# Episode 490: My Surgical Journey 2 Weeks Later

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Podcast: [Heart Doc VIP with Dr. Joel Kahn](https://stenobird.com/podcast/heart-doc-vip-with-dr-joel-kahn-327754)
Published: 2026-04-07T07:00:00+00:00
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Duration seconds: 1553

## Resource

This week, Dr. Kahn shares an update on his recovery following robotic mitral valve repair surgery at the Cleveland Clinic. Just 10–12 days post-op, he walks through his experience—from diagnosis and testing to surgery with Marc Gillinov, MD. He covers the procedure, time in the ICU, and early recovery milestones, along with what's next in his healing journey. Thanks to Igennus for sponsoring this episode—visit igennus.com and use code DrKahn.

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