Jim McLean recovering after severe diverticulitis hospitalization
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 2, 2026, 12:40 AM
Last updated Jul 2, 2026
Jim McLean, former professional golfer turned instructor, is recovering from life-threatening diverticulitis. Hospitalized on May 26, he was pronounced dead twice due to complications from the condition. McLean shared that he has been distant from friends during his recovery process, with support from family and close friends by his side. He plans to transfer to a physical therapy hospital soon as he works toward regaining full health.
- •McLean was hospitalized and pronounced dead twice due to diverticulitis.
- •He cut off communication for over three weeks during his recovery.
- •Support from family and friends has been crucial during his health crisis.
- •McLean plans to transfer to a physical therapy hospital soon.
- 12:40 AMYahoo Sports — Former Pro Golfer Turned Instructor Jim McLean, 76, Is Recovering After Being 'Pronounced Dead Twice' from Diverticulitis
""I arrived in an ambulance on May 26. I was pronounced dead twice—from diverticulitis—where the colon is punctured," said McLean on Instagram
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