Dr. Luigi Carbone
Dr. Luigi Carbone is the general practitioner for Pope Francis at the Vatican and has been involved in the pope's medical care during his recent hospitalization for double pneumonia. He has been a key member of the medical team monitoring the pope's health and providing updates on his condition, emphasizing the delicate balance required in managing the health of a fragile patient like the pope, who is 88 years old and has a history of lung issues.
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Dr. Luigi Carbone is the Deputy Director of the Directorate of Health and Hygiene who attended the rite of ascertainment of Pope Francis' death.
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Kenya· 2025-04-23
Dr. Luigi Carbone expressed hope that Pope Francis would need progressively less assistance as his lungs recover.
Pope Francis is back home after hospitalisation for pneumonia | News
Jamaica· 2025-03-23
His physician, Dr Luigi Carbone, noted that Francis will remain on oral medication for a fungal infection in his lungs and will undergo respiratory therapy to regain strength.
Pope Francis Discharge From Hospital: ‘Viva il Papa!’: Supporters praise Pope Francis as he leaves hospital after life-threatening pneumonia battle
India· 2025-03-23
Dr. Luigi Carbone hoped that Pope Francis would progressively need less assistance breathing as his lungs recover.
Pope leaves hospital after surviving life-threatening bout of pneumonia, heads home to Vatican
Canada· 2025-03-23
Dr. Luigi Carbone, Francis' personal physician, said he hoped Francis would progressively need less and less assistance breathing as his lungs recover.
Pope Francis discharged from hospital, issues message condemning Israeli bombing
United States· 2025-03-23
Dr. Luigi Carbone, the Vice-Director of the Vatican’s healthcare service, said Saturday that the pope's voice is improving but he needs more time to fully recover.
Pope Francis appears frail as he’s discharged from hospital to continue recovery at VaticanUnited States· 2025-03-23Dr Luigi Carbone said if he continues his steady improvements to date, he should be able to resume his normal activity.
Pope Francis to be released from hospital on Sunday following treatment for pneumonia – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2025-03-23Dr. Luigi Carbone is Francis' personal doctor who commented on his recovery.
Pope Francis to be released from hospital Sunday a | NewsJamaica· 2025-03-22Dr. Luigi Carbone provided updates on Pope Francis's health and recovery.
Pope Francis to be discharged from hospital on SundayUnited States· 2025-03-22Dr Luigi Carbone, the Pope's personal physician, emphasised the delicate nature of the situation.
Pope Francis in 'critical' condition after suffering asthmatic respiratory crisisIndia· 2025-02-23Dr Luigi Carbone is the personal physician of Pope Francis and provided updates on his condition.
Pope Francis in critical condition following asthmatic respiratory crisis – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-02-22
Dr Luigi Carbone is Pope Francis's personal doctor who warned about the risks of sepsis.
Sepsis could pose a threat to Pope Francis, doctors warn – The Irish TimesIreland· 2025-02-22
Pope Francis's personal physician, Dr. Luigi Carbone, warned that the main threat facing the pope would be the onset of sepsis.
Sepsis a threat in pope’s pneumonia battle as Vatican Holy Year celebrations march on without himCanada· 2025-02-22Dr. Luigi Carbone mentioned that Pope Francis would stay at the hospital as long as necessary.
Pope Francis not out of danger, but expected to live, medical team says
Guyana· 2025-02-22