Former Negros Oriental 3rd District representative Arnie Teves is set to be transferred to a private hospital to undergo major surgery, according to his legal counsel, Atty. Ferdinand Topacio.

Topacio, in a statement, enumerated that the transfer is based on the following grounds: “The following, as far as may be revealed, are the latest on the condition of our client, Rep. Arnolfo A. Teves: 1. After being examined at a government hospital this morning [Tuesday, June 17, 2025] until mid-afternoon, the doctors therein have decided that Mr. Teves’ condition requires major surgery in another hospital with additional equipment and facilities.

"2. Thus, Mr. Teves had been recommended by government doctors to be transferred to St. Luke’s Medical Center, Bonifacio Global City, following accepted proper Bureau of Jail Management and Penology official protocols involving such serious emergency cases.

"3. All trial courts before which Mr. Teves has pending cases have been informed of the situation by way of the most expeditious means possible."""

(via Saleema Refran/GMA Integrated News)