Chris's Profile

Member Since: January 10, 2012

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About Me

I'm 38, 2 perfect kiddos, incredible wife, and just had a bomb dropped on me -- I need an aortic valve. I had what I thought was some type of occasional vertigo only to learn that my dizziness is caused by severe aortic stenosis. Evidently, I was born with a bicuspid aortic valve which is pretty rare. I look forward to learning from others here and sharing my experiences to help families that are about to go through what I am. God bless you.
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    I am from: Houston, Texas, United States
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    My surgery date was: February 27, 2012
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    My doctor is: Dr. Paul Stelzer
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    My hospital is: The Mount Sinai Hospital

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