Home > Community > Patient News Feed > Jj Castillo

Jj's Photos

Diagnosis: Pulmonary Regurgitation

Member Since: January 11, 2016

Send Jj a Note

My Photos

Jj Castillo uploaded a photo
10 years ago (May 11, 2016)
Two days after my 5th open heart surgery.
👍 Someone, Someone and reacted to this
Bob Fessler
Wow! You look great especially after only two days. I hope I look half as good.
Dan Edle
what were all of your 5 open heart surgeries for? I had my first in early March to repair my mitral valve.
Kate Watson
5th! Oh man, I can't imagine. Two was bad enough but you look great!
Jj Castillo
Jeff, my surgeon likes the bovine tissue valves so that's what I have. And Dan, my first OHS was when I was 1 to correct several defects in my heart, 3 Of the surgeries were to replace the pulmonary valve and one was to put a patch on my right... Read more.
Sophia Ridley
JJ - you're smiling and an inspiration!! Very best wishes for a smooth recovery.
Jj Castillo
Thank you! My surgery was in February and I feel absolutely great 😀 And yes! If the valve lasts 10 years I'll be happy 😊
Petey Bello
Wow 5 surgeries...I can't imagine. You look great! Thanks for sharing your wonderful picture. Very inspiring!
Jj Castillo
Dan, thank you! and yes, you will! 😊 And petey, thank you 😊

Upcoming Surgeries

Jane Schappell
Jane Schappell
Aortic Stenosis
May 13, 2026
Margaret Devenney
Margaret Devenney
Aortic Stenosis
May 14, 2026
Chris Freyer
Chris Freyer
Mitral Regurgitation
May 15, 2026

Surgeon Finder

Surgeon Finder

Find and research over 1,500 patient-recommended heart valve surgeons.

Search Now

The Patient's Guide

The Patient's Guide

This book has helped over 47,000 patients and caregivers from diagnosis to recovery.

Patient's Guide