Television Presenter Emma Willis Reveals Shocking Health Diagnosis and Secret Surgery
According to a report from GB News, television presenter Emma Willis has bravely shared her recent health journey, revealing that she underwent keyhole heart surgery after discovering she had a hole in her heart. The 48-year-old former Big Brother host took to social media to share the news, explaining that she had the procedure a few weeks ago following investigations and diagnosis last year.
In a heartfelt post, Willis expressed her gratitude to the medical team at the Royal Brompton Hospital for their "care and support" during her treatment journey. She also shared images from the hospital, including photos with her husband Matt Willis, who she said remained by her side throughout the ordeal. As GB News reported, Willis shared that her experience ranged from "investigations last year, to diagnosis and then surgery," praising the medical staff as "absolutely incredible."
Willis, as quoted by GB News, expressed amazement at "the wonders of modern medicine, and the spectacular people that save, fix and help us every single day." In her post, she revealed that she had been living with an undetected heart condition for decades. "Turns out, I’ve been pottering around for 48 years blissfully unaware I had a hole in my heart," she shared. "Isn’t it bonkers what’s happening in our bodies that we have no idea about."
The condition was only discovered following medical investigations that began last year, eventually leading to her diagnosis and subsequent surgery. Throughout her medical journey, Willis praised her husband Matt for his unwavering support. "As was @mattjwillis who never left my side," she wrote in her social media post. The couple has been together since 2004, when they met while Emma was working as a presenter on MTV and Matt appeared with his band, Busted.
Willis also personally thanked numerous staff members who cared for her, particularly highlighting her surgeon, Dr Ee Ling Heng. "She was recommended as ‘a spectacular pair of hands’, but my god, she’s that and so much more," Willis wrote about Dr Heng. The presenter praised Dr Heng’s "ease and warmth" while remaining "incredibly professional and informative." "I ask a million questions, and she answered them with the patience of a saint," Willis added.
In her post, Willis made sure to thank all the medical professionals involved in her care, including "Dr Alexander Lyon who investigated like a true super sleuth" and "Professor Wei Li, echocardiogram extraordinaire." She also expressed gratitude to the nursing staff, mentioning "Paulette, who was always up for a chat, gave great hugs, and loves a cinnamon slice as much as I do!" As GB News reported, Willis’s bravery in sharing her health journey has been widely praised, raising awareness about the importance of regular health check-ups and the wonders of modern medicine.
Willis’s health journey serves as a reminder that even the most seemingly healthy individuals can be living with undetected health conditions. Her bravery in sharing her story hopes to encourage others to prioritize their health and seek medical attention if they have any concerns. According to GB News, Willis’s story is a testament to the excellent care provided by the medical team at the Royal Brompton Hospital and the importance of having a strong support system during difficult times.
