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Diagnosis: Mitral Regurgitation

Member Since: September 23, 2020

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Ron Gifford posted a photo
4 years ago (June 18, 2021)
This is why we make the hard decisions before surgery and do the hard work of rehab after surgery: here I am, almost 9 months post-OHS, taking my grandson to his first swim lesson!
Absolutely love this! Thanks for sharing!!!
There is an abundant life after heart surgery!
Ron Gifford posted a photo
5 years ago (March 25, 2021)
Go Ron! Go! Dang your future looks bright! OHS in the rear view mirror! C19 Vaccine... Check!!! Now... Let's Go Blue!!!! Sweet 16!!! And... Thanks for the very kind words about the website Ron. That really means a lot to me. If you need anything, please let me know. I'm... Read more.
I celebrate with you! That's incredible, the smile on your face says it all.
Ron Gifford posted an update
5 years ago (September 28, 2020)
My mitral valve repair was a total success, according to my surgeon. Today is Day 4 (surgery was Friday morning). My recovery is progressing very well -- up walking the halls, sitting up with no issues, pain is pretty manageable. Had some afib in the middle of the night last... Read more.
Congrats, sounds great, you are just a few days behind me, mine was the 22nd!
Fantastic news, Ron! Continued success with your recovery!!!
Congratulations! Wishing you the best on your continued recovery. I also had one instance of AFIB in the hospital and was give Amiodarone via IV. They kept me on it for a month after I was discharged.
Sounds like your doing very well. Not as bad as you thought! Keep walking. Stay Well.
Great news. Continued recovery. Going home tomorrow, YEAH! Looking good. God bless you
Great news. Listen to your body during recovery.

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