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Gotcha. That is actually a good idea to consider, especially if I decide to consult with anyone at Cleveland Clinic (far far away). <3

Lyn, Thanks again, that is going to be some very helpful info and I will check into ALL of it :) Regarding getting second opinions just from records though, I personally feel it also important to meet the surgeons and get a personal sense of comfort with them as well. <3, Sara

Happy Birthday babies!!! :) Ryen, I am trying to PM you, but still don't know how...lol, I'm only a few hours old on this site. Would you mind Pm'ing me please so I can respond? Thanks!!! :)

Hi Ryen, Thanks for sharing all that great info! I will definitely be sending you a note to ask about your experience as well, since it seems like we are in the minority going through it at this age and I'm curious if/how that affects the experience. <3, Sara P.S. Are those your babies...

Hmm, good point Lyn! I have Blue Cross PPO, so I will check with them. Although I never thought of that, I believe any additional expenses would be ok if it helps me make the right choice.

Hi Debi, That sounds about right, as I left his office a message to schedule a consultation 3 days ago, and am still waiting to hear back! But I would definitely be interesting in PM'ing you to hear about your experience with your procedure :) Lyn, That is a great idea. Honestly, I think I...

Nadine, Thank you for the warm welcome! I can already see that this here is a wonderful community and I'm very comforted by all the support & information here :) I also appreciate your help with locating some of Dr. Shemin's patients -- they will definitely be getting a note from me asking...

Hi Al! Thank you so much for all of your thoughts. I have my consults set up in the next 2 weeks, so I will see what the Dr.'s have to say and how I feel about each one and keep you guys updated. And yes, you are correct - I am aiming for a repair so I can have babies :). If that can't be...

I have not had any procedures in the past, other than many many many of the routine echos, ekgs, etc, about every 3-6 months. I was started on coumadin 3 years ago after a small clot, and took that for a year and a half, but it made me feel pretty crummy so they agreed to take me off and put me...

I can completely relate to your amazement at "how much of the decision of getting this surgery was up to me" -- I have been feeling the same way, and have yet to relate to anyone on that. I, too, have been consistently told I've been on the "borderline" for a mitral valve repair for several...

Hi Lyn! :) My primary cardiologist is Dr. Jaime Moriguchi at UCLA. His referrals were to Dr. Laks & Dr. Shemin, who are both his UCLA colleagues. Although I'm sure they are both qualified surgeons, I just wanted to do my homework to make sure I find the best Dr. & facility available, and not...

Hi there! My name is Sara and I'm new to this thread. I'm 26 years old, live in Los Angeles, and have had heart valve issues for most of my life. I have a moderate-severe mitral valve regurgitation, mitral valve prolapse, atrial flutter, and ventricular arrythmia. I was always told that I...