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Martin Smith  That's great, Jay! For a few years until 2019 I was spending the better part of my winters in Granby , CO. for the skiing, My cardiologist discouraged me from continuing to spend time at altitude (i.e. sleeping at 8000' and skiing at up to 10,000'. He discouraged me a year prior to my Ross procedure, and 15 months post-op with very good results, still discourages me from living at those altitudes. He admits that his research and knowledge about heart conditions at high altitudes are limited. How have you felt at altitude and does your doctor have opinions about heart valve recipients participating in high altitude sports?

Katheryn Applegate  GOALS!😊. I was skiing 5 months after my SAVR. It felt great to be back in the game! Still does!! My skiing is not high altitude as I live in Michigan. Enjoy!

Jay Heagerty  Thank you for all the nice comments! To answer a few questions: Martin, when I told my surgeon that we had a ski trip planned, he said tell me anywhare but Telluride! We were in Telluride. Did great no issues.
Ana, Yes my triplets were there and my daughter graduated from Stetson a semester early. We all had a great family trip and as you all can appreciate, these are the moments that make life worth living!

Deena Z  Impressive, you look great and you entered the working world after only 8 weeks. Congrats. (nice pic. Great smiles)

Jay Heagerty  Thank you Ana and Deena! Had a great time spending a couple of days with my son, Joe. He will graduate from FSU in May with a Real Estate and Finance degree. Proud Dad!

Deena Z  Thinking of you, Jay. It is almost over and you are on your way to a longer, healthier life. Think positive and know you can handle this!

Sara Latina  Hope today went great for you and you are now starting the next journey of recovery! you got this!!!

Kimberly Eisenhut  Beautiful family and you look great!
Prayers for your upcoming surgery and for this pandemic to calm down soon!
Keep us posted and remember we are with you :)