Heart Surgery Today!

Freeman Heart & Vascular Institute - Joplin
2025/6/6 Edited to

... Read moreHeart surgery is a crucial medical procedure that can greatly improve the quality of life for those with heart conditions. The recovery process, however, goes beyond the physical; mental health plays a significant role in successful outcomes. Patients must adapt to new lifestyles and manage emotional challenges that arise from surgery. Many find strength in supportive communities or forums dedicated to cardiac surgery where they can share experiences and find encouragement. Engaging with groups focused on #cardiacsurgery can provide emotional support and resources that foster healing. Spiritual healing practices, like those associated with #christianhealing, can also offer comfort to patients and their families, enhancing their resilience during recovery. Furthermore, investing time in self-care routines, whether engaging in light physical activities or mindful meditation, is equally important. Understanding these dynamics emphasizes the need for comprehensive care that addresses both physical and psychological needs in heart surgery recovery.

17 comments

Michelle Dave's images
Michelle Dave

Thank God for save recovery

Ms. Ashley's images
Ms. Ashley

Younger than age

See more comments

Related posts

My dad had open heart surgery today, and I’m going
#HelloLemon8 #gettoknowme Have an outstanding fuckin week, yeah!? Absolute and beautiful love…. I think im gonna call it… “The Big Beautiful Love!”… Many would say, probably the bigliest 🙌🏽. Bit in all honesty… Even The Democrats would say how bigly the love is, frankly.
ÅlgÔRhyThm

ÅlgÔRhyThm

1 like

💪🏼 My First Workout Since Bariatric Surgery
Today was a big day for me. I completed my first workout since gastric bypass surgery. If you’ve followed my journey for any amount of time, you know that PCOS, my weight, and chronic inflammation have made movement difficult for years. Exercise often meant pain. Sore knees. Achy joints. Feel
Shailee Berry

Shailee Berry

0 likes

🥰🥰🥰🥰 # support for Alice’s heart surgery # http://
http://spot.fund/AliceHeart
Alice’s_heartfoundation

Alice’s_heartfoundation

770 likes

A woman with brown skin, long curly reddish-brown hair, wearing a purple and pink patterned top and a necklace, looks seriously at the camera. Overlaid text reads: 'My Dad Is Having Heart Surgery Today Can We Pray?' and 'Lemon8 @justyvevee'.
My dad having surgery today
#surgery #dad #Lemon8Diary #over50style #justyvevee
Vee

Vee

2 likes

Support for Alice’s heart surgery
More support still in need for Alice’s surgery. Please 🙏 you can make a difference in her life, can donee though our go fund me at http://spot.fund/AliceHeart
Alice’s_heartfoundation

Alice’s_heartfoundation

2 likes

got bottom surgery today!!! I got a 😺🌮 meow!!!
just got my bottom surgery today! I'm Soo happy!!! Trans pride!!! #transwoman #transjourney #transisbeautiful #transgirl #fem🏳️‍🌈
Alyssa KD🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍⚧️

Alyssa KD🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍⚧️

19 likes

What is ortho surgery?
Orthopedic surgery is going to be the fourth rotation that I do during my clinical year as a medical student so let’s talk a little bit more about what that specialty entails. Orthopedic surgery, Also just known as orthopedics is a type of surgery that focuses on conditions related to the muscu
licia

licia

32 likes

A mother gently holds her baby, Halo, who is connected to medical equipment in a hospital setting, likely after her open-heart surgery. The mother looks down at the baby with a loving expression.
Today marks one year since Halo’s open heart surgery
One year ago today, our baby girl underwent heart surgery on her brothers birthday. 💕 Nearly half of babies with Down syndrome need open-heart surgery before their first birthday, and I was so terrified. But our little Halo came through stronger than ever! Today, her heart is stable, and we go for
Aiesha Riley|Mommy|

Aiesha Riley|Mommy|

74 likes

Come with me for heart surgery
I need an ablation because my heart has been acting up. She’s quite dramatic. I even passed out a few times which has led to me having to leave teaching for a bit. I guess it all happens for a reason? Anyways, here we are still waiting to go back. I’ll keep you posted! Have you had yours abla
Nicole

Nicole

41 likes

Surgery🩻
This is for my surgeons don’t matter what occupation(I believe I’m saying it right) also I’m not a professional or on this type of career, I just like to motivate people to keep going!! You’ve come this far don’t stop know specially with gods guide. He knows what he’s doing with you. Just listen an
4stargirl

4stargirl

51 likes

brain surgery 6 years ago changed me
Six years ago today, I became a person with hardware in my head. Not by choice. Not on my timeline. But by grace — I’m still here to tell it. What was one of the most traumatic experiences of my life became one of the greatest teachers I’ve ever had. It cracked me open in ways I never asked for a
Dr. Theresa Davis

Dr. Theresa Davis

2 likes

A person in a hospital gown and headphones smiles at the camera, sitting in a hospital room with an IV pole visible in the background.
A person in a hospital gown and headphones smiles while holding a black dragon plush toy, sitting in a hospital room.
A person in a hospital gown and headphones poses with a black dragon plush toy, looking towards the camera in a hospital room.
Today, I have surgery today.
#surgeryday #surgery Athens
Laura E White

Laura E White

4 likes

Performing open heart surgery
#unfiltered #Lemon8Diary #healthylifestyle2024 #chevy #truck
GN

GN

1 like

Surgery Today!
Hey everyone here’s an update on my surgery! So I have a lymph node which is a lump removed from my left breast which caused stress and anxiety and it began to grow. I am very happy that I do not have to deal with this pain anymore! I had my surgery time at 8:25 this morning on March 19th. I will k
Keirrah Epping

Keirrah Epping

22 likes

💛 Help Rick Heal: A Father’s Open-Heart Surgery
Life recently threw my family a curveball — my dad, Rick, has to undergo open-heart surgery. As you can imagine, the medical expenses are overwhelming, and my parents are under a lot of stress. I (Mailee) created a GoFundMe to help cover medical costs and provide some relief while Dad recovers.
Gremlin

Gremlin

2 likes

HOW I PASSED TIME WHILE MY HUSBAND HAD ❤ SURGERY
This morning (very early- we woke up at 4am & were at the hospital at 5am) my husband had open heart surgery at only 30 years old 😭 The procedure took a little less than 4 hours & we were SO blessed to get the news that everything went smoothly & he did so great! He's in the ICU at
Sarah

Sarah

33 likes

Open heart surgery recovery❤️‍🩹
#heartsurgery #baby #cutebaby #babygirl #fyp #viral
ZeeZee and Us

ZeeZee and Us

439 likes

First Followup After Heart Surgery
#lemon8diarychallenge I had my first follow up with my surgeon today (tomorrow will be 3 weeks since my surgeries). Basically spent 1/2 the day there, as I had a ‘road map’ to guide me through my appointments. I got some clarification on why they had to perform two surgeries… it’s rare, but a
Jenn Beth

Jenn Beth

6 likes

8 Weeks Post Surgery Glow-Up
It’s been 8 weeks since my lumbar microdiscectomy, and I finally treated myself to some self-care. My hair hadn’t been done in soooooooo long, but today I’m feeling like me again, glowing, moving forward, and celebrating the little wins along the way. Sometimes recovery isn’t just physical, it’s al
Claire 🌿

Claire 🌿

4 likes

A close-up shows a linear scar and red marks on a person's upper chest/shoulder, with a patterned garment. Overlay text asks, 'WHY DO SOME GUYS CARE ABOUT SCARS ON A WOMAN'S BODY??' The image relates to body image and scars.
My Surgery Scar Made a Guy “Turned Off”…
I don’t understand why some guys make such a big deal about scars. I had open-heart surgery when I was a kid, it literally saved my life. But recently a guy saw the scar and acted… bothered. Even after I explained, he said he would be “turned off” by it. It honestly made me feel insecure for
carsick

carsick

864 likes

Izzy girlgoes infor open heart surgery in the next couple of weeks
here is the link again, if you are interested in helping, all donations and prayers are appreciated as we navigate this difficult time. all donations go to bills, feeding us while we're in the hospital and after while he dad is off work and gas for the car. 🫶 thank you a hundred times! Cand
Candy Crespo

Candy Crespo

1 like

Gearing Up for Surgery Day 🩺✨
Heading into my procedure today! I wanted to post the exact picture I sent to my inner circle because it represents everything I feel right now. No matter how heavy the situation gets with our housing and health, I know I am completely blessed because I have you guys in my corner.You are stuck with
Unicorn Dreamer

Unicorn Dreamer

0 likes

Day before my bunion surgery
Tomorrow is surgery day 🤍 I’m getting bunion surgery, and I wanted to bring you guys along through this healing journey. Today I’m prepping by removing my nail polish, organizing all my post-op essentials, and getting everything ready to make recovery a little easier. Please be patient with me
MatchawithMamaG

MatchawithMamaG

5 likes

Tips for having open heart surgery!!
Some tips for having ohs!! # #heartsurgery #cardiacsurgery #emergencysurgery #openheartsurgery #tipsforwomen
Briahnna Thooft

Briahnna Thooft

296 likes

I Had Surgery Today!
It was so nice to lay down not gonna lie 🤣 #surgery #mom #momlife #momsoflemon8 #moms
Life With Eileen

Life With Eileen

10 likes

HUSBAND'S HEART SURGERY RECOVERY: 1 WEEK LATER ❤
For those who don't know, my husband had open heart surgery at only 30 years old last Wednesday 😭 Y'all I can't even put into words how thankful I am that he had this surgery (he was less than 1cm away from heart failure & being inoperable). I'm proud & blessed to say he&#3
Sarah

Sarah

9 likes

A man lies in a hospital bed with medical tubes and equipment, including a Dräger monitor, visible around him. He is covered by white blankets, and two heart graphics are overlaid on the image. The text "Prayers for my dad" is also visible.
Prayers for my dad 5 bypass open heart surgery
****Update 4/26/24 He is at my house and doing well. He is finally resting 😴 Thank you all for the many prayers. 4/18/24… On Wednesday, my dad experienced a sharp pain in his chest while walking. His cell phone wasn't working, so he entered a nearby business to request they call 911 for him.
Nadia lang

Nadia lang

338 likes

Heart Surgery
#🤠yeehaw🤠 #surgeryrecovery #support #love #faith 💌 Brand:🤠Yeehaw 🤠
RICHIERICH73

RICHIERICH73

15 likes

A medical professional in a white lab coat holds a stethoscope towards the camera, making a playful expression. This image sets the scene for a day in vascular surgery.
A close-up shows a surgical practice pad with various suture patterns, alongside surgical tools and a sterile suture package. This illustrates the fine motor skills practiced during the vascular surgery rotation.
An empty hospital room features a bed, medical equipment, and a large window overlooking a scenic outdoor view with water and sunlight. This depicts the hospital setting for patient rounds.
Vascular surgery day in the life 🩻
Stepping into my vascular surgery rotation felt like walking into the unknown. I was so nervous but by the end of the day I knew this was going to be such a rewarding rotation! ❣️ This rotation is challenging my knowledge of anatomy & fine motor skills. Seeing the immediate relief the surge
hennelie | med student

hennelie | med student

36 likes

ALWAYS LISTEN TO YOUR BODY: surgery recovery ❤️‍🩹
Your body is always speaking—listen. A few months ago, I underwent vaginal surgery after months of pain that was constantly dismissed. Doctors told me it was “just irritation” or “probably an STD or BV (it wasn’t). But I knew something wasn’t right. I advocated for myself, pushed for testing, a
Caroline 🫶🏼

Caroline 🫶🏼

128 likes

A person with curly hair and glasses looks at the camera, with text overlay asking, 'Why do Drs insist on giving this drug to patients? NO IDEA.' The Lemon8 username is visible.
A person with curly hair and glasses looks down at a menu in a restaurant setting. Text overlay describes a bad reaction to fentanyl after procedures, despite informing the doctor.
A classical landscape painting hangs on a wall. Text overlay expresses frustration about being given fentanyl again, questioning why doctors ignore patient reactions.
Does anyone else get fentanyl after surgery?
Before my procedure, I specifically told the doctors and nurses, “Please don’t give me fentanyl. I react badly to it.” I must have repeated it three times. But sure enough, right after surgery, I wake up feeling absolutely awful, dizzy, nauseous, heart racing, and like my body didn’t know what to d
JustSabbs

JustSabbs

29 likes

Day 5 post op bunion surgery
Day 5 post op bunion surgery ✨ Taking it easy and continuing to rest. Pain level has been staying pretty consistent around a 3–4, which I’m grateful for. And yes… I finally used the bathroom and did #2 😂 As many of you know, narcotics and anesthesia can really slow your body down and cause
MatchawithMamaG

MatchawithMamaG

6 likes

Started my journey to bariatric surgery today
I’m excited for this new chapter but also nervous. I will be getting a gastric bypass as soon as all of my clearances are completed. #weightlossandfatloss #bariatrictips #gastricbypassupdate
Lindsey Clemons

Lindsey Clemons

8 likes

10/16/24 at 12pm noon he will get his surgery
He had to be postponed due to lack of a big enough OR available for him but he will be getting his surgery at noon today, I’m mentally preparing myself for this 16-18 hour surgery so I don’t go crazy with anxiety and overthinking and thank you for all the love and prayers I’m getting from everyone
Sabian Hunt

Sabian Hunt

108 likes

Support for Alice’s heart surgery
Please 🙏 support and donate for Alice’s heart surgery at http://spot.fund/AliceHeart
Alice’s_heartfoundation

Alice’s_heartfoundation

2 likes

How much I can eat after bariatric surgery!
| get a lot of questions about how much I can eat and how long it takes me to eat after getting bariatric surgery 7 months ago. Today was better than most! I really thought I wouldn't be able to eat all of this but I guess I was hungrier than I thought 🤷🏼‍♀️ (even though it still took me almos
Brittney Amodei

Brittney Amodei

2 likes

Today is surgery day.Prayers, positive thoughts, and good vibes only
Today’s the day. Feeling all the things, but staying hopeful. I’d really appreciate any prayers or positive energy you can send my way 🤍 Going into surgery today and keeping my faith strong. Thank you to everyone who has checked in and supported me—it truly means more than you know. I’ll update
Carisa W

Carisa W

3 likes

Let’s go have heart surgery
Pack my bag and travel with me to Nashville to admit to Vanderbilt University Hospital #heartsurgery #vanderbiltuniversity #nashvilletennessee #traveling #vlog
Madelyn Stewart

Madelyn Stewart

2 likes

Surgery & procedures lab!
Watch our chaos learning injections for the first time 🫣 #school #study #physicianassistant #surgeryrecovery
Kayla Coppola

Kayla Coppola

45 likes

Today was the surgery 🥲
#lemon8contest #letschat #dentalsurgery #jawsurgery #newteeth Well, today was the surgery to reveal the screws inside and shave down bone and gum tissue. I’m now one step closer to the new teeth 🦷 🫶🏻 It’s really inflamed and sore from all the stitches. I’m sorry I can’t show you bett
Gummy75

Gummy75

6 likes

ACL SURGERY TESTIMONY 🙌🏼🥹
Nik tore his ACL in March on Palm Sunday. He went three weeks assuming it was just a MCL tear. After PT, After PT. He was still in a continuous state of pain. One day while he was home in Cleveland, TN, he called and said a pain shot up his leg and it was a continuous throb. We called and scheduled
Annalise Grace

Annalise Grace

2 likes

I’m 30 and I need heart surgery
This isn’t my normal content, but I decided to share my story in an upcoming video about how I had two strokes before the age of 30. This partly explains why I have been MIA on social media for a while (life has been so busy lately which is another reason why). I’ll be sharing my full story soon on
Loreinne 📚💭

Loreinne 📚💭

9 likes

Kidney stone surgery
Surgery was on Friday. It was a success!! Never had kidney stones // never had surgery So this was all new. I was terrified but the doctors and nurses were so kind!!! They called the medication to put me asleep “spicy margarita” and that’s all I remember 😂 I had my stent taken out t
𝖆𝖘𝖍

𝖆𝖘𝖍

282 likes

Surgery OOTD
A super comfy outfit for my back surgery today! I'm nervous for today but hopefully I won't have anymore back pain 🙏 #ootd #surgeryjourney #surgeryday #pjsets #godisgood
Jillybean

Jillybean

7 likes

A person's knee is shown covered with several flesh-toned adhesive bandages. The text overlay reads "When knee surgery was today." The Lemon8 logo and username "@bee_bug" are visible in the bottom left corner.
When knee surgery was today
#kneesurgerytomorrow #kneesurgery #chronicpainwarrior
✨𝔹𝓮ℯT꒒e҉ b̸u⃠g̶✨

✨𝔹𝓮ℯT꒒e҉ b̸u⃠g̶✨

3 likes

See more