Robin's Cleveland Clinic Benefit was a wonderful event - top notch! We were thrilled to attend, especially since my husband was only 12 days post-op, a testament to Dr .Gillanov, an outstanding CCF surgeon and caring individual. Robin is funnier than ever with a wit matched by none - my husband got a kick from comparing 'war wounds' with him, can't wait to see the pics - laughter IS the best medicine, THANK YOU Robin Williams! The food, catered by Sammy's, was yummy!

I hope this message gets to Robin: My name is Jan and I was told in October 2009 that I needed mitral valve repair. I started searching the internet and found that Robin had recently had valve repair/replacement surgery at Cleveland Clinic (I am originally from Cleveland) and that he mentioned the name of his surgeon, Dr. Marc Gillinov. When I read Dr. Gillinov's bio and found his expertise to be valve repair, I knew I wanted him to do my surgery. I had my surgery in February 2010 and believe I received the best possible valve repair. Dr. Gillinov is truly amazing! Like you, Robin, he has added many more years to my life and I will be forever grateful. I believe Cleveland Clinic is the best place to go for heart surgery! Unfortunately, I will be unable to attend the benefit this weekend. It is so generous of you to hold this benefit! I would like to take this opportunity to say: Thank you, Robin, from the bottom of my heart for sharing your story - it has changed my life!