Kimberly A. Goodloe, Neighbor

I am a wife, mother, friend, sister, daughter, health advocate & survivor. A couple of years ago , I received a new heart valve plus a pace maker.

I was born with an abnormal heart valve and developed symptoms at age 42. I notified my doctor, a test was ordered then I received a mechanical valve. Four days later I developed heart blockage . The doctor informed my family that I would need a pace maker to help my heart function. A year later, my third surgery took place : pace maker revision. The purpose of MY JOURNEY is to promote heart awareness throughout the community. Sharing Words Of Encouragement to any facing a health challenge: focus on your blessings, become your own health advocate, know your risk factors create a journal, communicate with your physician, and never give up.

Kimberly Goodloe

American Heart Association Ambassador