Not all heroes wear capes: Watch how Russian doctors hold steady as 8.8 magnitude quake hits
The surgery was being performed in the city of Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky
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In a dramatic display of resilience and professionalism, Russian doctors remained calm and focused as 8.8 magnitude earthquake rattled the region.
Amidst the chaos and uncertainty, the medical team of four healthcare professionals quickly braced the patient, showcasing their unwavering commitment to care in the face of disaster.
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As tremors shook the ground mid-operation, the surgeons can be seen trying to stabilise their patient.
The surgery was being performed in the city of Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky.
The video was shared by Kamchatka Health Minister Oleg Melnikov.
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"Despite the danger, the doctors remained calm and stayed with the patient until the very end," the minister wrote on Telegram, adding that the patient is out of danger.
The earthquake, which hit off the Kamchatka Peninsula, was one of the most powerful ever recorded, according to data from the US Geological Survey.
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