So Far, So Good

As most of you know Brian was notified early Sunday November 23rd that a heart had been found for him. The heart was harvested at about 7 pm that night. Brian's surgery started around 10 pm and went on until around 2 am. At 3 am Dr. Lobe, the surgeon, reported that the operation was a success and that there were no complications.

Brian awoke and was removed from the respirator at 4 am, which was at least 8 hours earlier than expected. Later that day he stood on his own and has now resumed his daily walks with the physical therapist.

Brian remains heavily medicated at this point, and still slightly foggy. His doctors are hesitant to allow visitation. To keep him from rejecting his new heart, his immune system has been heavily suppressed. Children are currently not permitted to visit. We will update everyone if this changes.

Brian is currently still on a temporary pacemaker and IV. All other medical devices have been removed. He's scheduled to have a biopsy in the upcoming days to determine if he is rejecting. If he isn't he could be home as soon as Monday. His voice is weak due to the respirator tube so if you do speak to him don't be alarmed. He's having slight indigestion and oddly enough, frequent hiccup attacks, but other than that he feels pretty good.