At the same time, the medical center continues to maintain the required state of readiness in case it needs to revert to emergency mode.
Director of Hillel Yaffe Medical Center, Prof. Mickey Dudkiewicz, said, "Following the launch of Operation Rising Lion, we had to make a special effort to be able to provide quality medical services in protected facilities for our patients and medical staff. I would like to extend my gratitude to our staff, who as usual, stepped up and were ready to accept any challenge or mission. I must also commend the general public for their patience and understanding. Praying for quiet times ahead, the best of health for everyone, and the safe return of the hostages and our soldiers."