Charles
July 4th, 2001, 06:05 PM
After 2 echocardiograms, isotope stress test and heart cat. I was told I needed to see a surgeon for my mitral valve which was regurgitating. I had no symptoms and no blockages. I had anticipated the recommendation and asked to go to Emory in Atlanta (this was on a Thursday).
Friday at 11am my cardiologist's nurse called to tell me she had lined me up an appointment the following Monday with a Dr. Joe Craver (at Emory) between surgeries. I said fine. At 11:30am Dr.Craver's nurse called to make sure I brought the CD of the heart cath. with me.
My wife and I met with Dr. Craver Monday on time fully prepared to deal with surgery. He reviewed my CD and told me to lose weight and make sure I made annual visits to my cardiologist with results going to him for review. He said I could go 10 maybe 20 years before I would need surgery. He answered all my questions and made sure I did not leave until there was nothing left to discuss.
I thank God that my prayers were answered. I also am greatful to have found such a remarkable Doctor. While there are other fine hospitals nearby there is no doubt Emory is where I want to go when the time comes.
In the short period I have had to deal with a possile valve job this WEB site has been a BLESSING. I will drop in from time to time. Hank keep up the good work. To the members God Bless and good luck.
Friday at 11am my cardiologist's nurse called to tell me she had lined me up an appointment the following Monday with a Dr. Joe Craver (at Emory) between surgeries. I said fine. At 11:30am Dr.Craver's nurse called to make sure I brought the CD of the heart cath. with me.
My wife and I met with Dr. Craver Monday on time fully prepared to deal with surgery. He reviewed my CD and told me to lose weight and make sure I made annual visits to my cardiologist with results going to him for review. He said I could go 10 maybe 20 years before I would need surgery. He answered all my questions and made sure I did not leave until there was nothing left to discuss.
I thank God that my prayers were answered. I also am greatful to have found such a remarkable Doctor. While there are other fine hospitals nearby there is no doubt Emory is where I want to go when the time comes.
In the short period I have had to deal with a possile valve job this WEB site has been a BLESSING. I will drop in from time to time. Hank keep up the good work. To the members God Bless and good luck.