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Diagnosis: Aortic Stenosis, Bicuspid Aortic Valve

Member Since: December 21, 2014

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Kathleen F. got a guestbook from Priya A

3 years ago (November 30, 2022)

My husband is 53 and contemplating doing the Ross procedure w Dr El-Hamamsy in Mt Sinai new york. I would like to see what your experience has been with this complicated procedure. Also specifically wondering how closely the follow ups are (since you have your surgery at MtSinai as well)

Kathleen F.

Hi! I had the surgery 8 years ago and couldn't have had a better outcome. I see my cardiologist every year for an echocardiogram and everything's been great. Initially the follow-up was every 6 months, but there were no issues and I take no meds, so more follow-up wasn't necessary.... Read more.

Priya A

Hi thank you so much for your response. For some reason I just realize that you had responded today. If you have a chance i would love to talk to you.. 7325130510

Kathleen F. got a guestbook from Timothy Andre

4 years ago (April 30, 2022)

Hey Kathleen, I read your valve story and discovered Dr. Stelzer was your surgeon. I am 24 days into recovery and was number 778 for him and the "Ross Procedure". I love finding more people on this website that are also Stelzer patients. I feel we are all closely connected... Read more.

Kathleen F.

Thatâ€™s amazing, thanks for reaching out! I just read your journal and am so glad youâ€™re handling the recovery like a pro! Taking it easy isnâ€™t easy! I canâ€™t believe you got Covid a few days after surgery. Thatâ€™s scary. Dr. Stelzer is an amazing man, we are lucky to... Read more.

Christopher Cozzi

Hi Kathleen. I'm glad you found a surgeon you trust and like. All the best on your procedure. I am now 4 weeks post surgery. Very impatient, but I am getting stronger every day.

Timothy Andre

Thanks for the kind words Kathleen. You are right, taking it easy isn't easy. So true! One day at a time is all I can do 😊

Kathleen F. got a guestbook from Damian Kudelka

7 years ago (August 16, 2018)

Hi Kathleen. I caught up on your posts. Great news you are doing so well. I'm 3.5 years post-Ross with Stelzer and pulmonary stenotic perhaps severe and may require pulmonary valve replacement. I will find out test results and talk with doctor in about a week. I'm a bit shocked... Read more.