Critical moments at Gemelli Hospital
Pope Francisco recently has been at the center of care due to a serious pneumonia that made his life endangered. In this context, Massimiliano Strappetti, his personal nurse, played a key role during the most difficult times of his treatment.
Decisive decisions in critical situations
On one of the most challenging nights in the hospital, the medical team faced a vital decision: to continue the treatments or to let the pontiff rest. Massimiliano, a connoisseur of the pope’s strength and will, chose the first option, motivating the doctors to do their best to save him.
A moment of truth
On the night of February 28, the Pope experienced a bronchi -spasm that complicated his condition. The gravity of the moment was palpable and Massimiliano’s words marked a before and after: “Try everything, don’t give up.” This determination led the medical team to apply all available treatments.
The relationship between the Pope and his nurse
Massimiliano Strappetti is not just a nurse; He is an unconditional ally of the Pope. Its intimate and trusting relationship has been central to the welfare of the pontiff. For years, Strappetti has been accompanying the pope in each step he takes, ensuring that he is always in the best possible conditions.
The Pope’s will
Sergio Alfieri, a hospital surgeon, shared that the pope was aware of his critical situation and asked to tell him the truth. This brave attitude of the pontiff was a sign of his resilient character, which faced his health with dignity.
A gratitude manage
After overcoming the crisis, the Pope wanted to express his thanks to the medical team with an emblematic gesture: the well -known ‘Pizza Night’. With his initiative, he said that everyone who cared for him had a moment of celebration and recognition. This action strengthened the ties with the staff who ensured their recovery.
Strappetti: More than a nurse
The figure of Massimiliano Strappetti transcends his professional responsibility. In moments of distress, his presence offered emotional support to the Pope, becoming a true guardian angel. His dedication and empathy have been key in the process of recovering the pontiff, showing that, beyond his functions, he is a fundamental pillar in his life.
