DR MARC SIEGEL: Pope Leo's lung surgery puts modern medicine alongside faith

Pope Leo XIV underwent minimally invasive VATS lung nodule surgery at Gemelli Hospital in Rome after doctors recommended the procedure. The Vatican announced that the Pope will remain hospitalized for at least one week, resulting in the cancellation of all audiences until October 20. Prior to the medical intervention, Pope Leo XIV drank from the Lourdes spring. Dr Marc Siegel noted that this situation places modern medicine alongside faith during the pontiff's recovery process in Rome.