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Congratulations Doug! Kurt and I have been thinking about you and are so happy you're doing well. Keep up the good work and get plenty of rest. Visits are great but can really wipe you out. Listen to your body and best wishes for a smooth recovery. ~ Christine

Hi Doug, I wanted to wish you the very best with your surgery! You're in great hands and you'll be amazed how much better you'll feel (physically and emotionally) once you've healed. My husband, Kurt (45) had his AVR last December and is now lifting heavy weights and running 5 days a week. He...

Hi Gil, you are going to do great we are all pulling for you on the 17th. You will be pleased at how good you feel several days weeks & months down the road post op. Kurt

It's been a couple of months since I've posted. It's hard to believe it's been over 4 months since Kurt's AVR. He's doing great and is actually working out as I write this. Words can't describe how intense things were for us this past fall and early winter; this board and your loving support...

4 weeks out 4 weeks out Hi All, I apologize for not getting back to everyone sooner its been an intense time for the last 4 months with Christine and I dealing with health challenges at the same time. Once we knew I was going to be ok we started to let our guard down a bit and that feels...

Hello All, just wanted to drop a quick note and say thank you for the support and prayers. I have the deepest respect for those who have gone through this gauntlet (sometimes more than once). Doug glad to hear you’re doing ok, our thoughts and prayers are with you also. Has anyone seen...

Need a favor Need a favor I am unable to login to our care pages account. Can someone please post the following for me on our page: Kurt is in SICU and doing well. His breathing tube is out and he is moving all parts of his body. He is communicating and it's mainly about his discomfort...

Over the first hurdle, second to follow Over the first hurdle, second to follow Kurt came off of the heart and lung machine after 1.5 hours and did well with his surgery. The surgeon said his valve was very bad and had significant calcification. Dr. Baradian excised a section that was about...

Friends, I just received an update from the nurse liason (sp?). Kurt was put on the heart/lung machine at 9:05 am. They're sewing in his valve and it appears that things are going well. I'll post once he's off the machine or if I have other news. Christine

Kurt's in surgery Kurt's in surgery Good Morning, Thank you so much for your words of support and offers of assistance. We had family arrive yesterday so Kurt didn't have time to get onto the computer. I wanted to let everyone know that Kurt went into the OR at 7 am so he should be underway...

Nuper, Janie, Justin, Doug, Luana, Dale Thanks all, your support and insight is invaluable and greatly appreciated. ;) Thank you to all who have put in their time to say hi or give feedback to our questions. Christine and I love all of the support shown not only to us but to all who use this...

Hi Rick, we are sending all the positive vibes you can handle. We’re hitting the beach together and this will be our finest hour. God Bless Semper Fi Kurt

Congratulations Danny that is really great news keep up the great progress! Kurt & Christine

Kevin, How are you?

Hi Doug, It looks like there are 3 of you on that day (my husband included). Best of luck and prayers for a smooth and uneventful hospital stay. Best wishes, Christine

Yes, the very best of luck for you too Rick. An uneventful surgery and great recovery! Kurt

Sorry to hear you're having such a rough time. It's tough being in limbo when you're dealing with a serious medical issue. While we haven't experienced having surgery delayed, I have recently experienced "not knowing" for several months. I was diagnosed with the BRCA1 mutation this summer...

Thanks Martin, I am glad to hear a solid reply to your question from a Cardiologist. The choice between Biomechanical or Mechanical obviously is a personal one, but an answer none the less is good to hear.

Hi Kurt thanks for your post, it is good to see the thought process behind each individuals decision. Thanks much Kurt.

Thanks so much to all of you for your well wishes and words of encouragement. They mean a lot. Kurt's been busy at work and hasn't had the time to reply to everyone but wanted you to know he does read your posts and is deeply appreciative. Mac, you're an inspriation, Rick, the race is ON...