Prince Philip: Discharged From Hospital, What's Next?

Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh and husband of Queen Elizabeth, has been discharged from the hospital on multiple occasions. The most recent instance was in March 2021, when he was discharged from King Edward VII's Hospital and returned to Windsor Castle after receiving treatment for an infection and undergoing a procedure for a pre-existing heart condition. He had spent 28 nights as an inpatient, his longest hospital stay ever. Prior to this, Prince Philip was discharged from the hospital in December 2019, in time to join his family for Christmas celebrations at the Sandringham estate.

Prince Philip was discharged from King Edward VII's Hospital in London

Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh, was discharged from King Edward VII's Hospital in London and returned to Windsor Castle. Buckingham Palace confirmed that the 99-year-old had undergone a successful procedure for a pre-existing heart condition and received treatment for an infection.

The statement from the palace read:

> "The Duke of Edinburgh has today been discharged from King Edward VII’s Hospital and has returned to Windsor Castle, following treatment for an infection and a successful procedure for a pre-existing condition. His Royal Highness wishes to thank all the medical staff who looked after him at both King Edward VII’s Hospital and St Bartholomew’s Hospital, and everyone who has sent their good wishes."

Prince Philip was first admitted to King Edward VII's Hospital in mid-February 2021 on the advice of his doctor after feeling unwell. He was then transferred to St Bartholomew's Hospital for surgery before being moved back to King Edward's to recuperate and continue treatment.

In December 2019, Prince Philip was also discharged from King Edward VII's Hospital in time for Christmas. He returned to the Sandringham estate to join his family for their traditional holiday celebration.

He was treated for an infection and a pre-existing heart condition

Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh, was admitted to King Edward VII's Hospital in London in mid-February 2021. The 99-year-old was admitted on the advice of his doctor after feeling unwell. Buckingham Palace later shared that he was being treated for an infection and was comfortable and responding to treatment.

The Duke was visited in hospital by his eldest son, the Prince of Wales, who made a 200-mile round trip to see his father. Prince William also gave an update on his grandfather's health, saying that he was "okay" and that "they're keeping an eye on him".

After spending two weeks at King Edward VII's Hospital, Prince Philip was transferred to St Bartholomew's Hospital, a high-tech specialised hospital, for an operation on a pre-existing heart condition. He underwent a successful procedure for a blocked coronary artery, which he had previously experienced in 2011.

Following his operation, the Duke was transferred back to King Edward VII's Hospital to recuperate and continue his treatment. After a 28-day stay across both hospitals, his longest ever, Prince Philip was discharged and returned to Windsor Castle.

The Duke of Edinburgh thanked medical staff at both hospitals

On March 16, 2021, 99-year-old Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh, was discharged from King Edward VII's Hospital in London and returned to Windsor Castle. He had been admitted to the hospital in mid-February on the advice of his doctor after feeling unwell. During his 28-day stay, he underwent treatment for an infection and a successful procedure for a pre-existing heart condition at St Bartholomew's Hospital.

The Duke of Edinburgh expressed his gratitude to the medical staff at both hospitals. In a statement released by Buckingham Palace, the Duke of Edinburgh's office conveyed his appreciation: "His Royal Highness wishes to thank all the medical staff who looked after him at both King Edward VII's Hospital and St Bartholomew's Hospital, and everyone who has sent their good wishes."

Prince Philip's health has been a concern in recent years, with this hospitalization marking his longest stay in hospital. The royal family and the nation were relieved to hear of his successful treatment and discharge. The Prince of Wales, Prince Charles, shared his joy, stating that he was “thrilled” that his father had left the hospital and had returned home safely.

The Duke of Edinburgh's discharge from the hospital was a positive development, allowing him to continue his recuperation and recovery at Windsor Castle, where he had been isolating with his wife, Queen Elizabeth, during the COVID-19 pandemic. The Queen and the Duke had received their first dose of the coronavirus vaccine in early January 2021. The Duke's health has been closely monitored, and his hospitalization in 2021 was a precautionary measure to address his pre-existing condition and infection.

The Duke of Edinburgh's successful treatment and discharge from the hospital were welcomed by the royal family and well-wishers around the world. His gratitude towards the medical staff reflected his recognition of the dedicated care he received during his hospitalization.

Prince Philip spent 28 nights as an inpatient, his longest hospital stay ever

On March 16, 2021, Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, was discharged from King Edward VII's Hospital and returned to Windsor Castle. He had spent 28 nights as an inpatient, making it his longest hospital stay ever. The 99-year-old was first admitted to the hospital in mid-February "on the advice of His Royal Highness's Doctor, after feeling unwell." It was said to be a precautionary measure and not an emergency admission.

During his time at King Edward VII's Hospital, Prince Philip was treated for an infection and underwent a successful procedure for a pre-existing heart condition. On March 3, he was transferred to St Bartholomew's Hospital for the heart procedure before being moved back to King Edward's to recuperate and continue treatment.

Buckingham Palace released a statement on the day of his discharge, expressing Prince Philip's gratitude towards the medical staff at both hospitals and those who had sent their good wishes. The statement read:

> "The Duke of Edinburgh has today been discharged from King Edward VII's Hospital and has returned to Windsor Castle, following treatment for an infection and a successful procedure for a pre-existing condition. His Royal Highness wishes to thank all the medical staff who looked after him at both King Edward VII's Hospital and St Bartholomew's Hospital, and everyone who has sent their good wishes."

Prince Philip's son, Prince Charles, also expressed his relief, stating that he was “thrilled" his father had left the hospital.

The Prince of Wales said he was 'thrilled' his father had been discharged

Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh, was discharged from King Edward VII's Hospital in London and returned to Windsor Castle. Buckingham Palace released a statement saying:

> The Duke of Edinburgh has today been discharged from King Edward VII’s Hospital and has returned to Windsor Castle, following treatment for an infection and a successful procedure for a pre-existing condition. His Royal Highness wishes to thank all the medical staff who looked after him at both King Edward VII’s Hospital and St Bartholomew’s Hospital, and everyone who has sent their good wishes.

The 99-year-old husband of Queen Elizabeth was admitted to the hospital in mid-February as a precautionary measure after feeling unwell. He underwent surgery for a heart condition and was treated for an infection.

The Prince of Wales, Prince Philip's son, said he was thrilled that his father had been discharged. When asked if he had spoken to his father, he replied, "Oh yes, I have spoken to him several times." Prince Philip has spent most of the lockdown at Windsor Castle with Queen Elizabeth.

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