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Fay Kozas posted a note for Joan that says:

Hi Joan, -I admire you for your strength and perseverance and I am so happy that you are now on the road to total recovery! Just put one foot in front of the ...Read more

Hi Joan, -I admire you for your strength and perseverance and I am so happy that you are now on the road to total recovery! Just put one foot in front of the other and take it one day at a time. Soon, you will look back and it will seem like a dream. And, thank you for everything you have done for all your patients.

Lenore Mitchell Hi Joan - from one nurse to another ... I understand how different it is being on the other side of t ... Read more

Lenore Mitchell Hi Joan - from one nurse to another ... I understand how different it is being on the other side of things! Had my mitral valve repair back in 2015, but will never forget the months leading up to surgery, the what ifs, the worry. And here you are with not just one, but two surgeries! Here’s to your continued recovery. Great that you were up so soon. I’ll follow along and wish you well. Virtual hugs!

Joan Hibo Thanks Lenore. Being in the other side of the spectrum was different. I am taking it one day at a tim ... Read more

Joan Hibo Thanks Lenore. Being in the other side of the spectrum was different. I am taking it one day at a time

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Lenore Mitchell Hi Joan - checking in to see how you’re doing. Glad you’re on the road to recovery. It varies day ... Read more

Lenore Mitchell Hi Joan - checking in to see how you’re doing. Glad you’re on the road to recovery. It varies day to day, you’re so right about that. Give yourself time - the post op phase is a sort of oasis where you can just listen to your body, rest when you need to and move more when you can. I really enjoyed coloring in one of the adult coloring books, using colored pencils (easier to control than crayons) but its very relaxing and calming to fill spaces with whatever hue happens to appeal at that moment. In some ways, having surgery is a bit easier being a nurse and yet in other ways it’s more challenging because you know too much. Anyhow, take it easy and keep going. I’ll check in with you every now and again. This is such a crazy year, which adds to the stress, but when things get to you, remember to place yourself in your very own oasis as much as you can!

Lenore Mitchell Forgot to add - virtual hugs!🤗

Joan Hibo Hi Lenore, I have been taking it one step at a time. I'm glad I'm able to walk for 2 miles now and fo ... Read more

Joan Hibo Hi Lenore, I have been taking it one step at a time. I'm glad I'm able to walk for 2 miles now and focusing on my time on that. A little challenge on myself, but I don't overdo it. You are right about listening to your body. What matters right now is to heal well and keep moving. What is funny right now is that I do not miss work in the ICU. I guess, being confined in that unit for almost a month did it. You stay safe and virtual hugs to you too!

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1617 days ago

Shae Habersham posted a note for Joan that says:

Joan, you are such a warrior. I am in awe of your strength and the power of your body. I know you are tired, but yet you continue to fight. You give me so much ...Read more

Joan, you are such a warrior. I am in awe of your strength and the power of your body. I know you are tired, but yet you continue to fight. You give me so much inspiration. I have had a mitral valve replacement and my tricuspid valve was repaired, but will need additional work. I tried to block it out, but it might be a replacement. If and when that happens, I will remember that immense amount if strength. I know that it is not all puppies, unicorns, and rainbows, but I know on those down difficult days you still are facing them with grace. That is what gives me hope. Get well soon, feel better, and keep fighting. THANK YOU!!

Joan Hibo Shae, give me a heads up when you will be needing additional workup. You being the survivor also of a ... Read more

Joan Hibo Shae, give me a heads up when you will be needing additional workup. You being the survivor also of a valve replacement will do fine. I think the steps we all went through has made us stronger individuals. Thanks you for your wonderful words of encouragement and vibes.

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1617 days ago

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Kimberly Eisenhut posted a note for Joan that says:

Joan, Thinking of you today and praying for a speedy recovery 😊💖 Stay strong and take one step at a time! Best wishes always , Kim

Mark Haden I will be having aortic valve replacement by the end of the year. I have no CAD. I do have some confu ... Read more

Mark Haden I will be having aortic valve replacement by the end of the year. I have no CAD. I do have some confusion on my knowledge of echos and bicuspid valves. I thought this congenital condition made itself known at a young age. I am 67 and my murmur was discovered eight years ago. I have had five echos and my doc never said anything about the type of valve. I will have more tests before surgery or TAVR, and those docs are saying they can’t tell what kind of valve I gave from conventional echo, They will do a TEE soon to get a better picture. Has anyone has this experience?

Joan Hibo Wait for your TEE. It is a better picture than an echocardiogram. They can definitely view if the val ... Read more

Joan Hibo Wait for your TEE. It is a better picture than an echocardiogram. They can definitely view if the valve is due for repair or replacement and they can pinpoint which valve also.

Joan Hibo Wait for your TEE. It is a better picture than an echocardiogram. They can definitely view if the val ... Read more

Joan Hibo Wait for your TEE. It is a better picture than an echocardiogram. They can definitely view if the valve is due for repair or replacement and they can pinpoint which valve also.

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1617 days ago

James Conway posted a note for Joan that says:

Joan ,James Conway here from London ,England. Please accept my very best wishes for what I hope will be a speedy and complete recovery. You have showed simply ...Read more

Joan ,James Conway here from London ,England. Please accept my very best wishes for what I hope will be a speedy and complete recovery. You have showed simply enormous courage more than I think I ever could have. I am in the 30 th week of my recovery from am Aortic Heart valve replacement and CABG X 4 Reading Adams blog helped me immensely. All the very best to you and may i say recognise that beautiful lovely feeling of returning to sleep in my own bed.

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1627 days ago

Diane Barnett posted a note for Joan that says:

Hi Joan, Sorry to hear of your second surgery. My thoughts and prayers with you every day.

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1629 days ago

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Susan Lynn posted a note for Joan that says:

Joan - Wishing you all the best, tomorrow! You're going to feel so much better in the days and weeks to come. We'll be waiting to read your good news! ...Read more

Joan - Wishing you all the best, tomorrow! You're going to feel so much better in the days and weeks to come. We'll be waiting to read your good news! ❤

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1645 days ago

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Diane Barnett posted a note for Joan that says:

Thinking about you my friend ❤❤ Wishing a speedy recovery.

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1648 days ago

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Ceny posted a note for Joan that says:

I’m happy to hear that your surgery went well & now you’re awake! Yehay welcome back 🥰🙏

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1649 days ago

Tim posted a note for Joan that says:

Hey Joan we are all rooting for you! Hurry up and get better soon the next taco is on me. XOXO

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1649 days ago

Victoria Baker posted a note for Joan that says:

Praying for you, Joan. We will all be thinking of you and all of the providers who are caring for you. Stay strong.

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1649 days ago

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Vanni posted a note for Joan that says:

Praying for a successful heart surgery. Be strong and stay positive. You got this..... and praying for all the people who will be taking care of you.

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1649 days ago

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Ceny posted a note for Joan that says:

You’re in good hands. So just as how you’ve lived your life - stay positive and enjoy the rest for a few weeks. Allow yourself to be pampered for a change. ...Read more

You’re in good hands. So just as how you’ve lived your life - stay positive and enjoy the rest for a few weeks. Allow yourself to be pampered for a change. And be taken cared. of by someone else. We’re praying for you ❤️❤️❤️

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1649 days ago

Susan Lynn posted a note for Joan that says:

Joan - Sending you good wishes and positive thoughts! We look forward to hearing from you! You're going to do just great!

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1649 days ago

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Inday Em posted a note for Joan that says:

You got this gurl! A lot of us will be praying for a successful surgery and speedy recovery. All the valves and blood vessels of that wonderful heart ❤️ ...Read more

You got this gurl! A lot of us will be praying for a successful surgery and speedy recovery. All the valves and blood vessels of that wonderful heart ❤️ will be totally fixed ready to enjoy loving being loved for the rest of this precious life. God is always with you.🙏🏼❤️

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1651 days ago

Darrin Vohs posted a note for Joan that says:

Best wishes on your upcoming surgery Joan. I hope you are soon doing your nature hikes without stopping to catch your breath and just stopping to admire the ...Read more

Best wishes on your upcoming surgery Joan. I hope you are soon doing your nature hikes without stopping to catch your breath and just stopping to admire the scenery.

Joan Hibo Thank You, Darrin. I did live those 3 weeks as normally as I can.

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1670 days ago

Hello Joan and welcome. Are you having your surgery at Eisenhower? Praying for a successful and speedy recovery. Blessings

Joan Hibo No Anna, Ill be having it at UCLA.

Great choice, I had mine at Keck USC. BLESSINGS!

Joan Hibo Thank You Anna. I was actually choosing between Keck and UCLA. But much that Im a Trojan, fate sent m ... Read more

Joan Hibo Thank You Anna. I was actually choosing between Keck and UCLA. But much that Im a Trojan, fate sent me to Dr Shemin. I hope you are doing well . T hank you for the Blessing.

Joan Hibo Thank You Anna. I was actually choosing between Keck and UCLA. But much that Im a Trojan, fate sent m ... Read more

Joan Hibo Thank You Anna. I was actually choosing between Keck and UCLA. But much that Im a Trojan, fate sent me to Dr Shemin. I hope you are doing well . T hank you for the Blessing.

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1671 days ago

Hello Joan, wishing you a successful surgery and speedy recovery. Will be praying for you, Blessings

Joan Hibo Thank You Ana.

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1671 days ago

Cathy Moseley posted a note for Joan that says:

Hi, I'll be interested in following your story because I too had rheumatic fever but I was 10 at the time. I had my aortic valve replaced at age 43 and next ...Read more

Hi, I'll be interested in following your story because I too had rheumatic fever but I was 10 at the time. I had my aortic valve replaced at age 43 and next week will talk to the surgeon about options for my mitral valve. I'm almost 70 now but have excellent exercise tolerance. The symptoms like you're having just popped up about 6 months ago. My first surgery totally changed my life for the better.Hopefully you'll be back to doing all your regular activities soon! Good luck!

Joan Hibo I Really hope so Cathy and Thank You. I have a follow-up appt on Sept 8 regarding the choice of valve ... Read more

Joan Hibo I Really hope so Cathy and Thank You. I have a follow-up appt on Sept 8 regarding the choice of valves. Im agonizing over mechanical or tissue valve and I really don't want anticoagulants for the rest of my life. I'll keep you updated.

Cathy Moseley I've been on coumadin for 27 years. I do a finger stick test every month but go more often if my numb ... Read more

Cathy Moseley I've been on coumadin for 27 years. I do a finger stick test every month but go more often if my number is too high or low. I'm a huge veggie eater and the medicine has been adjusted accordingly. I'll be reading your updates.

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