I think it's called a coincidence, or maybe serendipity, or even deja vu.

Ever wonder, "What does a normal heart valve look like?"

One of my favorite television shows is 60 Minutes on CBS. I love the stories. I love the reporters. And, I love the way they tackle subjects that really make you think. (I even find Andy Rooney pretty darn funny.)

Hi everybody,

As you may be learning or have already learned...

Recently, I received an interesting question about bacterial endocarditis. The question was, "Adam: Do you know of any celebrities with endocarditis?"

Many patients and caregivers say that heart valve surgery can be similar to a roller-coaster. There are emotional and physical "ups". And, there are emotional and physical "downs".

Happy Holidays Everybody!

This month has been absolutely amazing!

Hey everybody,

It's amazing to think...

I am a very lucky man. Throughout my life, I have been fortunate to have great parents, supportive siblings, guru-like mentors, steady work and now, a wonderful wife in Robyn. This may seem strange for you to hear... But, I especially appreciate my double heart valve replacement surgery.

Okay. Okay.

As some of you may know, I am a high technology analyst for a leading firm here in Los Angeles. I am also a former, double heart valve replacement patient with a personal mission to help future patients and caregivers.

Konichiwa!

Konichiwa!!

Have you ever wondered when the first heart surgery was performed?

A great question just came in about heart valve disease, specifically a heart valve infection. The email reads, "Adam, what is a heart valve infection? What are heart valve infection symptoms?"

As many of you know, I had my heart surgery in Los Angeles, California at USC Medical Center by Dr. Vaughn Starnes. I believe I was fortunate for two reasons.

I'll never forget my second opinion from Dr. Michael Chaikin, a cardiologist in Los Angeles, California.