‘Heartbreaking’: a London surgeon on the trials of operating in a Gaza hospital
In this article, Dr. Graeme Groom, an orthopedic surgeon from London, recounts his experiences of operating in a Gaza hospital during his 40 visits to the region. He describes the daily trauma of being woken by the sounds of bombs and missiles, and the influx of patients, mostly children and women, with severe limb injuries caused by the ongoing conflict. Groom and his team worked tirelessly, treating an average of 20 patients per day, performing complex surgeries to save lives and limbs. The article highlights the immense bravery and resilience of the Palestinian medical staff, who continue to provide care under such challenging conditions. Groom's account paints a heartbreaking picture of the human toll of the conflict in Gaza.
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