Victor Davis Hanson, the conservative titan and Hoover Institution senior fellow, was set to undergo a major operation this week, as Fox News reports.

For those unfamiliar, Hanson, a 72-year-old scholar, author, Trump supporter, and frequent Fox News Channel guest, revealed his upcoming surgery on his podcast, Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words, amid a grueling nine-month battle with a hard-to-diagnose health issue.

Over the past nine months, Hanson endured a medical mystery that puzzled even the sharpest minds, until a biopsy and further tests finally pinned down the problem.

Hanson's Nine-Month Health Odyssey Unveiled

While Hanson prefers to keep personal matters under wraps, the visible toll on his appearance prompted concern from his loyal readers and listeners.

He felt compelled to address the issue publicly, not for sympathy, but out of a sense of duty to those who’ve supported his work, from bestselling books like The Case for Trump to sharp opinion pieces on Fox News Digital.

Now, that’s class—putting your audience first, even when you’re facing a “major problem” that demands a “major effort,” as he put it.

Stanford Med: Hanson's Trusted Battleground

Speaking on his podcast last week, Hanson shared, “I finally ended up going to the best medical center that I know, Stanford Med, and the people there are wonderful.”

“It’ll work out one way or the other,” he added with a stoic resolve that mirrors the grit of the heartland values he often champions.

Let’s be real—while progressive agendas might push for government-controlled healthcare, Hanson’s choice of Stanford Med reminds us why private institutions often lead the way in excellence.

Public Support Pours in for Hanson

As news of his surgery broke, social media lit up with an outpouring of support for this conservative heavyweight.

Listeners and readers alike expressed gratitude for his tireless defense of traditional values against the tide of woke overreach, wishing him a swift recovery.

It’s heartening to see a community rally around a man who’s spent decades articulating the frustrations of everyday Americans ignored by coastal elites.

Temporary Podcast Transition Amid Recovery

While Hanson prepared for this significant procedure, his podcast cohost, Jack Fowler, was set to step in to keep Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words rolling.

Hanson also took a moment to thank his audience, saying, “It’s been a nine-month odyssey, the problem I had was very hard to diagnose, so it’s no one’s fault. It’s been diagnosed through biopsy and everything else and I’ll be fine.”

That’s the spirit of accountability and optimism we need more of—facing the fight head-on, no excuses, just a determination to press forward for those who count on him.