Heart Valve Replacement News and Info
In these tough economic times, Robyn (my wife) and I are doing our best to cut, or trim, all unnecessary expenses.
That said, I recently contacted Time Warner Cable (888-892-2253) to see if they would reduce my monthly tv, Internet and phone bill.
After talking with Tami, the customer service representative, she informed me that there was [...]
Research has shown that the mere physical act of smiling, without actually feeling like it, triggers internal biological reactions that stimulate emotions and contribute to a better mood – in you and others.
In other words, when you feel down, fake a big fat smile and you will lighten up automatically. But be careful, it also [...]
I just received an email from Kevin about the use of recliners after heart valve surgery.
Kevin writes, “Hi Adam – At 58 years of age, it’s finally time to get the valve fixed. My aortic stenosis is now severe so I’m preparing for the surgery – both mentally and physically. One quick question for you… [...]
Last week, I posted the first part of a great video by Dr. Gaudiani all about surgical outcomes for heart valve surgery patients.
Here is the second part of that video. By the way, if you would like to watch the first part of the video, please click here.
FYI, I was fortunate to speak with [...]
The University of Michigan Cardiovascular Center just released a rather troubling study about patients who are diagnosed with mitral regurgitation and do not receive surgical treatment. I guess this is one more reason why second opinions are so valuable. Here are the details:
Overblown fears about (i) surgical risk and (ii) lack of awareness about the [...]