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3367 days ago

Rodd Kippen posted a note for Rodd that says:

Hi Steve - at last I am getting stronger every day - 2 months out of surgery and making great strives - back at work which is keeping me busy. How are you ...Read more

Hi Steve - at last I am getting stronger every day - 2 months out of surgery and making great strives - back at work which is keeping me busy. How are you doing?

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3367 days ago

Steve Offenbecher posted a note for Rodd that says:

Hey Rod still looking for an update. How are you doing?

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3416 days ago

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Steve Offenbecher posted a note for Rodd that says:

Hope all is well Rod. Give us an update. Praying for aquick recovery.

John Jones I know it's easy for me to say on the other side of surgery but try to stay calm. In my case on surge ... Read more

John Jones I know it's easy for me to say on the other side of surgery but try to stay calm. In my case on surgery day the process seemed to "just happen". I went out telling a joke and next thing I knew I was in Icu. I'm having my ups and downs recovering but all in all it's not as bad as I anticipated.

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3421 days ago

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Linda H and Elsie posted a note for Rodd that says:

Glad to see you are doing a lot better. Everyday will get better it takes a while a long while, but you will see the difference each day.

Bill Cherry Best wishes Rodd, to a fellow AVR patient.

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3425 days ago

Ginger Marine posted a note for Rodd that says:

Rodd, I sent you a note attached to your day 3 report. Hope your Seatle days are getting very sunny!

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3435 days ago

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Lynn Sloan posted a note for Rodd that says:

Rodd, I read about your surgery today....you should be in CV Recovery tonight. I had severe aortic stenosis and my aortic valve replacement was 11/12/13. I ...Read more

Rodd, I read about your surgery today....you should be in CV Recovery tonight. I had severe aortic stenosis and my aortic valve replacement was 11/12/13. I am a cardiovascular nurse and now work in Cardiac Rehab. The first week is a challenge, but take it one day at a time. You will be surrounded with skillful caregivers and supportive friends. Your new heart valve is going to be your best friend, helping you have the strength and energy to accomplish your life goals. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.

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3435 days ago

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Pat Bluemel posted a note for Rodd that says:

Hiya Rodd, You should be just about through and on the way to CICU. I just realized a friend of mine might be caring for you in the cardiac ward. I've sent ...Read more

Hiya Rodd, You should be just about through and on the way to CICU. I just realized a friend of mine might be caring for you in the cardiac ward. I've sent her a text to take great care of you should your paths cross. Hope the next 18 or so hours are easy on you.

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3435 days ago

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Jeanette Davidson posted a note for Rodd that says:

Hey Rodd! You are in my thoughts and prayers! I know all is going to go well! Only positive thoughts!😘❤️

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3436 days ago

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Terrie Syvertsen posted a note for Rodd that says:

Rodd- I hope you and your Family enjoyed a good day/evening getting ready for tomorrows surgery and that all goes extremely well with your "Team" and you find ...Read more

Rodd- I hope you and your Family enjoyed a good day/evening getting ready for tomorrows surgery and that all goes extremely well with your "Team" and you find yourself in recovery in due time! May you go in with confidence and be blessed by your family and caregivers who will be ready to help you continue on your journey with recovery and future days of your healing. All of you take care. Prayers for smooth and uneventful surgery! Be well Heart Brother

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3436 days ago

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Hi Rodd... Praying your surgery goes smoothly tomorrow, and that your recovery is steady. God Bless You....

Bob M I pray your surgery will be textbook and your recovery will be uneventful. Tomorrow will be a new day ... Read more

Bob M I pray your surgery will be textbook and your recovery will be uneventful. Tomorrow will be a new day for you with a fixed heart. God bless and rise up!

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3436 days ago

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Jackie posted a note for Rodd that says:

Rodd, Sending out prayers for a successful surgery. May your healing be swift and complete. Tomorrow begins your journey to a healthier heart.💗

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3436 days ago

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Gloria Savannah-Austin posted a note for Rodd that says:

Good luck tomorrow Rodd. Hope all goes well and you are good as new in no time. Post when you can to let us know how you are doing.

John Jones you are in my prayers tonight Ron

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3436 days ago

Tammy Pilcher posted a note for Rodd that says:

Rodd, I hope you're having a peaceful, enjoyable day and pray that your surgery tomorrow will go perfectly! You will have all this pre-op waiting done and ...Read more

Rodd, I hope you're having a peaceful, enjoyable day and pray that your surgery tomorrow will go perfectly! You will have all this pre-op waiting done and a fixed heart! God bless you!

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3439 days ago

Steve Offenbecher posted a note for Rodd that says:

Rod I hope you are settled on the type of valve to use. I support your decision no matter what it is. Are you scheduled for July 24 at Swedish?

Rodd Kippen Steve - nice to hear from you - how are you doing?

Your recovery looks so good - I can only hope to ... Read more

Rodd Kippen Steve - nice to hear from you - how are you doing?

Your recovery looks so good - I can only hope to be as lucky.

Yup - July 24th at Swedish - going for the mechanical valve I think.

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3439 days ago

Peter Willard posted a note for Rodd that says:

Rodd I know everyone is different and will choose the valve best for them but this the first time on this site people told what valve and why I've been asking ...Read more

Rodd I know everyone is different and will choose the valve best for them but this the first time on this site people told what valve and why I've been asking on this site for people to add to there story what valve and why because people reading there story that is important to them. I thank all the people that responded to your request that is what I been asking since I joined this group.

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3439 days ago

Peter Willard posted a note for Rodd that says:

Rodd I had a bovine valve in 2010 at 67 a now at 73 the dr. said it working great. I did not see anyone say they had the Ross operation like Adam Pick and ...Read more

Rodd I had a bovine valve in 2010 at 67 a now at 73 the dr. said it working great. I did not see anyone say they had the Ross operation like Adam Pick and Arnold S. had I guess it last a long time did you check that out. Good Luck. Rodd we should all be happy we were born when we were because years ago we would of not made it as they did not have these operations.

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3444 days ago

Petrer Willard posted a note for Rodd that says:

Rodd what valve did you choose? I had a bovine valve at 67 and now at 73 doing great. I know it is not easy what valve to get. good luck

Rodd Kippen Hi Peter - I will only know tomorrow when I see the surgeon

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3465 days ago

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Linda H and Elsie posted a note for Rodd that says:

Good luck Rodd. I will keep you in my prayers. You will feel so much better afterwards. God has been very good to all of us. Linda and Elsie AVR 9/19/12 ...Read more

Good luck Rodd. I will keep you in my prayers. You will feel so much better afterwards. God has been very good to all of us. Linda and Elsie AVR 9/19/12

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3829 days ago

Mary posted a note for Rodd that says:

Rodd: Did you have your surgery at Swedish Heart & Vascular? That’s where mine will be with Dr. Lehr. If yes, please share your experience if you can. Thank ...Read more

Rodd: Did you have your surgery at Swedish Heart & Vascular? That’s where mine will be with Dr. Lehr. If yes, please share your experience if you can. Thank you. And I hope all went well and you’re doing good.

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4572 days ago

Hi Rodd, Yeah to the weight loss. Keep up the good work, it will help you a lot with surgery and recovery. I tell everyone I am in recovery first then surgery ...Read more

Hi Rodd, Yeah to the weight loss. Keep up the good work, it will help you a lot with surgery and recovery. I tell everyone I am in recovery first then surgery later. So I am upside down what can I say lol. Walk up some of those Seattle hills, I know there is a lot of them. Good luck Linda H

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4572 days ago

Hi Rodd, what happened today was good. I saw my new cardio doctor today and feel pretty good about it so far. In July I now face another echo and a nucular ...Read more

Hi Rodd, what happened today was good. I saw my new cardio doctor today and feel pretty good about it so far. In July I now face another echo and a nucular stress test. Cant wait for that one. Then on the 16th I will meet him for results and we will see if I have fallen off the top of the fence to get fixed. Hope all is good with you. For the long haul Linda H

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4572 days ago

Good news Rodd! Just to share...when I was diagnosed with aortic stenosis several years ago, I began researching the various heart centers in the country. ...Read more

Good news Rodd! Just to share...when I was diagnosed with aortic stenosis several years ago, I began researching the various heart centers in the country. Cleveland Clinic was always rated #1. I decided that when the time came for surgery, I would somehow find a way to go there (I live in South Carolina). Luckily, everything worked out with insurance, etc. I struggled with going so far away from home, it being such an inconvenience for my family, the added expense of flying, etc. In the long run, my family said \"go to Cleveland\" and so I did. I don\'t regret it for one second. My surgery went so well it was practically a non-event for me. I was discharged on day 4 and flew back to SC on day 5. It really didn\'t cost that much for the flight, all things considered. We stayed in the Guest House right across the street from the hospital. Not luxury by any means, but entirely adequate. I wouldn\'t try to push anyone or anyplace on anyone, but I will say this...listen to the \"little voice inside\"...if it tells you to go to Cleveland...go! Good luck with your journey! Linda Dixon, AVR 3/13/12

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4591 days ago

Hi Rodd, The tiredness and light headedness are all part of the aortic stenosis. I am always tired with no energy. I also get light headed but some of it could ...Read more

Hi Rodd, The tiredness and light headedness are all part of the aortic stenosis. I am always tired with no energy. I also get light headed but some of it could be the bp pills. What did your cardio doc say how to the severity. Mine is 3.7 last Feb. I think it is a little worse now but I will see on June 12th. Maybe you and For the long haul Linda H

Rodd Kippen Hi Linda - thank you so much for your comments - my condition is "Moderate to Severe" - not sure of t ... Read more

Rodd Kippen Hi Linda - thank you so much for your comments - my condition is "Moderate to Severe" - not sure of the specifics, but will try and find out.

Whats happening today (June 12)?

I will hold out a few prayers for you today, that whaever you are undergoing will work out well.

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4597 days ago

Hi Rodd, You are in a good spot with your faith. When I was told on my 65th birthday last Sept. about what the echo said I came unglued. Even though I knew ...Read more

Hi Rodd, You are in a good spot with your faith. When I was told on my 65th birthday last Sept. about what the echo said I came unglued. Even though I knew about the murmur for about 5 years. After that I joined my church and a lot of stress was relieved from me. I could feel the faith. Then in Nov I was baptized. And these docs keep telling me to quite worrying about this. Im not, at least not as of yet. You can read my journal you will see it runs in my family. Not a whole lot there as of yet. Now I am going to be seeing another doctor, so I hope I get better answers other than what the last one was saying. Oh I love Seattle. We were there visiting a while back. Went to the Olymic Penisula and Mt Rainer to Paradise and the fish market. Just loved it there. Well talk to ya later For the long haul Linda H

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4597 days ago

Hey Rodd, The HVJ is the best website to be a part of. We all have been through this. A lot of questions still have to be answered. I had my aortic valve ...Read more

Hey Rodd, The HVJ is the best website to be a part of. We all have been through this. A lot of questions still have to be answered. I had my aortic valve replaced 2/6/12. I am feeling so much better since surgery. I am thankful for surgeons and technology that give us another chance to continue with our lives. Take care and God bless! Robert Hartner

Rodd Kippen Robert,

Thank you so much for your posting - this forum is great, in that you can talk with people w ... Read more

Rodd Kippen Robert,

Thank you so much for your posting - this forum is great, in that you can talk with people who know what you afe going through - it mkes you feel far more confident,

I hope and pray that your recovery goes from strength.

God Bless,

Rodd Kippen