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Testimonials: Heart Valve Clinic (TAVR)

Photo of James "Sid" Smith tending to his cows on his farm.

Local Farmer’s Advice: Listen to Your Heart’s Warning Signs

James "Sid" Smith - Piegon, MI

Husband, Grandfather, Great Grandfather, and TAVR Patient

"Today, my energy is back and I feel much better. My advice is don’t wait; listen to your heart’s warning signs.”

Ronald Young, TAVR and Watchman Implant Patient

Quality Heart Care Gave Him the Strength to Care for His Family Farm

Ronald Young - Gladwin, MI

Husband, Small Farm Owner and TAVR and Watchman Implant Patient

"Dr. Rizk has saved me a couple times when others gave up."

Thanks to a Minimally-Invasive Procedure, She has Energy for Retirement

Margaret Hessler - Alger, MI

Wife, Grandmother and TAVR Patient

"With this I had no pain, and no limits other than not driving for a week."

A Minimally-Invasive Heart Procedure is Giving Him the Strength to Dance Again

Edwin Haynack - Farwell, MI

Husband, Dance Instructor and TAVR Patient

"They really do a great job in that department...all in all it went very well."

Advanced Heart Valve Procedure Helped Him Breathe with Ease Again

Don Crawford - Sanford, MI

Father, Retiree and TAVR Patient

"That doctor was really nice, and he did a good job."

100th TAVR Patient Enjoys Getting Back to Her Active Lifestyle

Jeanette Dukarski - Midland, MI

Family Woman, Retired Hospital Employee and TAVR Patient

"I'm glad I did it...I'm glad science has advanced so the procedure isn't so serious."

When Open Heart Surgery Was Not an Option, TAVR was Available

Donald Schweim - Coleman, MI

Gardener, Retired Computer Technician and TAVR Patient

"The doctors, nurses and staff at the Heart Valve Clinic are great. They saved my life."

He's Thankful a Complex Heart Procedure is Available Close to Home

Wilson Gay - Midland, MI

Husband, Hunter TAVR Patient

"The physicians are incredible, the facilities are excellent, and they have an exceptional staff. The care I received was simply outstanding."

She's Glad She Followed Her Doctor's advice and Chose TAVR

Carolyn Peterson - Midland, MI

Wife, Mother, Credit Union Retiree and TAVR Patient

"I think the world of Dr. Rizk and I'd recommend him to anybody. I don't think I could ever find a better doctor."

He Found Great Health Care Near His New Home

Dan Romes - Harrison, MI

Retired Civil Engineer and TAVR Patient

"All nine people who were going to be involved in my surgery came into pre-op...I could tell they are truly a team."

Brenda Coe, TAVR Patient, and her husband Bert

For Patient with Parkinson's Disease, TAVR Procedure Was A Life-Saver

Brenda Coe - Alma, MI

Wife, Mother, Grandmother and TAVR Patient

"We had a really positive experience with the people at the Heart Valve Clinic. They have done so well by us."

Innovative, Less Invasive Heart Procedure Available Close to Home

Joe Brozzo - Sanford, MI

Retired Engineer, Rotarian, Boy Scout Leader and TAVR Patient

"Do what you need to do and get the help you need."

A Special Heart Procedure for a Special Patient

Ron Leigeb - Midland, MI

Husband, Father, Outdoor Enthusiast and TAVR Patient

"For me, there was no downside to this surgery."

Heart Valve Clinic

Annette Frugé, Program Coordinator - Heart Valve Clinic For questions about MidMichigan Health's Heart Valve Clinic or to inquire about becoming a patient call (989) 832-0900 and speak with our Program Coordinator, Annette Frugé, R.N.