The best combat physician in Europe: Azov's military man received a valuable reward (photo)

To spread: Vladimir "Spritit" Ryzhenko, a combat physician from the 12th Brigade of Special Forces "Azov" of the National Guard of Ukraine, is recognized as the best combat physician in Europe. Azovets performed a unique surgery to rescue the brother in the winter of 2025 in extreme conditions. The details were reported in the 1st Corps of NSU "Azov". The team of three doctors from Azov participated in the largest European Conference on Combat Medical Carence 2025 in Germany.

The event was co -organized by the Bundesver, who gathered more than 1,400 experts from 44 countries. Azovts shared unique experience in combat. Senior Lieutenant Sergei Jedi Rotchuk presented innovative approaches to medical logistics on the battlefield. And Olga Krava Tagirova told about calls while providing a medical care outside the "golden hour" (a critical period of time after injury, for which first aid increases the chances of survival - ed. ).

Ryzhenko was particularly recognized, he was awarded the "Best European Medic of the Year" award in the category "Military Medicine", with the exclusive case of rescue of the brothers in the winter of 2025. The military survived due to the transfusion of donor blood that he was thrown from the drone. The operation was under extreme conditions. Together with the award "Sprite" received a sword - a symbol of strength, dignity and courage.

During his speech, he thanked his brothers who helped him in medical surgery. We will remind, wounded Ukrainian military can receive a supplement up to 100 thousand hryvnias a month. In the case of severe injuries, at least 3 225. 8 UAH is paid for each day of treatment. The military from the 3rd Separate assault brigade of the Armed Forces with the call sign "Janis" saved the wounded boy after the massacre in Venice.