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Diagnosis: Aortic Stenosis, Bicuspid Aortic Valve, Aortic Aneurysm

Member Since: July 30, 2019

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6 years ago (April 1, 2020)

Now this is it. Larry Studmuffin Manshel is on the left and I am still in my pajamas on the right. Larry got discharged a day ahead of me but he still called to check on me. Our wives also found support from each other which was very comforting. Larry... Read more.

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Susan Lynn

You guys look fantastic and are certainly brightening our day! Love the yellow sock, too, John! Glad you're both doing well and setting a great example for the folks who are on deck for their surgeries - you did it - they can, too!!! You both are rock stars! Success... Read more.

Lorraine Mobley

Happy Recovery! You both look great!

Chris Calhoun

ah the yellow socks - memories....................I could not even put them on by myself right after surgery- being able to put them on myself was a milestone!

John Roland uploaded a photo

6 years ago (March 20, 2020)

Hello Adam and all the heart valve warriors. I hooked up with Larry Manshel shortly after we both had our heart catheterizations. Comforting we are scheduled for our surgeries at the Cleveland Clinic the same day. Small world. The website comes thru again

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Susan Lynn

That's so cool! You guys look like you're doing great! This site literally brings heart warriors together!

Adam Pick

You... Yes, you... John and Larry... Just made me smile. I cannot tell you how special it is to see you together as you prepare for your surgeries. There is no doubt. You just made my day, my week, my month, my year, my decade with this photo. It is... Read more.

Larry Manshel

Stumbled upon this site about a week ago. What a gift! To have someone going through this at the same time, at the same hospital makes it just that much easier. Looking forward to the days after surgery when we can celebrate from 6 feet ðŸ˜€. Especially now that no... Read more.

Dan Baltazor

This is so cool! Heart brothers in real time!

Frank Giovanniello

Dan said it just right!!

Nancy Chavez

Go heart bros! What a great photo. It has been such a crazy week with social isolating, shelter in place, figuring how to get supplies and wondering if surgery will be canceled. We get you â¤ï¸

Larry Manshel

John: this is my cell if you want to contact me directly. 985.789.2459

Larry Manshel

Texting might be easier.

Rob Sparling

Awesome! A bond to keep strong!