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I met with Dr. Williams at Mt. Sinai in New York today and Dr. Chen. I am opting for the Ross Procedure. Dr. Williams and Dr. El-Hamamsy are performing ...Read more

I met with Dr. Williams at Mt. Sinai in New York today and Dr. Chen. I am opting for the Ross Procedure. Dr. Williams and Dr. El-Hamamsy are performing the valve surgery and bypass. This is great news. The not so great news is that my surgery date is December 18th. That feels like a lifetime away.

Overall, I am relieved to have a date and a plan, know the players, and better understand the procedure. I feel further along in the process and confident in the surgical team and feel well informed. Now it is time to take care of my physical health and mental well-being between now and December 18th.

It is all going to be okay - better than okay. I am grateful ... scared, but grateful.

J Alexander Lassally Well stated the fusion of fear and resolve and gratitude. You will power through it !

Rose Madura JC, half the battle is understanding the fight. You've chosen excellent surgeons. Try to enjoy the u ... Read more

Rose Madura JC, half the battle is understanding the fight. You've chosen excellent surgeons. Try to enjoy the upcoming Thanksgiving Holiday as you prepare. God bless you on this journey.

JC Carlson Thanks, J! And congratulations to you coming up on your anniversary soon! How is life post-surgery?

JC Carlson Rose, thank you! Please enjoy the holidays too. Hugs!

Pamela Gregory JC, you have a very sound plan in place with excellent surgeons. Most on this site will tell you tha... Read more

Pamela Gregory JC, you have a very sound plan in place with excellent surgeons. Most on this site will tell you that waiting is the hardest part and I agree. As Rose said, try to enjoy Thanksgiving, time with friends and family, and doing things you love. Listen to your body, don't overdo it, and I am sure they have the timing perfect for you

Deena Z Hi JC, everyone is scared. Even if somehow you knew your operation outcome would be perfect, there a ... Read more

Deena Z Hi JC, everyone is scared. Even if somehow you knew your operation outcome would be perfect, there are so many crazy things that we all think about that can drive immense in-trepidation. Try to surrender to acceptance that there is a threshold to what you can control. And the percent risk is so so low at Sinai. This helped me. Also- if you want the procedure sooner than Dec, did you ask to be placed on a waiting list, given you are local?

J Alexander Lassally Hi JC - Life continues to evolve post surgery and thanks for noticing my 1 year coming up. Happy to e ... Read more

J Alexander Lassally Hi JC - Life continues to evolve post surgery and thanks for noticing my 1 year coming up. Happy to email you / exchange that. I know you are in good hands with Dr E-H....

Andrew Dial Everyone is scared in some way.. but I truly believe you were born for this. If you have a minute, pl ... Read more

Andrew Dial Everyone is scared in some way.. but I truly believe you were born for this. If you have a minute, please watch my documentary. We made it in hopes to help/inspire/support other heart warriors.

https://youtu.be/OLbp3wJlmFw?si=KsIf9p_Wq2QXiPE4">https://youtu.be/OLbp3wJlmFw?si=KsIf9p_Wq2QXiPE4

Heart Warrior: Andy's Ross Procedure Story ð«

https://www.youtube.com/watch?si=KsIf9p_Wq2QXiPE4

Join Andy on his journey through open heart surgery and triumph over aortic stenosis in this powerful documentary, 'Heart Warrior.' Witness the resilience, c...

Brian Earley JC I met with this exact team about a year ago (Sept 2023) and they did my Ross. Such a great team an ... Read more

Brian Earley JC I met with this exact team about a year ago (Sept 2023) and they did my Ross. Such a great team and everyone at Mt Sinai was incredible. If I can be of any help, please reach out via message or email BEarley17@gmail.com

JC Carlson Andy - thank you for your docu-video. I watched it and it helped a lot! You are a real Heart Warrior! ... Read more

JC Carlson Andy - thank you for your docu-video. I watched it and it helped a lot! You are a real Heart Warrior! We are Heart Warriors. 2 days and counting for me.

JC Carlson Hey Brian! I have 2 days to go. I will be in touch. THANK YOU!!!