Family Member Defends Rambam Hospital Amid Criticism Over Soldier's Care

In response to severe criticism directed at Rambam Hospital regarding the treatment of an IDF soldier wounded in southern Lebanon, Didi Kriger, owner of the marketing company Triger, shared a heartfelt personal testimony about his brother's critical hospitalization there. Kriger expressed empathy for the soldier's family but aimed to present a different perspective based on his own family's experience during the recent conflict.

Kriger recounted that about six months ago, during Operation "Lion's Roar," his brother was admitted to Rambam in a dire condition, without pulse or blood pressure and with both legs amputated. From the outset, the hospital's entire management mobilized to provide care, with the hospital director personally involving senior staff to ensure comprehensive support not only medically but also for the family’s basic needs.

He emphasized the special attention given to wounded IDF soldiers, noting that the hospital staff worked tirelessly under extremely challenging conditions, including operating from an underground protected parking lot without proper rooms or privacy. Despite these hardships, doctors and nurses were fully committed to saving lives and supporting families.

Kriger acknowledged moments of waiting, lack of information, and frustration experienced by his family but attributed these to overwhelming patient loads rather than neglect. He highlighted that medical staff often could not update families immediately due to the urgency of care but were always eager to help.

While not disputing the feelings of the soldier's family who criticized the hospital, Kriger sought to add nuance by sharing his direct observations of the dedication and humanity of Rambam’s teams. He concluded with deep gratitude, stating that the hospital staff went beyond medical treatment to provide a sense of solidarity and fight alongside the families during their most difficult times.