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85 days ago

Richard Munson posted a note for Robert that says:

Wow, Switzerland. I never would have guessed. Your name gives no clue. Maybe von trapp but not miller. I hear its beautiful there.

Robert Miller I cheated a bit. Miller isn't my real last name. I don't want insurance companies, etc. making a prof ... Read more

Robert Miller I cheated a bit. Miller isn't my real last name. I don't want insurance companies, etc. making a profile of me based on my posts here and then negatively impact/punish/exclude/etc our children because their dad had a couple of heart surgeries. But the insurance companies, etc probably find out based on IP addresses, cookies, etc.

It's quite nice in Switzerland but California is pretty good, too. Everyone on my side of the family is back in Switzerland so we go and visit them for a couple of weeks right after Christmas. There should still be a few Christmas markets.

Richard Munson I think i might pick Switzerland over California.

J Alexander Lassally Robert ~ several years in CH here !!

Ana Brusso Richard, really the von trapp 🤣😂

Robert Miller @J Alexander Lasselly where did you come from? Any particular reason you moved to CH? I am from centr ... Read more

Robert Miller @J Alexander Lasselly where did you come from? Any particular reason you moved to CH? I am from central CH and my grandparents are from the "pre-alps" where I spend most of my school vacations helping on the farm.

Richard Munson Yes, the von trapps are legendary swiss. They discovered the hills are alive with the sound of music. ... Read more

Richard Munson Yes, the von trapps are legendary swiss. They discovered the hills are alive with the sound of music. And julie andrews is still ticking at 89. God love her.

Richard Munson Ok, what are the pre alps?

Robert Miller @richard Munson, pre alps is in an area before the alps (obviously). Entlebuch for instance is consid ... Read more

Robert Miller @richard Munson, pre alps is in an area before the alps (obviously). Entlebuch for instance is considered pre-alps. It's a UNESCO area. When my grandma got older, she didn't want to move and instead look out the living room window to see Jungfrau, Eiger and Moench.

Richard Munson One of my favorite movies is the eiger sanction.

J Alexander Lassally Hi Robert - We lived in Geneve and Basel... I was in Denmark for work (pharmaceuticals) and then move ... Read more

J Alexander Lassally Hi Robert - We lived in Geneve and Basel... I was in Denmark for work (pharmaceuticals) and then moved down. Got a C permit eventually ! Loved it very much. Still have stuff in storage in Basel !! Central Schweiz is so nice.

Robert Miller @J Alexander Lasselly If you are into pharmaceutical, Basel is the place to be. Roche, Ciba/Sandoz/No ... Read more

Robert Miller @J Alexander Lasselly If you are into pharmaceutical, Basel is the place to be. Roche, Ciba/Sandoz/Novartis, etc. And ETH isn't too far away and a good place for research. It's actually where I studied. I am glad you like it there.
@Richard Munson, I didn't watch that movie. I need to look that up. But it seems to take place at Eiger starting from the "Kleine Scheidegg" where I went skiing and hiking.

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128 days ago

Lori Risboskin posted a note for Robert that says:

Hi Robert, Thank you for your quick response. I didn’t find the spirometer helpful, and it is very possible I wasn’t using it properly. I have better ...Read more

Hi Robert, Thank you for your quick response. I didn’t find the spirometer helpful, and it is very possible I wasn’t using it properly. I have better results with belly breathing. My inhalation and exhalation are much better using that method. I am very concerned with my breathing issue and wasn’t getting very far with my cardiac team. I have moved on to a pulmonologist and have an appointment scheduled for 11/6. I wish it was sooner and plan on calling daily for a status update on any cancellations they might receive. I already went to a local ER for the breathing issue and they admitted me the same day. After 4 days, I have to say they did not do much, and had very little experience with treating radiation patients. Fingers crossed the pulmonologist has a resolution, and nothing happens in the meantime.

Robert Miller I am sorry you are going through this. I wish I could give more advice but I have not experienced thi ... Read more

Robert Miller I am sorry you are going through this. I wish I could give more advice but I have not experienced this so I am not quite sure what to say. I think getting an appointment with a pulmonologist is probably the best thing to do. I would also address it to the surgeon and the cardiologist (again).

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155 days ago

Richard Munson posted a note for Robert that says:

You asked a couple of questions i might be able to answer. The little sticky tabs are attached to your skin for an ekg and also during surgery when asleep. ...Read more

You asked a couple of questions i might be able to answer. The little sticky tabs are attached to your skin for an ekg and also during surgery when asleep. Because i was snoozing during my colonoscopy i was hooked up to what i assume to be heart monitors. In this case it was 6. Chest,arms,legs. They then attach wires to the stickies that in turn are connected to bedside equipment. An ekg is usually only 3. For my cataract surgery, also asleep, it was only 3. Back a few years ago during a routine colonoscopy and prior to my ohs, those monitors detected an afib incident which i never knew i had. It resulted in a follow on examination and my mitral valve prolapse was discovered. I was totally asymptomatic. The allergy i have developed later in life to the glue i suspect is not life threatening but makes life very uncomfortable as they turn into bright red, itchy welts in the shape of little squares and can take well over a month to go away after much cortisone cream applications. In one case on my inner arm, a faint outline of it still exists. Long answer, sorry.

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164 days ago

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Richard Munson posted a note for Robert that says:

Omg, my first thought was middle finger also on that picture. Dirty minds think alike.

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200 days ago

Lisa Silverman posted a note for Robert that says:

Robert thank you for your feedback it is really helpful. I read your story and am certainly inspired by your strength and courage! Were your surgeries all OHS? ...Read more

Robert thank you for your feedback it is really helpful. I read your story and am certainly inspired by your strength and courage! Were your surgeries all OHS?

Robert Miller Thanks for the feedback. I appreciate it. Yes, both were OHS. The incision on the chest was at the sa ... Read more

Robert Miller Thanks for the feedback. I appreciate it. Yes, both were OHS. The incision on the chest was at the same place as before, i.e. only one scar. For some reason the big drainage tube was done about 1" away from the last one. Hence, I have two 1" scars. Not that I care.

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511 days ago

Ann Smith posted a note for Robert that says:

Hi Robert, Do you have any advise on how to prepare after the few weeks of surgery?

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567 days ago

J Alexander Lassally posted a note for Robert that says:

Hi Robert - Thank you - Did you have a Mitral Valve with Woo at Stanford then along the way?

Was this a thoracotomy?
Appreciate your comments! J Alex

Robert Miller I met with Dr. Woo but trying to stay politically correct, it was very disappointing. My BIL (a surge ... Read more

Robert Miller I met with Dr. Woo but trying to stay politically correct, it was very disappointing. My BIL (a surgeon) talked to him as well and he told me later on that he was glad I didn't chose Dr. Woo. On the positive side, his assistant was very nice and very knowledgeable.

J Alexander Lassally Robert - Totally agree! His assistant was lovely. So did you fail a thoracotomy one time - and need r ... Read more

J Alexander Lassally Robert - Totally agree! His assistant was lovely. So did you fail a thoracotomy one time - and need reoperation? I am still confused? Appreciate your comments / insight.

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570 days ago

Jill Porter posted a note for Robert that says:

Hi! Thanks for responding to my post. You said you had Afib as well. What was your Afib experience after your surgery? Are you medicated for it at all?

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586 days ago

Lilly Black posted a note for Robert that says:

Hi, Robert.

I've been a member of this site for several years. Diagnosed with BAV. My problem is with my aorta but I'm good now. I had it replaced in ...Read more

Hi, Robert.

I've been a member of this site for several years. Diagnosed with BAV. My problem is with my aorta but I'm good now. I had it replaced in 2014, and never felt better. However, my husband has MVP (mitral valve prolapse). He was diagnosed at 42 years old. He is now 75 and lately he's been noticing a second heart beat. Doesn't seem to be irregular like afib but who knows, I'm no doctor.

When did you notice you had a problem with your Mitral Valve? Did you have symptoms? How did they fix it?

My husband is seeking a cardiologist, and I'm sure he'll learn about his condition then. But my questions are out curiosity. I've learned so much on this site.

Thank you

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597 days ago

Jennifer Gannon posted a note for Robert that says:

Thank you for the advice. I actually got a good vibe from the entire office, nurse, and the doctor. They spent the time with me to answer all questions even ...Read more

Thank you for the advice. I actually got a good vibe from the entire office, nurse, and the doctor. They spent the time with me to answer all questions even when they had explained it already. I luck out with having teens at home who are planning to be there for me.

Researched the prior question suggestions. Not sure how to prepare for after. Have amazing friends and family keeping me thinking positive.

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720 days ago

Tadeo Bolinas posted a note for Robert that says:

Thanks sir Robert! Your advise means alot. God bless you!.

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765 days ago

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Patty Parrish posted a note for Robert that says:

Robert, thank you for your comments especially related to walking. I am only 3 days post surgery walking 1500 steps per day in hospital with tubes still ...Read more

Robert, thank you for your comments especially related to walking. I am only 3 days post surgery walking 1500 steps per day in hospital with tubes still attached. Prior to surgery I walked 12400 steps per day and I love stairs so I'm hoping my progress will be similar to yours.

Richard Munson Just take it slow and steady. Walking is the best exercise.

Greg Lewis " don't be a fool. take it cool. " ..lol..but seriously, if you go at it too hard, and hurt something ... Read more

Greg Lewis " don't be a fool. take it cool. " ..lol..but seriously, if you go at it too hard, and hurt something, you will be put back months, possibly. It's not a race. Good luck!

Patty Parrish 5 days post surgery and the only reason I am still in the hospital is my chest tube hasn't stopped dr ... Read more

Patty Parrish 5 days post surgery and the only reason I am still in the hospital is my chest tube hasn't stopped draining. I walk a mile at a time around the hospital about 3 times a day. I swear it doesn't tire or stress me at all.

Greg Lewis That's great! It just sounds like a lot, this early, but if it works for you, that's good. Walking is ... Read more

Greg Lewis That's great! It just sounds like a lot, this early, but if it works for you, that's good. Walking is what they say to do. I am sure the doctors know, so just be careful.

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818 days ago

Ruth joy posted a note for Robert that says:

Hi Robert ,
I am now over two years post ohs .
I go to the Phebotomy dept. At my local hospital to have my I N R checked , I go 6 weekly now .
It ...Read more

Hi Robert ,
I am now over two years post ohs .
I go to the Phebotomy dept. At my local hospital to have my I N R checked , I go 6 weekly now .
It doesn ‘t cost me anything . I ‘m only there a for about 5-10 mins at the most and the staff are all very lovely .

Robert Miller Maybe I was just unlucky but when I had to get blood drawn at the hospital it toke between 15 - 45 mi ... Read more

Robert Miller Maybe I was just unlucky but when I had to get blood drawn at the hospital it toke between 15 - 45 minutes wait. At a local place it took also half an hour. That doesn't include travel time, miles and gas. With an at-home test it would take me 2 minutes and cost me about $6 for a test assuming the insurance doesn't cover it (not counting the device). That's why I am surprised not more people are using it. But I appreciate the feedback. Maybe I need to rethink this.