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In this Article. The first phase of heart surgery recovery can last from 6 to 8 weeks. When you're released from the hospital, you'll get a set of instructions for post-surgery care. These will help you heal physically and feel better. Keep the cut your surgeon made clean and dry.
After heart transplantation, you can drive when your sternum, or breastbone, is fully healed. This takes about six weeks. When can I return to work? You may return to work two to three months after the transplant surgery. How long does it take to fully recover? It generally takes three to six months to fully recover from heart transplant surgery. However, age and previous medical problems may cause a longer recovery period. Will my insurance pay for the transplant and follow-up care?