VERIFIED QUOTE · reported 2026-10-17
“His post-operative recovery allows him to carry out his normal daily activities completely on his own,”
Dr. Luigi Carbone and Dr. Stefano Margaritora · said 2026-10-16 · reported 2026-10-17
A medical update signed by Leo's personal physician and the head of thoracic surgery at Gemelli Hospital described the pope's post-operative recovery.
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