person!! This may be different but you are the strongest person I know and you will get through this just like everything else you have worked so hard for!!
I love you with all my heart and I am here for you always!!!
Love Dee