Medicentro Clinic Releases Statement on Uribe Turbay's Treatment After Shooting

Bogotá, Colombia – June 10, 2025. Senator and presidential pre-candidate Miguel Uribe Turbay was the victim of a shooting attack in the Modelia neighborhood on Saturday, June 7th. The Medicentro Clinic, the first medical facility to receive Mr. Turbay, has released an official statement detailing the care he received. The statement confirms that Mr. Turbay arrived at 5:40 p.m. and was immediately treated by a multidisciplinary medical team, including specialists in critical medicine, neurosurgery, vascular surgery, nursing, and respiratory therapy. "From his arrival, he was attended to immediately and with priority," the statement reads. Advanced diagnostic imaging revealed complex intracranial injuries. The clinic initiated all recommended interventions within the first hour of treatment, including intensive care, neurological monitoring, and mechanical ventilation. At the request of his family and in coordination with the Bogotá District Health Secretariat and the Santa Fe Foundation, Mr. Turbay was safely transferred to Fundación Santa Fe de Bogotá for specialized surgical treatment. The clinic reiterates its commitment to providing comprehensive, humane, and timely care to all patients. This incident highlights the ongoing security concerns for political figures in Colombia and underscores the swift and coordinated response of medical professionals.