My Heartfelt Journey: Life Restored by a Medical Miracle

<p>Jim Gabbe knew he had aortic stenosis after years of being monitored for a heart murmur, yet he lacked the telltale symptoms generally associated with the diagnosis. Under the care of a renowned interventional cardiologist, Jim carried on, believing he would recognize the warning signs if his condition worsened. But the changes were gradual: hills a bit harder, energy slipping, and periodically waking and gasping for breath. So gradual, Jim blamed them on age, allergies or fatigue.</p><p>Then, on a work trip abroad, Jim collapsed, catapulting him into a full-blown medical emergency in a country two continents...