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Richard Crist Medical Crisis

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Hi, my name is Tanya Crist.  Many of you know my father for his incredible talent as an internationally renowned bass who has traveled the world and blessed audiences with his beautiful and sonorous voice. He was also a professor at multiple universities across the country and an acclaimed opera Director. I am very saddened to share with you the news of my father's current medical condition. On August 1st, Richard had a heart attack. Doctors drained a large amount of blood from the pericardium and heparin was administered. The left side of his heart was functioning at 25% of normal capacity. Treatment exacerbated ulcers which resulted in severe internal bleeding. He received multiple transfusions en route to Doctors Hospital in Columbus, OH where was admitted to the ICU for 7 days. His condition has stabilized and he has undergone multiple procedures to cauterize the ulcers, stabilize his blood pressure, and reduce fluid build-up.

The road to recovery will be a long and costly one. We are hopeful for his release in the next few days though a repeat endoscopy will be necessary in 3 months and surgery to further repair his heart in 6 months. The success of these surgeries is contingent upon consistent, professional homecare. This will include a rehabilitation stay, visiting nurse service, physical therapy, and structural alterations to ensure a home that is accessible and safe.

Emergency funds have been depleted so we are turning to you, our family, friends, and communities to ask for any contribution you can comfortably offer. At this time as a family, we offer our gratitude for all of the prayers, love, and support you have given and continue to give.
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Donations 

  • MARC EMBREE
    • $25
    • 1 yr
  • Antoinette Dereska
    • $25
    • 1 yr
  • Susan Morris
    • $200
    • 1 yr
  • Anonymous
    • $100
    • 1 yr
  • Debra Register
    • $50
    • 1 yr
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Tanya Crist
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Athens, OH

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