After undergoing a successful angioplasty procedure on April 7 at Anaheim Regional Medical Center in California, Archbishop Anthony Sablan Apuron is recovering well, according to information provided by the Archbishop’s office. The almost three-hour long procedure addressed blockages in the archbishop’s left artery.
Hours before his procedure, the archbishop was greeted by family members, friends, and other archdiocesan officials. Among the visitors was Msgr. James L.G. Benavente, who was designated by the Vicar General Msgr. David C. Quitugua, JCD, to visit the archbishop as a gesture of soladarity and prayerful support for him during this time.
Msgr. James delivered hundreds of cards containing well wishes and prayers from the various parishes, schools, and organizations in the archdiocese.
The archbishop’s return to the island has not been announced as he meets with doctors to discuss any remaining issues or concerns involving his procedure. Return to the Cathedral-Basilica’s website for future updates.