Physiotherapist recalls emotional moment beside grieving Dr M
KUALA LUMPUR: A physiotherapist who was seen crying beside Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad during his wife’s funeral said he was deeply moved by the former prime minister’s grief.
KUALA LUMPUR: A 31-year-old physiotherapist, Kevin Choo, recalled an emotional moment he experienced beside Tun Dr Mahathir Mohamad during his wife's funeral. Choo was seen crying alongside the former prime minister, which drew attention on social media. He had been providing physiotherapy to the couple for two years. Initially, Choo felt shy and awkward working with them due to their status, but their comfort level grew over time.
Despite their age, Dr Siti Hasmah Mohd Ali, 100, remained determined to undergo physiotherapy for her health. On the day of her funeral, Choo's role was to monitor Dr Mahathir's condition and assist him with his physical needs. Choo said seeing the former prime minister in such grief deeply affected him, highlighting the personal loss behind the public figure.
As a healthcare professional, Choo tried to stay professional, but his human emotions surfaced, leading to tears. He stated that anyone who witnessed the scene could sense the heaviness in the atmosphere. Dr Hasmah passed away at the National Heart Institute in Kuala Lumpur and was buried later that day at Pusara Negara in Precinct 20, Putrajaya.
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