With permission from my patient to post, this remarkable 80-year old woman was on life support just two weeks ago at another hospital where she was deemed high risk for heart surgery and sent home. Her daughter asked to see me for a second opinion.
Six days ago, I performed an urgent triple valve open-heart operation, replacing her aortic and mitral valves, repairing her tricuspid valve, restoring her heart rhythm, while closing her left atrial appendage to reduce her risk of further stroke from atrial fibrillation. A big operation but one that she needed. She is heading back home today to Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania, all smiles and feeling well.
Take home message… always get a second opinion! You do have options that are worth traveling just a few extra miles for personalized, high-quality care!
Raymond Singer, MD
Chief of Cardiac Surgery
Einstein Medical Center Montgomery
Office Phone: 484-622-2300
Email Address: singerra@einstein.edu
Recent Posts
Why Social Media?
Why would a heart surgeon spend time creating social media content? Dr. Raymond Singer shares why education has always been at the heart of his mission and how today’s digital platforms allow physicians to reach and empower thousands of patients with accurate, compassionate, evidence-based medical information.
The Legacy We Leave Behind
Success is often measured by accomplishments, titles, and recognition, but the greatest legacy we leave is found in the lives we touch. Dr. Singer reflects on the enduring impact of compassion, mentorship, and service, reminding us that our influence extends far beyond our careers.
250 Years of Medicine
Philadelphia is known as the birthplace of American democracy, but it is also the birthplace of American medicine. Dr. Raymond Singer reflects on the physicians, hospitals, and medical institutions that transformed healthcare and continue to shape medicine 250 years later.
The Most Dangerous Emotion
Anger is more than an emotion. It places real physical stress on the heart, raising blood pressure, increasing stress hormones, and contributing to cardiovascular disease. Dr. Raymond Singer discusses the medical effects of chronic anger and why choosing kindness, patience, and compassion benefits both our emotional well-being and our hearts.
Leadership is About Standards
Leadership is not about titles. It is about standards. The best leaders don’t ask others to do what they are unwilling to do themselves. They set the tone through integrity, consistency, humility, and kindness. Every interaction, every decision, and every challenge...
Stroke Survivor Shares Her Open Heart Surgery Recovery
After experiencing a stroke caused by tiny growths on her aortic valve, Tayshia underwent open heart surgery to prevent another stroke. Just eight hours later, she shares her experience, describing minimal pain, a successful valve repair, and renewed peace of mind.
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- Learn about heart valves. Heart Valves
- Read testimonials. Testimonials
- Did you know I have a consulting firm? Singer Heart/Lung Consulting
- Check out my TedTalk! Defining Success
Links
- Links page with more information about your heart. Links
- Dr. Adam Pick's Site: heart-valve-surgery.com
