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Hi it's JJ haven't been on the site in a while I've been busy with my health , just arrived in Rochester MN for the mayo clinic for my kidneys, how has everyone been ?
I'll be honest this year has been hard for me with everything going on I'm approaching one year post ross procedure July 5 will mark one year , and I have to say I appreciate all the support I've received on this site and from the heart community getting a Ross procedure and finding the right surgeon wasn't easy but I fought for myself advocated to get the surgery and with the help of this site and Adam I was able to obtain my surgery my autonomy I'm forever grateful for this place this community I've grown as a person and my surgery has transformed my life because at the end of the day it's more than a surgery it's a life your fixing a life your giving stability a sense of normality to long story short this year has been transformative and amazing
I'll never be able to completely thank my surgeon my team for giving me my life back
I'll show my gratitude by living my best life and keep progressive towards a better tomorrow and health ❤️

Had my first drink as a 21 year old lol I'm finally legal turned 21 2 months ago 9/12 I liked the strawberry seltzer the best but not too bad for a first drink made me burp 😄🤠 great way to calm down after a stressful day of travel!

Flying back home finally .

Spend a couple of weeks up in Minnesota for my appointments in mayo clinic !
Feels great to finally be able to go home !
Look a little rough for shape 🤠😄 need to shave 🪒

It's been a eventful couple of months to say the least but I wouldn't change anything I'm glad I put myself first!

Glad to say everything went well with my colorectal surgery yesterday everything has been on the up and up since my Ross procedure my health has improved tremendously I've lost weight and my kidney disease has improved tremendously I guess we can attribute that to increased blood flow to the kidneys given that I have a 30mm pulmonary conduit 😉 and my own pulmonary valve working on the left side .
I just wanna say thank you to everyone on this site that's been supportive in every step of my recovery and just overall a welcoming community where we can share our common goals and struggles!
Thankful for the site Adam has created and cultivating a flourishing community of heart warriors ! 🤠

Hi my name is JJ I had my Ross procedure in mount Sinai about a month ago by Dr Ismail El -hamamsy I've been recovering pretty well im starting cardiac rehab next week any tips on a smooth recovery!