If any of you need Vascular Surgery for AAA or bypass may I recommend Dr. Joss Fernandez at Boone Hospital Heart Center. This is the most skilled vascular surgeon I've ever encountered. If you need stents for heart blood flow, Dr. Anthony Spaedy, a colleague of Dr Fernandez, is an amazingly skilled surgeon. Both are 5-star rated by those who count the most... their patients. Boone is one of the highest rated hospitals in the USA and I feel privileged to have had both the gentlemen do the work to keep this old man going strong! I feel 20 years younger! No more CHF!!! No more shortness of breath!!! No more chronic fatigue for doing nothing... and this is only my first day out of surgery. Zero interference with renal issues! And Dr Fernandez suggests that that issue may just fade away now that the proper amount of blood is flowing into the old pipes. I swear to you all, this man was sent to me! He indicated he was going on family vacation, but changed his mind after he heard of my issues with renal marking dyes. He said he wanted to use the newer Carbon Dioxide method more often and that I presented a real challenge. Good professionals ALWAYS step up to real challenging problems. I am home now. Two weeks of no lifting, and some nice meds that are short term pain non-narcotic solutions. The nurse in the ICU said that it was as near to a perfect surgery that she had ever supported. I have two tiny cuts healing, no pain thus far, and one of the best experiences of my life. I'm going to lube up those under used rods and take another shot at that 18.0 inch Crappie I missed back in 1989, or her daughter, or grand daughter. Life is indeed good. Bless you all for putting in a good word for me. The Lord bless you and keep you safe!
OPERATION ROARING RIVER
Operation Roaring River is an all expenses paid trout fishing event for veterans. This event will take place October 3-6, 2020, in Roaring River State Park. Applications will be accepted until August 31. Any and all veterans are welcome to apply with priority going to veterans we have not served yet. Event Application
Fly and/or spin real fishing options. Wading and/or bank fishing options. Wheelchair accessible fishing areas. Lodging will be at Camp Smokey, hotel rooms, and a bed-n-breakfast. Lodging will be provided to all veterans and their families. There is wheelchair accessible lodging available. Veterans bringing families will be responsible for all licenses and fees for their family members to fish. They will also be responsible for childcare.
Rick, What wonderful news. I think many of us were very concerned for you in recent weeks and had you in our thoughts. Thankfully, you have such good news to report. Savor the moment; every moment. - Jim
"GREAT News" Rick. So good to read your favorable status report. A lot of people have been asking about you and they too will be happy to read your report. You take care. Always, Ed
Outstanding news my friend! I'm so glad to hear that all went well and you are doing great. Enjoy the fishing, it sounds like you have the making of a fish tale before you. Good luck and all the best in the future shipmate.
That is wonderful news. Glad to hear that every went "swimmingly". Sounds like you were in some very capable hands. Hope your recovery goes smoothly as well.