How time flies!

29 years ago, the NICU at Laniado Hospital was Adi Karta’s first home. Born at just 27 weeks and weighing only 800 grams, he was a tiny warrior who fought for his life for three long months.

Caring for him back then with endless devotion was Eti Litig, our NICU Head Nurse.

Last week, history repeated itself in the most moving way.
Adi returned to our new NICU—but this time, not as a premature baby, but as a father. Together with his wife Shirley, they came to take home their newborn daughter. She was cared for in our fortified, state-of-the-art NICU, providing safety and peace of mind even during these challenging times of war.

At Laniado, our protected NICU operates 24/7, even under the threat of ballistic missiles and rockets. This security is exactly why we’ve seen a drastic increase in birth rates at Laniado throughout the war—parents know their little ones are in the safest hands and the safest place.

And the ultimate full-circle moment? Eti Litig, who devotedly cared for Adi nearly three decades ago, was there once again to care for the next generation and personally escort them home.

We wish the Karta family endless joy, health, and happiness. Thank you for letting us be part of your story—twice.