Journal entry by Carla Lundblad —
Dustin had several appointments yesterday at the University. He saw Dr Krishnamurthy who he saw at rehab at the University and Dr Chen who is the defibrillator doctor at the University. He had an echo and an EKG done. Dr Chen called with the results from the echo this morning. His heart is functioning at 40-45% , normal being 50%. The hope was that it would be at 40%. She said he can send the defibrillator vest and said he will not be needing to have a permanent defibrillator implant. This was such a great answer to prayers! She also said he can stop taking Eliquis and Amiodarone. He still suppose to have a virtual appointment with Dr Alexy, who is the heart failure doctor, which he will decide if he's able to start work. We are expecting that he will give the okay to start work. Also, Dustin has the move this week back to his house. I really miss having him here, however, I'm so happy that he is able to resume a normal life. I have been reflecting on his whole journey since April 17th and the progress he has made. It's just mind blowing!
There have been so many prayers answered concerning Dustin's health and I'm so thankful for all of the prayers. I don't think he could've made all the progress he made had it not been for that!
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