Patient Pictures of Lisa Coombe

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Lisa Coombeposted an update

354 days ago

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Me and my tall 13 year old son on my wedding day

Rose Madura Beautiful! You both look very happy.

Valerie Allen Great picture, Lisa!

Klara Čičić What a beautiful photo! Your smile is so full of love. Lisa congratulations, I wish you all the best! ... Read more

Klara Čičić What a beautiful photo! Your smile is so full of love. Lisa congratulations, I wish you all the best!

Susan Lynn Lovely photo of the two of you!!

Lisa Coombeposted an update

758 days ago

Rose Madura reacted to this

Yesterday my wonderful partner proposed and of course I said yes. We are members of SES (State Emergency Services) in Australia that’s why we are both in ...Read more

Yesterday my wonderful partner proposed and of course I said yes. We are members of SES (State Emergency Services) in Australia that’s why we are both in orange

Cheryl Mann Congratulations!!!
love the orange - international color for safety. Best wishes for a long and h ... Read more

Cheryl Mann Congratulations!!!
love the orange - international color for safety. Best wishes for a long and happy marriage.

Klara Čičić Wow that is such a wonderful news Lisa! I am very glad for you both! Congratulations.

Susan Lynn Yay!!! That's great news! Congratulations and best wishes to you both. They say some good things c ... Read more

Susan Lynn Yay!!! That's great news! Congratulations and best wishes to you both. They say some good things come out of our heart journeys, but you're both getting a lifetime of love and happiness out of your "meet cute" at the cardiologist's office. Wishing you all the best!

Deena Z Yay! Wishing you both many happy and healthy days ahead.

Rose Madura Wonderful news Lisa. Congratulations! Glad to hear this. You've come a long way and look how happy... Read more

Rose Madura Wonderful news Lisa. Congratulations! Glad to hear this. You've come a long way and look how happy you are now!

Ana Brusso Congratulations to both of you and thank you for your volunteer work. 🎊🎉👍

Lisa Coombe 1 week till I marry this wonderful man

Susan Lynn Yay, Lisa! So happy for both of you! We're going to want to see your wedding pictures!!!!

Lisa Coombeposted an update

959 days ago

Shannon Gray reacted to this

10 months post op and I’m feeling really good, I can now walk up inclines and most mornings do a 3km walk as the sun rises, winter is coming which I’m happy ...Read more

10 months post op and I’m feeling really good, I can now walk up inclines and most mornings do a 3km walk as the sun rises, winter is coming which I’m happy about, totally love winter

Continued good health and blessings. 🙏❤️

Deena Z Going strong! Keep it up!

Rose Madura Good to hear from you Lisa. Glad you are doing well!

Lisa Coombeposted a photo

1087 days ago

Mary VanSlyke, Susan Lynn and 1 other reacted to this

First photo taken 13 March, this was before 2 anda half months before surgery, second photo taken 23 November, almost 6 months after surgery

Peter Linn You are a true inspiration!

Lisa Coombeposted a photo

1179 days ago

Mike Tirrell, Patsy Stewart, Peter Linn and 5 others reacted to this

Working hard at rehab, half way through now and getting better every week

Cheryl Marshall That’s great to hear that rehab is helping Lisa. I don’t have a date yet but thank-you for postin ... Read more

Cheryl Marshall That’s great to hear that rehab is helping Lisa. I don’t have a date yet but thank-you for posting and being an inspiration!

Richard Munson Sweat rocks. Keep it up. Water in, water out.

Lisa Coombe I was on the bike here, water was close by

Lisa Coombeposted a photo

1187 days ago

Every time I take my bra off my scar is raised, do and of you ladies on this wonderful page have the same thing? It’s still raised a little now, it’s doesn’t ...Read more

Every time I take my bra off my scar is raised, do and of you ladies on this wonderful page have the same thing? It’s still raised a little now, it’s doesn’t hurt but it’s a worry and something my partner can’t give me an answer to

Lynn Loudermilk Yes and I have been using a scar cream (silicone) and recently purchased silicone tape. It is helpin ... Read more

Lynn Loudermilk Yes and I have been using a scar cream (silicone) and recently purchased silicone tape. It is helping. Keloda Optiscar silicone tape and Murasaki silicone scar gel. Bought both on amazon.

Marie Myers Lisa, you could also get a consult from a dermatologist to see if a cortisone injection may help flat ... Read more

Marie Myers Lisa, you could also get a consult from a dermatologist to see if a cortisone injection may help flatten the scar.

Lisa Coombe It’s flat now but will be raised again soon

Civita Fahey Yes, Lisa, I agree with Marie. your scar looks like mine did and I ended up having cortisone injecti ... Read more

Civita Fahey Yes, Lisa, I agree with Marie. your scar looks like mine did and I ended up having cortisone injections to flatten as it was very itchy and sore. the cream and tapes didn't work for me. I went to a dermatologist and they took care of it.

Lynn Loudermilk the cream and tape are doing a good job for me so far.

Patsy Stewart That band around the bottom of your bra can be excruciating on your scar area. Is there any way that ... Read more

Patsy Stewart That band around the bottom of your bra can be excruciating on your scar area. Is there any way that you could just wear an undershirt and ditch the bra for awhile so that it can heal without the irritation? Who slung us up in these things anyway??!!

Lisa Coombe I only wear it when I’m out, as soon as I get home I undo it, I use a front opening bra, I could be ... Read more

Lisa Coombe I only wear it when I’m out, as soon as I get home I undo it, I use a front opening bra, I could be seeing cardiologist soon so will bring it up with them to see what they say about it

Lisa Coombeposted a photo

1207 days ago

Shannon Gray, Rose Madura, Lynn Loudermilk and 9 others reacted to this

All set for rehab, morning went well

Susan Lynn Yay!!! I'm sure you inspired everyone in the room with your shirt and positive outlook! ❤

Mike Dotson Love the shirt Lisa.

You are looking great Lisa, good luck with cardiac rehab. Be well. Blessings

Lisa Coombe Was great for the time frame of the morning

Lisa Coombe Second day done, went a bit fast on the bike, need to get use to going a bit slower which will be har ... Read more

Lisa Coombe Second day done, went a bit fast on the bike, need to get use to going a bit slower which will be hard to do

Lisa Coombeposted a photo

1221 days ago

Shannon Gray, Peter Linn, Amy K and 4 others reacted to this

6 weeks post op today and I’m feeling good, I have my 6 week appointment tomorrow and I’m just waiting for a time for cardiac rehab to start

Lisa Coombeposted a photo

1234 days ago

Susan Lynn, Carlos Banuelos reacted to this

My INR machine arrived today, was sent to me by the hospital along with 12 test strips

Susan Lynn Nice!! Very convenient!

Lisa Coombe Almost $700 and I didn’t have to pay anything for it

Lisa Coombeposted a photo

1242 days ago

Peter Linn, Lynn Loudermilk, Shannon Gray and 2 others reacted to this

3 weeks post op today

Deena Z Already looks faded!

Peter Linn Looks amazing!

Lisa Coombe Very itchy at th moment though

Lisa Coombeposted a photo

1245 days ago

Patsy Stewart reacted to this

My incision and my boyfriends, 11 years apart

Peter Linn Yours seems to be healing marvelously and quickly. Very impressive

Deena Z Lisa, your incision looks great, healing nicely and fast. You’re BF- what a warrior; he has been th ... Read more

Deena Z Lisa, your incision looks great, healing nicely and fast. You’re BF- what a warrior; he has been through so much. What an inspiration to have him by your side.

Lisa Coombe Mine was a pic from last week, it looks a lot better today

Deena Z Wow, you heal well. Keep protecting it! - especially with the breast “corset”. So glad for you! ... Read more

Deena Z Wow, you heal well. Keep protecting it! - especially with the breast “corset”. So glad for you!

Lisa Coombe My bf has been my rock through the last few weeks, I’m lucky to have found him. He’s been amazed ... Read more

Lisa Coombe My bf has been my rock through the last few weeks, I’m lucky to have found him. He’s been amazed seeing this surgery from an onlookers view instead of being the patient

Lynn Loudermilk Hey Deena...breast Corset?

Deena Z Lynn, Referring to bra from hospital :). It felt like a corset!

Lynn Loudermilk I didn't have one

Deena Z here is what Mt Sinai used on me: https://mastheadpink.com/product/elizabeth-surgical-bra/
It helps ... Read more

Deena Z here is what Mt Sinai used on me: https://mastheadpink.com/product/elizabeth-surgical-bra/
It helps keep the incision closed, but probably not essential. Does also help prevent keloiding, though from what I understand some of that is just genetics.

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Lisa Coombe I feel so uncomfortable in my bra, if I’m out I sometimes undo it. I think it’s from swelling tha ... Read more

Lisa Coombe I feel so uncomfortable in my bra, if I’m out I sometimes undo it. I think it’s from swelling that hasn’t gone down yet

Lynn Loudermilk Deena thanks that looks comfortable. Lisa my "boobs" are still puffy.

Lisa Coombe Same here

Lisa Coombe My swelling is coming down, I can tolerate having my bra on when out but once home it come straight o ... Read more

Lisa Coombe My swelling is coming down, I can tolerate having my bra on when out but once home it come straight off

Lisa Coombeposted a photo

1246 days ago

Lynn Loudermilk, Peter Linn, Peter Linn and 6 others reacted to this

My incision is looking beautiful

Rita Savelis Lovely

Marie Myers It does look very good.

E Taub Wow, you are really healing well... and fast. So glad for you.

Lisa Coombe I am 17 days post op in this photo

Cheryl Mann Impressive healing!

Lisa Coombe Fully healed now

Lisa Coombeposted a photo

1249 days ago

Peter Linn, Shannon Gray, Lynn Loudermilk and 4 others reacted to this

My cat wanted to lay on my chest so she came up on the pillow but wasn’t to sure

Marie Myers Looks like an attentive little nurse...

Peter Linn I think animals”know” things. Glad to see you home!

Rose Madura Animals DO know things.

Lisa Coombe She knows, she’s has been on my bed most of the night so far

Cheryl Mann She just wants mama to feel better… so do we. :)

Dave Raynor I agree with the "animals' thing. My cat was well aware something was up. I also feel our cat Bongo h ... Read more

Dave Raynor I agree with the "animals' thing. My cat was well aware something was up. I also feel our cat Bongo helped me heal better. He was there for me and he made me feel looked after. Of course my wife Kathy gets first kudos...but Bongo gets second...

Lisa Coombe My friend that looked after her while we were away said she knew we were coming back, she goes out si ... Read more

Lisa Coombe My friend that looked after her while we were away said she knew we were coming back, she goes out side during the day and normally doesn’t stay but Saturday she was around the house all day, she has been on my bed all night as well

E Taub Looking good!

Lisa Coombeposted a photo

1251 days ago

Susan Lynn, Rose Madura, Peter Linn and 5 others reacted to this

Leaving the city to head home, what a wonderful day

Susan Lynn Yay! Safe travels!!! ❤

Lisa Coombe Just got home after a long day

Lynn Loudermilk Stay safe!

Lisa Coombe I’m even in my bed, I have my wedge pillow and 2 others which feels alright. Will see how my night ... Read more

Lisa Coombe I’m even in my bed, I have my wedge pillow and 2 others which feels alright. Will see how my night goes
Thank all for helping through this journey, I know I have a long way to but your support have been wonderful

Deena Z No place like home!

Adam Pick Fantastic!!! Congrats Lisa!!!

Lisa Coombe Didn’t sleep in my bed, felt to uncomfortable so in the recliner I went, felt so disappointed becau ... Read more

Lisa Coombe Didn’t sleep in my bed, felt to uncomfortable so in the recliner I went, felt so disappointed because all I wanted was to sleep in my bed again

Lynn Loudermilk Lisa the first 4 nights I slept in the recliner and maybe 3 time after that. And now I have removed ... Read more

Lynn Loudermilk Lisa the first 4 nights I slept in the recliner and maybe 3 time after that. And now I have removed my wedge for the first time in over 3 years. It is amazing to lay flat in bed again. Don't be hard on yourself , sleeping in bed will happen.

Lisa Coombe Some of the taller buildings you can see in this picture my dad worked on back in the 80’s

Lisa Coombeposted a photo

1252 days ago

Scott Kinghorn, Cheryl Mann, Steve Kremer reacted to this

Was amazed to get this photo of my heart

Marie Myers Great picture!

Lisa Coombe They did a 4 second video, I took a screes shot to get the picture

Lisa Coombe This is actually up side down, only just noticed because I have a tattoo on my chest and it’s in th ... Read more

Lisa Coombe This is actually up side down, only just noticed because I have a tattoo on my chest and it’s in the bottom corner

Dave Raynor WOW!!!

Susan Lynn Totally cool! 🫀

Deena Z Second Dave's WOW!

Lisa Coombe The video is impressive as well, it was beating, would have been just after I was opened up

Tracy Fallu Wow

Lisa Coombeposted a photo

1258 days ago

Peter Linn, Shannon Gray, Lynn Loudermilk and 3 others reacted to this

Will be out of hospital tomorrow, it’s been a long week

Peter Linn I wish you the very best!!

Marie Myers You will actually be able to sleep and rest better once you get home. Hang in there! The first 2 week ... Read more

Marie Myers You will actually be able to sleep and rest better once you get home. Hang in there! The first 2 weeks are the hardest, then things will prove day by day.

Else Reed Your incision looks great. Ask if they can cluster your visits during the night, so you will get some ... Read more

Else Reed Your incision looks great. Ask if they can cluster your visits during the night, so you will get some sleep. Wishing you the best! The worst is behind you!

Lynn Loudermilk I agree with Else, your incision looks great. I also agree first 2 weeks are the hardest.

Lisa Coombe Not fully home though, have to stay in the city for another week at least

Deena Z You sure have had a long week! But you did it. Long journey. Hope you got the photo for your son. E ... Read more

Deena Z You sure have had a long week! But you did it. Long journey. Hope you got the photo for your son. Every day you will get stronger. Ditto Marie and Lynn. The first two weeks are the most challenging, your confidence and strength grows every day. It's OVER. Just remember that!!!

Cameron Peek When I moved from the hospital to the hotel it was amazing how much better I slept. Glad you are prog ... Read more

Cameron Peek When I moved from the hospital to the hotel it was amazing how much better I slept. Glad you are progressing along.

Lisa Coombe Deena, they did a video for us, I don’t have it yet but it was done

Cheryl Mann Hang in there Lisa! I am sure you will sleep better at the hotel and just think how glorious it will ... Read more

Cheryl Mann Hang in there Lisa! I am sure you will sleep better at the hotel and just think how glorious it will feel to finally be home soon! One day at a time. You’re doing great.

Dave Raynor That looks about like mine!

Dave Raynor If you don't mind...may I ask what type of replacement aortic valve you had put in?

Lisa Coombe I had a 25mm st judes mechanical valve

Lisa Coombeposted a photo

1260 days ago

Lynn Loudermilk, Rose Madura, Frank Giovanniello and 2 others reacted to this

Doing great, just need to get my INR up into range, it’s currently 1.1

Frank Giovanniello Speedy recovery Lisa. See, all that worrying. Too much time waiting. God be with you.

Lisa Coombe Almost fell over today, hurt a little but I’m ok. Did my stairs test with no problems so looking go ... Read more

Lisa Coombe Almost fell over today, hurt a little but I’m ok. Did my stairs test with no problems so looking good to getting out tomorrow

Lynn Loudermilk Great job Lisa. Except for the almost falling over. I was unsteady for about a week after I got hom ... Read more

Lynn Loudermilk Great job Lisa. Except for the almost falling over. I was unsteady for about a week after I got home then things really improved.

Dave Raynor I had to get my INR up to 2.5. Took a month or so but I go there. In fact I over did it last month an ... Read more

Dave Raynor I had to get my INR up to 2.5. Took a month or so but I go there. In fact I over did it last month and it got up to 4.8. Got it back to 2.2 this week. It is a juggling act no doubt.

Lisa Coombe INR is steady at 2.3 today

Lisa Coombeposted a photo

1261 days ago

Michael Morrison reacted to this

Just after surgery

Else Reed They will get rid of hoses and ports fast. Get better soon, Lisa.

Lisa Coombe I’m 3 days post op and feeling good so far

Lisa Coombeposted a photo

1262 days ago

Shannon Gray, Lynn Loudermilk, Patsy Stewart and 11 others reacted to this

Made it through,now onto recovery

Marie Myers You made it, congratulations!!

Lynn Loudermilk You look good. You got this!

Deena Z Lisa, you made it through the hardest parts; give yourself one more day to feel that much better. Re ... Read more

Deena Z Lisa, you made it through the hardest parts; give yourself one more day to feel that much better. Recovery-- bring it on!

Susan Lynn You did it! Welcome to recovery! ❤

Michael Morrison Woohoo! Way to go Lisa...let the journey begin!

Adam Pick Welcome to the "other side" Lisa!!! Congrats!!! ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

Mike Dotson The look of relief. You did it!

Lisa Coombe I’m doing well pain wise, had a slight drop in bp when they got me up yesterday but Was ok the sec ... Read more

Lisa Coombe I’m doing well pain wise, had a slight drop in bp when they got me up yesterday but Was ok the second time

Welcome to recovery Lisa. Continued good health and God bless you

Paula Romero Congrats Lisa - 💜💜

John Mohr Congrats!

Lisa Coombeposted a photo

1264 days ago

Lynn Loudermilk, Jill Boroniec, Rose Madura and 4 others reacted to this

4:30 in the morning (Australia time) it’s surgery day and I got this, everything is done and I’m ready

Marie Myers Sweet dreams, and see you on the recovery side!

Deena Z Finally… to a healthier you. Godspeed, Lisa. You totally have this!!!

Susan Lynn Thinking of you, Lisa! ❤

Rose Madura Please keep us posted from the recovery side.

Keeping you in prayer. God bless you

Patsy Stewart Thought about you several times today. Praying that everything went well. ~❤️

Lisa Coombeposted a photo

1268 days ago

Lynn Loudermilk, Dylan Kempers, Patsy Stewart and 5 others reacted to this

All set for today’s appointment, at the airport ready to go

Marie Myers Best wishes for a smooth journey through surgery and recovery!

Patsy Stewart Safe travels and prayers for you as you prepare for your surgery. ‘You got this!’~❤️

Deena Z Yes!! We are all rooting for you, Lisa. You sooo got this!

Lisa Coombe 2 dr and 2 nurses I have to see today, got here early but that’s ok

Lisa Coombe Followed by bloods and a chest x ray, just need a lung function test that they are going to try do to ... Read more

Lisa Coombe Followed by bloods and a chest x ray, just need a lung function test that they are going to try do tomorrow

Lisa Coombeposted a photo

1272 days ago

Patsy Stewart, Shannon Gray, Deena Z and 4 others reacted to this

I was on this plane, it was the day I went to see my surgeon and my partner took a video as the plane took off

Marie Myers Pretty colors!

Deena Z Beautiful sunrise, nice pic. Hopeful for a bright emerging day. -as it was!

Lisa Coombeposted a photo

1281 days ago

Rose Madura, Deena Z, Lynn Loudermilk and 7 others reacted to this

Saw this in a clothing shop today and just had to get it

Deena Z Totally perfect for you, Lisa. The universe is sending you a wonderful message!

Cheryl Mann Yes!

Susan Lynn It's a sign!!! ❤

Lisa Coombe Wearing it for both appointments

Lisa Coombeposted a photo

1284 days ago

Susan Lynn, Shannon Gray, Patsy Stewart reacted to this

5:46 am and I’m ready for my day, have a video question from my son for the surgeon, I’m just hoping for a good day

Susan Lynn We're thinking of you, Lisa! Please keep us posted! ❤

Deena Z Finally, great!! Godspeed.

Lisa Coombe Surgery is in 2 weeks

Lynn Loudermilk Lisa...Prayers!

Deena Z Yay! Congrats, Lisa on standing up for YOU. Hope that the surgeon or cardiologist will give you me ... Read more

Deena Z Yay! Congrats, Lisa on standing up for YOU. Hope that the surgeon or cardiologist will give you meds or at least specific instructions on how to care for yourself during the next two weeks, so that walking is not so difficult.

Lisa Coombe I’m seeing my gp on Wednesday so he will be happy to know I do have a date for surgery