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Hospital says Netanyahu recovering after hernia surgery
Renee Ghert-Zand is the health reporter and a feature writer for The Times of Israel.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu speaks during a press conference in Jerusalem on March 31, 2024. (Marc Israel Sellem/Flash90)
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is recovering at Hadassah Medical Center-Ein Kerem in Jerusalem after undergoing hernia surgery there late last night.
After the surgery was completed, the hospital released a short video message. In the clip, the surgeons who performed the operation reported that it was successful and that Netanyahu was awake and talking to his family.
“His situation is perfect,” said Prof. Alon Pikarsky, head of general surgery.
The hospital’s announcement notes that a cardiologist was part of the prime minister’s medical team for the surgery. Last year Netanyahu had a pacemaker implanted to prevent heart arrhythmias.
