Steve0080 is in the Hospital

[Phantom]

:stretcher:

Steve0080 was admitted into a Orlando Hospital late monday morning with chest pain, shortness of breath and sweating.

Doctors have discovered a large clog in one of is arteries, also known as the "WIDOW Maker"
He's scheduled to have open Heart surgery on Thursday.

Please keep him in your thoughts and prayers. We wish him a speedy recovery.


What is a "Widow Maker" ??? ---> http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Widow_maker

[Deer Slayer]

Thanks for the info on Steve. He will be in our prayers. We will look for more info from you P.

[CarolinaRider]

Steve, wishing you the best!

[rich]

Wishing you all the best - prayers are with you.

Rich

[Scotrod]

Holy Cow!!!

Glad he made it to the HP as the 'Widowmaker' sounds like it has the potential to be pretty darn lethal!!!

We're pullin for ya Steve!!!!!!!! :yes: :yes: :yes:

[Ray H]

Wishing you well and God speed. Lots more unfinished rides left to do.

[bobbyf6b]

Damn. Hang in there Steve!

[Pap]

Good thing they found this now before it had the chance to be a widow maker! I ride with a guy who had this as well. He is doing great and we still ride together.
Hang in there Steve. Lots of riding to do after you heal up.
Best wishes for a fast recovery!!:wheelchair wheelie:

[Richie]

Your in our Prayers, Steve.

Richie

[F6BLK]

Hang in there brother! These doctors can do wonderful things now!

[Ixol Phaane]

Best Wishes, Steve.
Hang tough, get through this...
And heal... so you can get back to riding! :icon_biggrin:

[Kurare79]

That's really terrible bad news! :icon_frown: But i am sure Steve will recover soon! There is gasoline running through his veins that will hit the widow maker away! And then it's time for the next journeys and adventures on the F6B, Steve! No time for hanging around in the Hospital :nono: and watching pretty nurses! All the BEST, Power and Health to You!


7245

[Paul B Blues]

So sorry to hear this news, I do hope all goes well with the op. All the very best to you.

Paul B.......

[naga viper]

Prayers sent for all involved. Wishing you a speedy recovery also.

[austin_tech]

Not this time, too many more miles to be ridden by Steve. Sending up a prayer for a speedy recovery.

[GNW]

Steve, we will be thinking of you !

[Jimmytee]

Steve, we will be thinking of you !

Thoughts and prayers for a full speedy recovery.

[bob109]

You're in my prayers Steve. Wishing you a speedy recovery.

Bob

[Dave Ritsema]

Prayers from Indiana for a full and speedy recovery.

[ED209]

prayers to you Steve

[ReserveBum]

Steve - Best of luck and hang in there. I am looking forward to meeting you at one of our upcoming meets. God bless.

[Hornblower]

Steve--I'm praying for your complete recovery and hoping you will still be able to join us in Franklin. God bless!

[hiflyer]

Prayers and best wishes for a speedy recovery friend.

[Fla_rider]

Steve get well, in our prayers. You should be good to go for the Rally!:icon_biggrin:

[bobo]

We are praying for you to get well and a speedy recovery.

[jimmy hudson]

@ Steve -
It's wonderful to become aware of a serious issue before it becomes unmanageable.
You are in the right place at the right time; you're gonna be fine, man!

[kjelders]

Prayers sent for speedy recovery Steve!

[FlatSixBagger]

Well wish for him.

[Elroy]

Hang in there Steve. Get well!

[F6B-RICH]

Good luck on your surgery Steve.Hope you have a speedy recovery and get back on the 6 as soon as possible .batman-smilie.

[jakec]

Prayers with you Steve.

[Westernbiker]

Thoughts and prayers from sunny and HOT Arizona. :icon_cool:

[Darren]

Get well soon steve

[Scotrod]

@ Steve -
It's wonderful to become aware of a serious issue before it becomes unmanageable.
You are in the right place at the right time; you're gonna be fine, man!

X100!!!

Time to relax and let the Pro's handle it. This ain't their first rodeo and it ain't something they've never seen before.

[Kawi69]

Steve, God Speed from New Hampshire

[F6BPDX]

You are in our thoughts here in Oregon Steve, get well soon!

[Phantom]

@ Steve -
It's wonderful to become aware of a serious issue before it becomes unmanageable.
You are in the right place at the right time; you're gonna be fine, man!

When I spoke with Steve0080 on tuesday he mentioned that something wasn't quite right since May, he visited a couple of docs and was in the process of diagnosing the ailment when it reared it's ugly head on monday.

Steve is only 53 years young, healthy, works out regularly and strong as a horse …. Genetics could be a factor in his case.

Knowing Steve, he will do everything possible to be at the rally.

Tim Russert (TV News Personality) was only 58 when he died unexpectedly from the same condition.

[dudeonit]

Good MOJO sent your way!!!

[BigO]

Praying for you and your family.

[darcym]

Good luck, Steve, and get well soon! Many more miles to go before you sleep.

Word to all of us over 50 to not ignore these symptoms and get thee to the doctor.

[Cool Hand Luke]

Good luck and fast recovery, Steve!

[Retired Army]

Best wishes to you and your family Steve and ask for the red wheel chair.

[woody]

Good luck and a speedy recovery Steve.

[Trike lady]

Prayers sent for a speedy recovery, Get well Steve.

[BACA]

Thoughts and Prayers for a successful operation and a speedy recovery........

Ride Safe My Friend and We Will See You On The Road.......Soon!!

[Exbmwrider]

Best wishes, Steve. Get well soon!

[Phantom]

UPDATE

Spoke with Steve's wife,Steve's pain increased and Heart rate jumped early this morning around 5:00am
He was moved to the front of the line for surgery. Doctors thought they were going to do 2 by-passes … ended up doing 4.

Yes a Quadruple :shock: , he is recovering in the ICU for the next 2 days.

[FlaMike]

Thoughts, Prayers, and Best Wishes for Steve and his family.

[SCMike]

Praying for Steve, his family and the medical personnel taking care of him!

[Wild Bill]

Thoughts and prayers..Wishing you a speedy recovery.

[XKnight]

Best wishes sent.

[MOODY]

Speedy recovery

[MarcPW]

Get well soon !

[imported_scottydi]

Hoping for a speedy recovery, if there is anything that I can do to assist you or your family please reach out...

[Slingah]

Get well soon Steve!

[dickiedeals]

Get well soon. Having done it myself two years ago I know they work wonders with the heart now days. .............Dickie

[Philbert40]

Get better soon.....Your F6B is missing you!

[flyboy]

Best wishes Steve and hang in there!!!

[BLACKBETTY12]

Praying for you buddy! I know you will pull through this as you are a strong man. Please let us know when you come home from the hospital and if we can do anything for you.

[rumble-b]

Best wishes for a quick recovery, Steve.

[motozeke]

My dad had a quintuple (5!) bypass at age 49. I'm that age now. :shock: Fortunately I don't have his stress levels.

Steve, glad this was caught in time and I hope you get back on the bike just as soon as you can. I'm sure with your improved health you will be able to appreciate the rides better than before!

[Fla_rider]

Hang in there Steve, you can show us your new zipper at the Rally!:yikes:

[imported_NMRed]

Best of luck Steve our prayers are with you.

[Big Jay]

Steve, thoughts and prayers go out to you and yours. God bless and get well soon.

[Scotrod]

UPDATE

Spoke with Steve's wife,. Doctors thought they were going to do 2 by-passes … ended up doing 4.



I hope they 'port and polish' his ticker above and beyond OEM specs!!! :yes: ;dragster;

I know it's way too soon to tell, and the road ahead could be long,,, but is it even realistic to believe he could be riding in a month?!? (Franklin) :shrug:

I know nothing about recovery time with operations like this,,, :shrug:

[JBnAZ]

Best wishes for your recovery Steve!

[tiny0452]

Get well soon

[F6Pilot]

Praying for a quick and complete recovery for you Steve.

[Phantom]

I know it's way too soon to tell, and the road ahead could be long,,, but is it even realistic to believe he could be riding in a month?!? (Franklin) :shrug:


After he was told that surgery was required, his first question was …. how soon before he could ride again. Doc said 4-6 weeks

I think, he just needs to take it easy at Franklin, best he just ride as a passenger WITHOUT his GPS :icon_wink::yes:

[Bruce B]

My prayers coming your way, Steve. God bless.

[Darkknight]

Prayers from CT.:pop:
May angels guide your surgeon's hands...

[richw56]

Prayers sent from New York.
Wishing you a speedy recovery, Steve.

[BARRYS770]

Best wishes for a speedy recovery. Hope to see you at Franklin, even if you don't have that chromed out F6b.

[levaid]

Wishing you a speedy recovery!

[bigdew]

Best wishes Steve!!

[2kewlgypsy]

thoughts and prayers for a speedy and full recovery.

[WingThing]

Wishing for a quick and full recovery.

[jarhead22]

Best wishes for a fast and complete recovery!

[CheckpointChcky]

Prayers sent up for your speedy recovery.

[cwjj2001]

Your in my prayers Steve

[RcBtx1999]

Doc's are amazing these days. I wish you the best. Hope you'll be back in the saddle in no time.
:stirthepot:

[hiflyer]

Any update on Steve??

[Phantom]

Any update on Steve??


Thanks for asking,

UPDATE

He is doing very well (a little tired), still in ICU however they have removed his breathing tube and he is able to speak once again.

Might be moved to a regular room this afternoon.

[hiflyer]

Thanks for asking,

UPDATE

He is doing very well (a little tired), still in ICU however they have removed his breathing tube and he is able to speak once again.

Might be moved to a regular room this afternoon.

Amen!!!

[F6B-RICH]

Thanks for asking,

UPDATE

He is doing very well (a little tired), still in ICU however they have removed his breathing tube and he is able to speak once again.

Might be moved to a regular room this afternoon.



:clap2::yes::icon_biggrin::clap2::yes::icon_biggri n::041::041::banana::thumb::8::headbang: .batman-smilie.

[ghostrider]

That's good to hear!! Get well soon Steve. We already miss you on the forum. You'll be riding again in no time:)

[Paul B Blues]

Have a few of these Steve, it will make you feel much better. All the very best and get well soon.

2175 'all/right':banana:

[kjelders]

Great news. Continuing prayer for speedy and complete recovery

[Phantom]

UPDATE

Just got off the phone with Steve, he's doing well and might be heading home on Monday if all goes well over the weekend. :icon_cool::yes:

Simply incredible what these doctors can do today

[Hornblower]

Great news :clap2:. It will be good to have Steve back in the "saddle" again :yes:

[Darren]

UPDATE

Just got off the phone with Steve, he's doing well and might be heading home on Monday if all goes well over the weekend. :icon_cool::yes:

Simply incredible what these doctors can do today

:agree:

[Deer Slayer]

Hard to beat super glue, staples and knotted string. See ya in Franklin Steve.:cheers:

[Scotrod]

Hard to beat super glue, staples and knotted string. See ya in Franklin Steve.:cheers:

Yep!! The days of bailing wire and 16 penny nails are done and gone! :yes:

Good to hear he's doing well!!!! Just the thought of perhaps being back at home on Monday HAS to be a GREAT feeling for him!!!! :banana:

[badpapi]

'all/right''fireworks'
I'm so glad to hear you doing much better !
i don't usually pray but i pray a lot in occasions like this one.:icon_redface:

[mikey]

Steve, we are pulling for you! you'll be fine i'm sure. prayers!:yes:

[F6BPDX]

Good to hear. Looking forward to "seeing" Steve back on here soon. :clap2:

[choptop]

Thank God, very good news.

[Jabbasan]

Get well soon Steve!!!

[bobbyf6b]

UPDATE

Just got off the phone with Steve, he's doing well and might be heading home on Monday if all goes well over the weekend. :icon_cool::yes:

Simply incredible what these doctors can do today

:biggthumpup:

[Wild Bill]

Glad to see the update.Wishing a speedy recovery.

[Ixol Phaane]

Thanks for asking,

UPDATE

He is doing very well (a little tired), still in ICU however they have removed his breathing tube and he is able to speak once again.

Might be moved to a regular room this afternoon.

YEA!!!! :cheers:'all/right':clap2:

[Vulcan]

Been through the same surgery, you'll feel better than ever when it's done. Thoughts will be with you.

[Gperson]

Steve,
Our prayers are with you for a speedy recovery.
Take care,

[GONRDN]

I had by bypass in January this year. Welcome to the "Zipper Club". Speedy recovery Steve.

[Deer Slayer]

Hi Ya, Steve. One of my friends who is in the zipper club told me, when you wake and have far more tubes that original holes, all will be ok. We are all looking for your first post here. I know it will take a bit to get your steam driven computer up and running.:poke: Mend well my friend. :cheers:

[jlyon]

Best wishes on the road to a full recovery Steve...

[Fla_rider]

Someone needs to take him an ICU approved iPad.:clap2:

[firetech]

Thoughts and prayers for a speedy recovery; from one zipper to another.
Get well soon Steve.

[Fla_rider]

Any News Today?;roughrider;

[Phantom]

Steve is doing well.

Was able to shower for the first time since the surgery on Sunday.

He's been walking the hallways for exercise.

Should be released in the next 2 days.

:icon_cool::yes:

[Scotrod]

That first shower is NICE!!!! Keep up the good work Steve!!!!

[Big Dawg]

Hey Steve, Get your ass out of that Hospital and quit harrassing the nurses. You have been milking this stay long enuff. LOL

Give me a holler when you feel up to it!

[firetech]

GREAT NEWS!!!!!!
The first few steps are the toughest, keep on truckin Steve.
Thanks Pantom for keep us updated.

[Hornblower]

Yes, great news :clap2:. Hey, Steve...maybe it's time to crank up the ole computer and give us a first-hand report. It hasn't been the same without you .batman-smilie.

[Big Dawg]

Yes, great news :clap2:. Hey, Steve...maybe it's time to crank up the ole computer and give us a first-hand report. It hasn't been the same without you .batman-smilie.


So Ken, we read that as it has been a lot more peaceful without Steve...:stirthepot::stirthepot::lolup:

[Spanky]

Great news! glad to hear he is up and around. The first few days are the toughest.

[BuzzzPhotos]

Steve, I pray you're back riding real soon. I had the same artery clogged a few years ago. Got away with a stint.
Best wishes,
Buzz

[hiflyer]

Great news!

[shooter]

Steve I hope everything works out for you. Praying for you here in Missouri.

[Hornblower]

So Ken, we read that as it has been a lot more peaceful without Steve...:stirthepot::stirthepot::lolup:

True, Jimmy, but a bit boring, don't you think? It will be good to have him back to stir things up :stirthepot:

[Runechaser]

Hey guys, I usually don't post here since I am a Rune owner, but last night I spent a couple of hours at the hospital with Steve and his wife. Basically, he is the healthiest sick person I have ever seen!!! And since I am a cardiologist by profession, I've seen my share. He is the usual cranky self, ambulatory, joking, in a great mood, and asking me to give him a doctor release to come to Franklin!! He is doing extremely well, and my suspicions are he will be traveling to Franklin if all continues as is. At least he will have a cardiologist in tow at the rally. Most people may not know, that despite his gruff exterior, Steve is the kindest, most loyal friend anybody can have. Get well soon, brother!! He should be discharged home in the next day or so. Monch Rosado

[Ray H]

That's the kind of news we like to hear. Thanks...

[Hornblower]

Hey, Monch--Hearing from you is the next best thing to hearing from Steve himself. That is a very encouraging report and hopefully, Steve will recover quickly enough to ride to Franklin. It will be good to see you again as well. And, Monch, maybe this year you won't have to be a "trauma" doctor :icon_rolleyes:

[SmallPasture]

Damn glad to hear it! :clap2:

[Big Dawg]

I spoke to Steve this morning and he says he is going home today. My guess is they won't be able to keep him anyway since he has decided it is time to blow that joint. He sounds fantastic and very upbeat.
God Bless!

[CarolinaRider]

Good to know we will have a cardiologist on call at the rally!

[Runechaser]

The cardiologist if off. Monch is coming instead...:icon_wink:

[Fla_rider]

YES! Good News, see you at the Rally Doc. And Thanks!:clap2:

[Wild Bill]

Good to hear.

[Steve 0080]

First of all let me thank all of you for your thoughts and prayers!!!

WOW!!!! is all I can say...from a crushing pain to a ride in helicopter, not knowing which way was up, losing a day or two and chasing the nurses!!!

It took a couple of days to the Doc's to figure out what was going on. First thoughts were stomach/heartburn to some enzymes numbers out of whack,to a heart cath, to looking about getting into the rotation for heart surgery, getting put to front of the line and calling the copter!!! You know your are in trouble with the helicopter is en route and you are being strapped down on a board for flight! I have seen this many time but have never taken the "ride". Kinda cool when those guys show up!!! EVERYONE gets out of the way and they starting running you thru the hospital to the helli pad!!! The flight was cool and then to run thru the the next hospital to surgery ...the last thing I remember was being shaved ( ALL OVER) waking two days later!!

The old pain was gone and was replaced by a new ones!!! I have been told my recovery was fast and outstanding!!! As some here have stated, being a new member of the "Zipper" club they start you with walking, breathing exercising and so one. On my first walk I walked the entire floor and then some! Most could not believe my stamina. I was even having consults with my Docs in the halls while waking. There are two main reasons I am still here, my personal condition and my wife forcing me to the hospital!!! And yes, I will be following the Doc's orders and behave my self....besides if I don't I won't make Franklin!!!


There must be a lesson here...I quit smoking four years ago and from what the Docs said should have stopped sooner, although having stopped was great!!, stay in shape so that if something traumatic does happen you will have a better shot at survival. And in my case, you can't beat genetics !!! Unless you survive the Widow Maker!!!!!

[Hornblower]

It is so good to have you back with us! It hasn't been the same without you! Many prayers have been sent in your behalf and I'm thanking God this morning for your fast recovery :clap2:

[Cool Hand Luke]

7463 :039:

[SmallPasture]

Damn happy that ya made it out and are on the mend Steve!
God Bless!

[choptop]

Excellent !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[GNW]

Glad you are back! It was starting to get pretty boring on here !

[Scotrod]

WB, STEVE!!!! :yes:

[Phantom]

Glad you are back! It was starting to get pretty boring on here !

EASY NOW !!!

Last thing we need is for Steve to suffer a swollen head injury :tomatohit: :pbt:

Love Ya Steve :biggthumpup: Glad to see you back :headbang:

[kjelders]

Welcome Back Steve!

[richw56]

Welcome back, Steve!
It's great to see you back on the forum and in such good spirits!

[hiflyer]

What a nice surprise this morning! Welcome back. Not surprised prayers were answered! Looking forward to seeing you in Franklin.

[Darren]

Welcome Back Steve

Hope for a speedy recovery

[Deer Slayer]

Steve ole buddy good to have you back. I know you will be in Franklin. :cheers:

[bobbyf6b]

7477

Glad to hear you're doing so well so fast!

[Pap]

Best news I've read all day!!! Good to have you back Steve!!!:clap2:

[FlaMike]

Good Deal !! :clap2: Now we know your tough but stay away from the Garage. :nono: 'riding'

[Trike lady]

Welcome back Steve.
God bless you.

[Big Jay]

Yep, welcome back Steve, glad you are doing well .:biggthumpup:

[pitcherd]

Welcome Back Steve... The People at ORMC are very special. A very good friend of mine schedules all Heart Surgeries there and says that the Two Heart Surgeons are top Knotch!
Becareful and use your pillow to gain strength.



Darryl

[BLACKBETTY12]

Glad you're ok and doing better! I'm sure we will see you in Franklin. Let us know if you need anything. Love you brother!

[Ixol Phaane]

Yep... heard you was broke.
Happy to know the docterz fixeded ya!

WELCOME BACK! :icon_biggrin:

[Fla_rider]

Welcome back, see you in Lake City on the 28th.:clap2: