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Walter J. Blacha left a comment for Pete

"Pete, I too have experienced the Heartmate II LVAD. I had it for 8 mos. from May 06 to Jan 07. You look like you have adapted well. I was very comfortable with mine and then I got the call for my heart. I really had to…"

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"Pete, "PM"--Personal Mail??? Yes, I'm definitely interested in your book recommendations. Thanks. Joe"

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Pete commented on Joe's blog post 'Seeking information'

"Joe, Thank you for reaching out. I have had an LVAD since April of last year. I am 38 and am 1B on the transplant list. I am happy to talk to you about everything I have learned in the last year to get ready. I can also…"

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Hostess Rise' commented on Pete's blog post 'Feedback Requested on my Blog'

"You are super positive. I am so happy to know you. I added your blog to this website and on transplant buddies."

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Feedback Requested on my Blog

Hi everyone.I am returning from San Fransisco to Minneapolis today. I spent yesterday at the Thoratec HQ in Pleasanton. They make my Heartmate 2 LVAD. While out there I was asked to share with them my blog and was asked about what other blogs I follow. Anyway, I shared my blog with them. I would really appreciate it if in your travels, some folks out here might check it out. What do you like, what don't you like? I was asked a lot about connecting LVAD patients and opportunities to use…See More

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"I am adding my blog to my profile and posts. Capturing my thoughts on this journey. Please take a look, share, and post:-) Thanks."

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"Thank you all for the comments. i have been bouncing back and forth between here and transplantbuddies. I am doing great, feel awesome. I had my chest CT and right heart cath yesterday in preparation for the next step. I am still a…"

Nov 3, 2011

Lisa left a comment for Pete

"Hi Pete: My husband had his LVAD implanted Jan. 6, 2011, and heart & kidney transplant June 2 & 3, 2011. At five months post Xplant, he is doing great. Best of luck to you. If you want to talk or have questions, get in touch. ~Lisa & Todd"

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"Happy 6th month anniversary to you Pete"

Oct 3, 2011

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Are you a member of http://TransplantBuddies.com ?: Yes

Where did you hear about Transplant Friends?: Google Search

Are You Male or Female?: Male

Share why you had to have a transplant.: Dilated Cardial Myopathy diagnosed at VA March 2002
Crash (Heart, Kidney, Liver, GI Track failure) March 31, 2011
LVAD Implant - April 4, 2011
Transplant Status - 1B

Which Organ(s) did you receive? If you are on the waiting list, please share.: 1B

I am Interested in Transplant Friends because...: I am hoping to expand my support network of friends who have experienced what I am going through

Which Transplant Center has or will perform your life saving surgery?: Abbot Northwestern
Minneapolis, MN

How has transplantation changed your life? If Yes, please share.: Will tell you when it happens.

Share your blog/ website /facebook url address: http://waitingforanewheart.blogspot.com/

Share your interests and hobbies: Music, playing guitar, cooking, reading, golf, baseball, football, current issues

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At 11:24am on February 21, 2012, Walter J. Blacha said…: Pete, I too have experienced the Heartmate II LVAD. I had it for 8 mos. from May 06 to Jan 07. You look like you have adapted well. I was very comfortable with mine and then I got the call for my heart. I really had to consider if I wanted to take that next step, but the docs got me healthier for the purpose of the transplant so after thinking about it for 2.5 milliseconds I started to get ready for the trip to the hospital.

I was suffering from cardiomyopathy similar to you, only I had a few more years under my belt. I thought that I would have to wait quite a while if ever for a match because of my blood type A+ and size (I'm 6'7") but one became available. My best advice to you is to enjoy each day as it comes along. Enjoy the time you have to spend with your family and be tankful that you have been able to resume much of your normal life.

I took a look at your blog and am quite impressed. It's nice to share these experiences with others, as it helps the writer as well as those who wish to learn from your experiences.

Good luck, keep writing, and just wait for that phone call!

At 6:11pm on February 15, 2012, Joe said…: Pete, "PM"--Personal Mail??? Yes, I'm definitely interested in your book recommendations. Thanks. Joe

At 9:14pm on November 3, 2011, Pete said…: Thank you all for the comments. i have been bouncing back and forth between here and transplantbuddies.

I am doing great, feel awesome. I had my chest CT and right heart cath yesterday in preparation for the next step. I am still a 1B but have accrued about 180 days as a 1B. By next summer will be well up over a year as a 1B.

June 2 is a great day, my bday, and now Todd's new bday:-)

At 8:30pm on November 3, 2011, Lisa said…: Hi Pete:

My husband had his LVAD implanted Jan. 6, 2011, and heart & kidney transplant June 2 & 3, 2011. At five months post Xplant, he is doing great. Best of luck to you. If you want to talk or have questions, get in touch.

~Lisa & Todd

At 9:56am on October 3, 2011, Hostess Rise' said…: Happy 6th month anniversary to you Pete

At 6:43pm on September 27, 2011, David said…: hey Pete .. havent seen you lately on line here but have seen your story on FB transplantbuddies... I also had an lvad for 14 months plus am O + as well if you want to talk email me at dallen2@twcny.rr.com and i'll give you my number there ...

At 7:22am on September 16, 2011, David said…: Greetings Pete and welcome ! .. I also had an LVAD .. for 14 months before I transplanted .. hope everything is WELL with you !!

At 4:54pm on September 15, 2011, Hostess Rise' said…: Hi Pete

Welcome to Transplant Friends:) I am so glad that you joined us. If you have any questions you can send me a message on the Hostess Rise' page or read our instructions page on the home page (top left).

Join a group, create a blog post or post to our forum.

I wish you the best during your wait.

Blessings,

Rise'

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Feedback Requested on my Blog

Posted on February 10, 2012 at 6:05pm 2 Comments 1 Like

Hi everyone.

I am returning from San Fransisco to Minneapolis today. I spent yesterday at the Thoratec HQ in Pleasanton. They make my Heartmate 2 LVAD. While out there I was asked to share with them my blog and was asked about what other blogs I follow. Anyway, I shared my blog with them. I would really appreciate it if in your travels, some folks out here might check it out. What do you like, what don't you like? I was asked a lot about connecting LVAD patients and…

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