David A. New York In April 2009, I was able to test and “pass” my Black Belt exam with my wife Kerri. Our children Meagan and Michael are already Black Belts. Without you and your team’s expertise, dedication and caring this goal would not have been possible. ”
Mike F. Louisiana Facing the condition, the surgical cure, all its risks, and New York City itself was extremely frightening and intimidating. However, from the moment I met you face to face in your office at Mt. Sinai, I felt an immediate sense of calm and security. ”
Zach K. California I am extremely thankful for Dr. Adam’s and his staff, who made the whole ordeal much easier than I would have thought possible, and handled every aspect in a professional, yet caring way. I felt well taken care of from the day I arrived to the day I left ”
Cynthia T. California I came from California to New York for Dr. Adams to perform my mitral valve repair. His passion for his work came through to me during our initial phone conversation. ”
Michelle O. New Jersey Dr. Adams and team are an exceptional group of people. I was truly blessed to be under their care. ”
Gloria P. New York It’s wonderful that some people still have the time to give to others. Thank you for a second chance in life. ”
Steve S. New York What struck me most about you and your team was the uncommon, unrushed, unhurried amount of time everyone was willing to spend with me, from our first meeting which lasted over an hour, through the subsequent encounters with the entire team. ”
Florence B. New York I especially remember your parting words to me “Don’t worry, I’ll take good care of her.” You certainly have done that and I thank you most gratefully. ”
Laura A. New York When the unthinkable happens to your family, you can only hope that the help that arrives is a fraction of what we experienced with you. ”
Larry H. New York Words can hardly express my heartfelt appreciation for your generosity in performing my surgery so expeditiously but more importantly the apparent mastery with which you performed. ”
Gloria V. New York I had been prepared by my doctors to expect a replacement. When i was told you had repaired the valves, I couldn’t believe it. You gave me a “gift,” greater than I could have hoped for. ”
Raymond B. Florida I want you to know how grateful I am to have found you to do the surgery on my heart. It is not the kind of decision anyone would want to make a mistake with. And I certainly made the right decision in asking you to operate. ”
Gary K. I just wanted to thank you again for saving and extending my life. All of your hard work to get where you are was certainly a blessing to me! ”
Susan H. New York It's not easy to measure the value of professionalism and expertise, but it sure isn't hard to know that you've experienced it. ”
Edwin R. New Jersey Dr. David H. Adams, and his staff, and the staff of the Cardiothoracic Intensive Care Unit far exceeded my expectations in terms of their professionalism, competence, attentiveness, and humanism. ”
Mike L. Colorado He chose to have elective mitral valve repair surgery with Dr. Adams in June 2008, to ensure that he would have his mitral valve repaired, and not replaced, in order to be able to maintain his medical status for flying, as required by the FAA. ”
Margaret G. New York My heart opened, literally and figuratively on that day and since then my creative juices have never been so abundant. ”
Ron F. Florida You repaired my valves last November 9. Just wanted to drop you a line to let you know how great I feel. I am attaching some pictures of me on my morning ocean kayaking. I go 4 times a week and swim on the other days. I plan to make a trip to New York for ”
Nicole S. After 23 years of mitral regurgitation and shortness of breath, Nicole was referred by her cardiologist to Dr. Adams. ”
David C. New York Marathons are no big deal. Climbing Everest might be a little harder. But thanks to Dr. Adams and his team at Mount Sinai I now have the energy to keep up with this !! ”
John C. Idaho How do you thank someone for saving your life. You did something that I believe no one else in the world could do. ”
Jean M. New York I am expecting my first grandchild in December and because of Dr. Adams and his wonderful team I will be able to live a long, happy, healthy life! ”
Michael D. New York You and your entire cardiac team are amazing. I am fortunate and grateful that you were my surgeon. ”
Walter S. Virginia Every one of you has been so wonderful. We truly cannot thank you enough for kindly repairing my heart! ”
Michel K. Florida While I aim to set new physical goals for myself with this “new heart” of mine, I’m back! Your team has given me a new life expectancy and valuable experience. Thank you! ”
Joan S. New York I so desperately wanted to live and you gave me that second chance. Thank you for taking such good care of me. ”
Penny O. New Jersey I knew of your skills with mitral valve repair but your calm and comforting manner is what gave me the reassurance I needed. ”
