I realize that my previous post indicated that I’d need heart surgery, but I never followed up with the results. So, I thought I’d let those few who might have been interested know that the surgery happened on October 3, and was completely successful. In addition to the two valves (one replaced and one repaired) I had a double bypass, and an atrial appendage ligation. It’s been twelve weeks since then, and I’m feeling much better and should now be able to resume any activities without any limitations (from the surgery; not physics).

I know that people love to ridicule the American medical system, but my experiences with my surgeon, care team, and insurance company were all excellent.

It was a difficult year for me, but it’s ending pretty well.

I hope we all have a great 2024!