David Alejandro - Heart Valve Journal

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3154 days ago

I thought I share this video illustrating the procedure I went through @ Good Samaritan Hospital in Cincinnati Ohio. The LEAR Technique, or Robotic Assisted ...Read more

I thought I share this video illustrating the procedure I went through @ Good Samaritan Hospital in Cincinnati Ohio. The LEAR Technique, or Robotic Assisted Minimal Invasive Mitral Valve repair video is from St. Joseph's Hospital Atlanta GA. Contains operation graphics. Do not watch after eating... LOL https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XIJYlmV7ZOI&app=desktop

Heart Surgery Through Tiny Holes

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XIJYlmV7ZOI

Dr. Doug Murphy gives an introduction to the LEAR Technique that his team has pioneered at Saint Joseph's Hospital in Atlanta, Ga.

Richard Puckett This is amazing. I will be having a mitral valve repair done very soon. I have a partially blocked ... Read more

Richard Puckett This is amazing. I will be having a mitral valve repair done very soon. I have a partially blocked LAD artery that needs to be repaired at the same time. I was initially told that the two repairs couldn't be done with the robotic assisted approach. I wonder if anybody else has a similar situation.

Lenore Mitchell Not certain about robotic approach, but the LAD is a coronary artery and is on the surface of the hea ... Read more

Lenore Mitchell Not certain about robotic approach, but the LAD is a coronary artery and is on the surface of the heart whereas the valve is inside. Just go to the best hospital and best doc you can and you'll be fine.

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3154 days ago

Hello All, Jesus bless all upcoming operations with success and quick recovery! I'm on my 8th day after Mitral Valve repair on 3/18 with minimal invasive Robotic ...Read more

Hello All, Jesus bless all upcoming operations with success and quick recovery! I'm on my 8th day after Mitral Valve repair on 3/18 with minimal invasive Robotic assisted procedure. Recuperating at home. I was discharged from Good Samaritan Hospital in Cincinnati, OH on 3/23 six days latter. I would recommend the minimal invasive Robotic assisted procedure to anyone that qualifies. I'm 59 yrs. old. I feel great, like I can go back to normal activities, but of course, going to take it easy and follow Dr.'s instructions. Follow up in 2 weeks with Surgeon. I pray I will continue to heal promptly.

Gosh I keep being told that the "Best way is a full Sternotomy " the big one with the big scar but I ... Read more

Gosh I keep being told that the "Best way is a full Sternotomy " the big one with the big scar but I hear at mayo Phoenix they do minimally invasive and robotic. Did you get to choose? How did the robot get to be your recommended procedure? Glad you are doing well.

Barbara Laurie David, it's awesome! PTL Hope your heath is revitalized and blessed, thanks for your prayerful kindne ... Read more

Barbara Laurie David, it's awesome! PTL Hope your heath is revitalized and blessed, thanks for your prayerful kindnesses❤️💕❤️

David Alejandro Dan, I was scared to have something "mechanically" go wrong with the Robot. I work with industrial eq ... Read more

David Alejandro Dan, I was scared to have something "mechanically" go wrong with the Robot. I work with industrial equipment and know things can have a breakdown. I researched online everything I could find about the Davinci Robot used in my operation. From failures, law suits, success stories watching videos of the operation, etc. When compared to the possible problems that can occur with open heart including longer recovery, more pain, etc. I decided to go the Robot way. Boy I'm glad I did. Tough decision, though. Make sure the Dr. IS EXPERIENCED and has many operations experience. I was at peace with Dr. J. Michael Smith @ Good Samaritan, in Cincinnati OH.
Well known for his skills with the Robotic procedure. Only heard many comments of how good he is.
Jesus be with you!

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3678 days ago

Just signed up today. Diagnosed with a Mitral Valve Prolapse in 1977. Mostly asymptomatic except for occasional palpitations. Yearly check up with Cardiologist. ...Read more

Just signed up today. Diagnosed with a Mitral Valve Prolapse in 1977. Mostly asymptomatic except for occasional palpitations. Yearly check up with Cardiologist. Now I've been told I have more regurgitation and it may be time for repairing the valve. I'm seeking more information including second opinion. Thank HVS.com for great information. I will be seeing my cardiologist again soon. Update follows. God bless! David Alejandro

Lenore Mitchell Good luck, David. I also have mitral regurgitation and went from my Colorado home to cleveland clinic ... Read more

Lenore Mitchell Good luck, David. I also have mitral regurgitation and went from my Colorado home to cleveland clinic on Oct 1 to see a cardiologist and am having surgery there January 7. There's great info and support on this site.

Jayne Martinko Welcome Dave, sounds like our stories are very similiar. I will be having Mitral Valve repair surger ... Read more

Jayne Martinko Welcome Dave, sounds like our stories are very similiar. I will be having Mitral Valve repair surgery next week to correct a murmur/ valve prolapses discovered when I was a child. You will love the information you can get from the website...and the book is fantastic. Will enjoy following your story.

Susan Ericsson Hi David. That was my story. Had my repair two weeks ago today. This board is great, welcome.

Joan Napier I would like to welcome you too, David. You've found a very helpful and supportive site here! And I' ... Read more

Joan Napier I would like to welcome you too, David. You've found a very helpful and supportive site here! And I'll add myself to the list of stories similar to your own with MVP. My surgery is scheduled November 10.