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19 August 2008
Wally: Fit, well and ready for action!
On the 2nd of August 2008 South Africans had a chance to view the first televised live heart bypass operation on SABC 3. At the centre of it all, 52 year old Waldemar Katzke, the brave soul who literally put his life on the line so that a nation could see and understand what heart disease and a heart bypass was really about.
And now, two weeks after the most watched surgery in South African history, the nation wants to know: how is our Wally really? The short answer: he's well, he's feeling strong, and yes South Africa, the man is alive. The longer answer: he had stitches out on the 14th, another check up is coming up next week, he's feeling a bit battered and bruised - but that's understandable, he's happy the Lions beat the Bulls last weekend but considering this weekend's game he reckons the Aus ref needs a lesson in game rules, and you know, he's even been back at work!
So as far as updates go it's really all positive and looking good for the man who stole our hearts by showing us his.
Michelle Kearney
Director: Communications & Public Relations The Heart and Stroke Foundation SA
07 August 2008
"Wally left the hospital this morning to return home to his family and friends. He was full of smiles and insisted on carrying his own bag!"
Amelda Swartz
Marketing Manager
Netcare Limited
Netcare Milpark Hospital
05 August 2008
"Wally is doing very well; he was moved to the general ward this morning."
Amelda Swartz
Marketing Manager
Netcare Limited
Netcare Milpark Hospital
04 August 2008
"Wally is in the surgical intensive care unit of Netcare Milpark Hospital and he is doing very well," according to Netcare Spokesperson Amelda Swartz. “This morning he has had a cup of tea and small breakfast and we expect him to be transferred to a general ward by tomorrow. At this stage only direct family are allowed to visit Wally to prevent the risk of infection. His pain is being controlled well by the medical staff."
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