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2088 days ago

Kaaren Carone, Joy Vera, Tim Saint and 7 others reacted to this

It's me again- Greg's wife. Just wanted to send a quick shout out to all you heart warriors who are recovering from or preparing for OHS. I think about you ...Read more

It's me again- Greg's wife. Just wanted to send a quick shout out to all you heart warriors who are recovering from or preparing for OHS. I think about you all often and check in on regular basis to see how you all are doing. I believe the anticipation

Gregory Ballard Post got cut off from photo title........ I believe the anticipation leading up to surgery is worse ... Read more

Gregory Ballard Post got cut off from photo title........ I believe the anticipation leading up to surgery is worse than the actual recovery for most. Greg is doing awesome and I wanted to share this post with you. We live in Las Vegas, NV and the weather here is great. Greg loves to surf behind our boat and "show up" our adult children while doing so. ha-ha!! This is him earlier this month doing what he loves and staying active. less than 5 months post op. I truly believe exercising and staying physically active has made his recovery that much better. Here's to wishing you all a "surfing trip" to the lake or whatever makes you happily active at 5 months post op.

Tim Saint Great photo. Awesome to see you all living life to the fullest after all the tough times you have all ... Read more

Tim Saint Great photo. Awesome to see you all living life to the fullest after all the tough times you have all been through. Life appreciation is enhanced through adversity. Continued good health and times to you all.

Adam Pick Ahhhhhhh-Mazzzzzzing.... Go Greg! Go! You just brought back one of my favorite post-op memories!!! ... Read more

Adam Pick Ahhhhhhh-Mazzzzzzing.... Go Greg! Go! You just brought back one of my favorite post-op memories!!! https://www.heart-valve-surgery.com/heart-surgery-blog/2007/03/06/open-heart-surgery-recovery-update-surfs-up/

Surf Is Up… After Open Heart Surgery!!!

https://www.heart-valve-surgery.com/heart-surgery-blog/2007/03/06/open-heart-surgery-recovery-update-surfs-up/

On December 21, 2005, nearly 435 days ago, I had open-heart surgery to fix a congenital defect in the aortic valve of my heart. After thirty four years of lif

Mike Roskowinski Awesome Greg. That is what I love to see. As I sit here 3 weeks post op and I wonder when will I be ... Read more

Mike Roskowinski Awesome Greg. That is what I love to see. As I sit here 3 weeks post op and I wonder when will I be able to do these things. I am feeling great and walking 5 miles a day. Ready to get back to lifting and enjoying summer activities as in volleyball and golf. Greg did you get a pacemaker when you got out of surgery? I think I remember someone saying that you did. I also received one and wanted to know if it changed anything for you. Love the photo and glad he is living life to the fullest

Gregory Ballardposted a photo

2152 days ago

Lisa Guinan, Claire Kreger-Boaz, Bradley Dunn and 10 others reacted to this

12 weeks and I finally got to go golfing again! It felt good and I am not really even that sore today. Golfed 3 days in a row. My friends got me new club ...Read more

12 weeks and I finally got to go golfing again! It felt good and I am not really even that sore today. Golfed 3 days in a row. My friends got me new club covers for my cow and pig valves:) Life is good.

Bradley Dunn Awesome.

Rob Sparling Ditto!

Mike Roskowinski Awesome Greg. I am getting all my golf in during my vacation since I know I have to miss most of the ... Read more

Mike Roskowinski Awesome Greg. I am getting all my golf in during my vacation since I know I have to miss most of the season. Awesome to see you back out there.

Susan Lynn Great picture. You've got some really twisted friends - I like that! Where would we be without the ... Read more

Susan Lynn Great picture. You've got some really twisted friends - I like that! Where would we be without the people who give us a reason to laugh? 😂 They're definitely keepers!

Mike Henning Congrats! God is good!

Marilyn Gilbert Wow!! That’s awesome! Congrats!

Gregory Ballardposted a photo

2165 days ago

Willie Radl, Rob Sparling, Louanna Miller and 1 other reacted to this

Gregory Ballard Bionic Man Scars week 11 - OHS #5

Debbie Kelly You have been through so much and still have a great attitude! My mother always told me that being p ... Read more

Debbie Kelly You have been through so much and still have a great attitude! My mother always told me that being positive is the key to healing. Your scar looks great. Can't see the other four! Sounds like you are recovering very well!!!!

Lisa Kane Thats a true warriors scar Mike, looks really good, what a journey you have been through, Love your a ... Read more

Lisa Kane Thats a true warriors scar Mike, looks really good, what a journey you have been through, Love your attitude☝️❤️

Gregory Ballardposted a photo

2165 days ago

Willie Radl, Gregory Ballard, Rob Sparling and 2 others reacted to this

Stronger and stronger each day! One of my first times back jump roping...... and I DID IT!! 10 weeks post op

Lisa Kane That’s so impressive Greg, keep it up! Really encouraging.
Best wishes for a full recovery.

Tracy Fallu Awesome! Keep on jumping!

Louanna Miller Love jumping rope. Awesome exercise. You look great and are recovering well.

Gregory Ballard

2202 days ago

Feels good to be back in the gym for some much needed cardio. Starting to feel a little more "ME" again.

Gregory Ballard 6 weeks post op

Tracy Fallu Great feeling, isn’t it!

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2202 days ago

Valerie Herndon-Vitarella, Shannon Gray, Susan Lynn and 8 others reacted to this

Me and Dr. Patel my cardiologist in Vegas at my 6 week follow up. He said my heart valves are flowing like an 8 lane freeway instead of a 2 lane divided highway ...Read more

Me and Dr. Patel my cardiologist in Vegas at my 6 week follow up. He said my heart valves are flowing like an 8 lane freeway instead of a 2 lane divided highway :) and released me to go back to the gym. Life is good!

Louanna Miller Great update and a great picture.

Rob Sparling So cool! 👍

Gregory Ballardposted a photo

2202 days ago

Valerie Herndon-Vitarella, Susan Lynn, Kaaren Carone and 4 others reacted to this

2 weeks vs. 6 weeks. What a difference a few weeks makes!

Marie Myers Great healing!

Rob Sparling Looking good, dude. Very nice and healing well. Wear that zipper proudly!

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2204 days ago

New Years Eve 2018 - leaving the hospital headed back to Las Vegas

Tracy Fallu Love to see people leaving the hospital.

Dan Baltazor Great way to begin 2019!

John Isham Gregory....I read your Story......absolutely amazing! You are a true Heart Warrior! Sounds like you ... Read more

John Isham Gregory....I read your Story......absolutely amazing! You are a true Heart Warrior! Sounds like your recovery is going great! Keep us posted on your progress!

rich monoson Gregory, I wish I had the words to express my commendation to you for your perseverance in your path ... Read more

rich monoson Gregory, I wish I had the words to express my commendation to you for your perseverance in your path to recovery. Amazing. Look forward to reading about your gym progressions moving forward. Nothing's going to hold you back!