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Diagnosis: Aortic Regurgitation, Bicuspid Aortic Valve

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Paul Taylor posted an update

10 years ago (December 2, 2015)

Greetings everyone, Just wondering what everyone's experience with Cardiac Rehab has been? I'm 30 years old, former strength and conditioning coach/trainer, and very active person. My surgeon doesn't think I need cardiac rehab but my cardiologist wants me to give it a shot. I've been walking plenty on my own,... Read more.

W. Carter

Its very positive. The upper body work helps with chest and shoulder pain. You will have a heart monitor on so they will read your vitals under pressure like a stress test.

Sophia Ridley

I'm looking forward to going. Heard great things.

Flo Em

I had a very positive experience with Cardiac Rehab. I learned a lot and I lost weight too - which was wonderful!

Jeanette Davidson

I did not have cardiac rehab per recommendation from my surgeon and cardiologist. I had he wanted valve replacement and triple bypass. I'm 53 years old. I've been walking, taking one to one Pilates once a week and taking a dance class and it's working out fine for me. do... Read more.

Gary Stripling

I'm 56 and not athletic in the least. So cardiac rehab is helping me on 2 fronts: it is providing much-needed exercise and is restoring my self-confidence in my health outlook after such an invasive OHS & pacemaker lead replacement surgery. I highly recommend you at least give it a... Read more.

Kenny Knox

I'm 33 and did not do cardiac rehad. I recovered fine. I used to coach basketball but I wasn't very active right before the surgery. If insurance pays for your cardiac rehad, may be worth trying.

Michael Shaughnessy

I did not attend cardiac rehab. I am a runner and triathlete. When they came to evaluate me for rehab determined I didnt need it. Already ahead of expectations at 1 month. Hired a Yoga instructor from Cleveland clinic instead for 6 weeks. He was great. I was in pretty... Read more.

Liz Burroughs

I think that you should give cardiac rehab a try & see if it will work for you. Today was my 4th day at CR. I'm really enjoying it! They start you out slow & plan an exercise program designed just for you. You're always on a heart monitor &... Read more.

Mary K

Paul, I think that you are wise to go. I am just finishing up, and am happy with both my progress physically, and in the newly acquired deep understanding of the process of conditioning my new improved heart.

Paul Taylor posted an update

10 years ago (November 20, 2015)

Just tackled a brisk 50 minute walk with three flights of stairs and aside from a little beading of sweat, I feel amazing! Just under 5 weeks out.

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Enrique K

Right on Paul!

Liz Burroughs

Hi Paul, that's great news! Keep up the good work!! Take care. Liz

Doran Herritt

Awesome

Tammy Pilcher

Congrats Paul!

Paul Taylor posted an update

10 years ago (October 28, 2015)

10 days ago, Dr. Paul Stelzer at Mt. Sinai hospital in NYC performed the Ross procedure on me. It's been quite an interesting ride so far, and thankfully uneventful. I feel so grateful to be alive and on the mend. Recovery was tougher than I expected while in the hospital,... Read more.

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Enrique K

Great News Paul! Keep on healing

Jean Knappik

Good to hear, Paul! I hope you have a speedy recovery!

Lisa Heinen

Great news Paul! I think count is off as was told I was #585 on sept 30th with Dr Stelzer ðŸ˜Š welcome to recovery!

Doran Herritt

Wait I thought I was 585. Just kidding. Good to hear you are doing well. I am 8 days postop and would agree being home is easier than I expected. Take care, Drn

Doran Herritt

Absolutely! Just trying to get everybody to smile. Congrats to both of you. I wish you both the best. 585 or not!