The Dalai Lama’s personal physicians — Dr Tsetan D Sadutshang, Dr Tamdin Tsewang, Dr Tsering Lhadon and Dr Tenzin Tsundue — along with his secretary, Tenzin N Taklha, shared a brief video statement on his condition following the procedure.The statement said the surgery was successful and that the 90-year-old spiritual leader was shifted back to his hospital room in stable condition after the operation. His recovery is progressing well and he remains in good spirits.This is the second major knee surgery undergone by the Dalai Lama in recent years. In June 2024, he underwent a successful right knee replacement surgery at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York City.“Today, His Holiness the Dalai Lama had a very successful left knee surgery. His right knee surgery was done in New York in 2024,” said Dr Sadutshang.
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The Dalai Lama’s team also expressed gratitude to the doctors, nurses and administrative staff at Apollo Hospital for the care extended to him.“Following today’s procedure, His Holiness returned to his hospital room in stable condition. His recovery is progressing well and he remains in good spirits. The medical, nursing and administrative teams at Apollo Hospital have been providing exceptional care, support and attention. We are deeply grateful for their professionalism, dedication and kindness,” the statement said.The Dalai Lama, revered by millions of followers worldwide and regarded as the global face of the Tibetan movement, is expected to remain under medical observation as he continues his recovery.The surgery had drawn widespread attention among followers and well-wishers across the world, many of whom had expressed concern about the health of the Nobel Peace Prize laureate.After recuperation, the Dalai Lama is scheduled to travel to Ladakh for an extended stay.