Dan's Profile

Diagnosis: Aortic Stenosis, Bicuspid Aortic Valve, Aortic Aneurysm

Member Since: December 3, 2021

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About Me

Surgery date set, 3/28/22. Full disclosure, a bit anxious. I went from thinking and hoping TAVR was where I was headed to open heart surgery. Need aortic valve replacement, enlarged ascending aorta replaced, and left atrial appendage removed. Still weeks away and I hate the wait. Thankful I found this site, such an excellent resource. Also, grateful Dr. Gerdisch from St Francis Indianapolis is my surgeon, very impressive after just intial appointment.
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    I am from: Martinsville, Indiana, United States
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    My surgery date was: March 28, 2022
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    I was diagnosed with: Aortic Stenosis, Bicuspid Aortic Valve, Aortic Aneurysm
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    My surgery was: Aortic Valve Replacement, Aortic Aneurysm Replacement
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    My doctor is: Dr. Marc Gerdisch
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    My hospital is: Franciscan Health Heart Valve Center

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