Forsyth County Sheriff Bobby Kimbrough Jr. is set to return to work on Monday, less than two weeks after undergoing major surgery to repair a blocked artery to his heart.
Following his annual physical in July that showed high cholesterol, Kimbrough’s doctor prescribed an MRI, and further scans revealed a serious blockage.
Kimbrough says he has an active, healthy lifestyle, but was advised to go on medication years earlier — advice he says he wishes he had taken.
"It has given me a whole new perspective on life," says Kimbrough. "It has made me realize that while I know a lot of things, there are some things that I do not know. Because everyone won't be as fortunate or lucky, or blessed as I was, with the same results."
Kimbrough says it’s been a ride, but he feels good and is looking forward to returning to work.