Recent content by COfireftr

Thanks so much for the kind words and for being such a good resource to others. Much appreciated! Take care!

Wow, I am absolutely humbled that you would use the word "inspiring". I'm just a normal dude that has been inspired reading all the stories on here for years. People like you taking the time to encourage total strangers is inspiring. Thanks for taking the time to say those nice things and for...

I don't blame you for trying to find a surgeon at Mayo since you live so close. How lucky are you to live close to such a great place! I had a BAV repair in July. I looked in to Mayo while Surgeon "shopping" and found the same thing. I just couldn't find much info about them doing repairs. I...

Thanks so much to everyone for the well wishes! Surgery went well. The bicuspid aortic valve repair was a success! I checked in the morning of the July 3rd and was discharged today, less than 5 days later. We'll be staying in a Cleveland hotel until Tuesday and then flying home to Colorado...

Thanks so much to everyone for the well wishes! Surgery went well. The bicuspid aortic valve repair was a success! I checked in the morning of the July 3rd and was discharged today, less than 5 days later. We'll be staying in a Cleveland hotel until Tuesday and then flying home to Colorado...

Thanks so much to everyone for the support and well wishes. It's so appreciated! My wife and I started a blog going to chronicle the adventure if anyone is interested. It's part educational, part travelogue, and just an overall look at the journey from a light and fun perspective. Catch you all...

Thanks so much, Michele! there have been times I wished I didn't have so much time but in the end I feel fortunate. Take care!

It's funny you mention the 4th. I was actually hesitant scheduling surgery on the 3rd for fear that the staff will be grumpy working on the holiday. Would be even better if they had beer at the celebration and they could save me a few of those. :Face-Smirk:

Thank you, Steve! I'm pretty sure you were in the waiting room when I joined shortly after getting diagnosed. It was so great to see you still active here when I started dropping back in again. You have always offered a positive and calming presence and the forum is lucky to have you. I see...

Things just got real! After many years of anticipation, some anxiety, and countless hours of research, surgery is in the near near future. At times all these years in the waiting room have been challenging, although I've done my best not to let it consume me. Sometimes I've embraced the...

Thanks so much to both of you! I really appreciate you taking the time and sharing your experiences. So glad you are both doing well! At the beginning of this journey the thought of traveling cross country for a semi frequent procedure that can be done close to home wasn't even an option. The...

Thanks so much to both of you! I really appreciate you taking the time and sharing your experiences. So glad you are both doing well! At the beginning of this journey the thought of traveling cross country for a semi frequent procedure that can be done close to home wasn't even an option. The...

Hi All, I'm in the process of shopping for a surgeon/hospital to do my procedure. I'm 40 y/o BAV with severe AI and some symptoms. I live in Northern Colorado. I met with a surgeon at my local regional hospital who is ready to operate, but his choices seem limited. He obviously wants to put in...

Thanks for responding. Sounds very similar. It's great to hear that you're feeling better! I really don't feel bad, but something feels a little off. As we all know the mind is powerful and I constantly find myself questioning every last weird feeling. It doesn't freak me out or slow me down. I...

I'm glad you pushed the issue and are feeling better. I find myself going back and forth on whether to just get it fixed or wait as long as I can. I feel like my cardio would support waiting a little longer but the fact he had me meet with a surgeon tells me he is ready whenever I am. My...