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Dennis Shafferposted an update

363 days ago

Brady Busch, Rob Nielsen, Deena Z and 1 other reacted to this

I'm doing well. I can get somewhat comfortable once I get my pillows in place.

Tom Everson You look great. Take one day at a time and follow the doctors guidelines. Do not forget to sign up fo ... Read more

Tom Everson You look great. Take one day at a time and follow the doctors guidelines. Do not forget to sign up for Rehab when you feel ready

Mike Sparr Awesome! Which valve did you go with?

Dennis Shaffer Thank you, this was the toughest thing I've done, I will whole heartedly follow the doc's orders. My ... Read more

Dennis Shaffer Thank you, this was the toughest thing I've done, I will whole heartedly follow the doc's orders. My wonderful better half has let me know that I will be "all in" for Rehab lol (the support is awesome). I elected for the Edwards Ispiris Resilia. 25mm was the size I ended up with.

Rose Madura Dennis, you're looking pretty good so soon after surgery! Welcome to recovery. Slow and steady. You ... Read more

Rose Madura Dennis, you're looking pretty good so soon after surgery! Welcome to recovery. Slow and steady. You want to be a tortoise now and not a hare. 👍

Klara Čičić Looking good! The worst is behind you! All the best during your recovery, take it easy and try to lis ... Read more

Klara Čičić Looking good! The worst is behind you! All the best during your recovery, take it easy and try to listen to your body.

Grace Mason You look great! One week at a time and you will feel better and better. ❤️‍🩹💖

Pamela Gregory You do look amazing for having had surgery so recently! I'm sure how you feel isn't quite as good bu... Read more

Pamela Gregory You do look amazing for having had surgery so recently! I'm sure how you feel isn't quite as good but as rose said, be a tortoise and let people wait on you a bit.

Valerie Allen Wow 5 days out? Fantastic!

Sean Adkins It's good to see you on the mend!

Susan Lynn Lookin good, Dennis! Keep on smiling! Life is good after heart surgery!

Dennis Shaffer That pic does make me look comfy but I am still quite sore. Thank you for everybody's advice and enc ... Read more

Dennis Shaffer That pic does make me look comfy but I am still quite sore. Thank you for everybody's advice and encouraging words. Has helped me so much with the process.

Dennis Shafferposted a journal

368 days ago

DeWayne Adamson, Grace Mason , Donna Casaletto and 4 others reacted to this

I'm in Dallas. All checked in, bloodwork, xrays and paperwork. I'm scheduled to show up at 5:00am...surgery at 7:00am. Hoping for a good day! I'm pretty sure ...Read more

I'm in Dallas. All checked in, bloodwork, xrays and paperwork. I'm scheduled to show up at 5:00am...surgery at 7:00am. Hoping for a good day! I'm pretty sure I'll show up lol

christine blackway Wishing you the best possible outcome and a quick recovery!

Mike McKenna Sending lots of good vibes for a quick recovery. What did you decide for a valve if needed? I chose ... Read more

Mike McKenna Sending lots of good vibes for a quick recovery. What did you decide for a valve if needed? I chose bovine but they just repaired.

Rich Butela Prayers for you and your team ! Next stop Recovery

Dennis Shaffer Thank you so much. Mike, they will consider repair but will likely replace it. I choose bovine.

Valerie Allen Best wishes! 💕

Grace Mason First thing in the morning is good! Sleep well. It's just a regular day in the office for your team. ... Read more

Grace Mason First thing in the morning is good! Sleep well. It's just a regular day in the office for your team. They got you.❤️

Marian Janes All the best to you Dennis. You've got this! Sending prayers and positivity your way.

Rose Madura Great picture. Best wishes for a successful surgery and uneventful recovery. Godspeed.

Klara Čičić Good luck, heart warrior!

Abhishek Sharma Best wishes...

Pamela Gregory Sending positive thoughts and prayers you direction today!

Michele Miller Hoping everything goes smoothly and looking forward to hearing about your recovery

Delise Becker Lifting you up in prayer today as well as the days to follow. Best wishes for your recovery journey.... Read more

Delise Becker Lifting you up in prayer today as well as the days to follow. Best wishes for your recovery journey.

Deena Z Love the photo, Dennis.
Let’s get this on-the-road! Next photo all better, in recovery and hug ... Read more

Deena Z Love the photo, Dennis.
Let’s get this on-the-road! Next photo all better, in recovery and hugging a pillow. Godspeed.

Marian Janes Thinking of you and praying for your successful surgery!

Susan Lynn Looks like you're ready to put this behind you! That smile says it all! Go get 'em, Dennis!

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