Update on Roman Kostomarov’s medical journey and later movements
Roman Kostomarov, the 2006 Olympic ice dancing champion, emerged from hospital care at Kommunarka and reportedly moved abroad for further prosthetic treatment. Reports indicate the discharge occurred toward the end of April, with details suggesting the destination could be Israel or Germany. According to a hospital source, the discharge was discreet, and Kostomarov was transported to an airport by private vehicle, indicating an ongoing rehabilitation process in a private medical facility.
Initial speculation had Kostomarov receiving prosthetics in Germany, though individuals close to the skater denied this specific arrangement. In the weeks that followed, supporters and followers on social media received a personal message from the skater on May 8, expressing gratitude to fans, relatives, friends, and the medical team for their assistance in his recovery.
The timeline shows Kostomarov’s hospitalization began in January, when he was admitted to intensive care with pneumonia and required ventilatory support due to critical health challenges. He was subsequently moved to a hospital in Kommunarka, where ECMO therapy was part of the treatment. During this period, reports circulated about multiple surgical procedures aimed at addressing complications arising from the illness.
In related news, the Hungarian National Skating Association announced that it would not host the European Figure Skating Championships in 2024. This decision was shared amid ongoing discussions about European events and the broader health and sport landscape.