Today, February 9, 2026, a ceremonial event took place at the V.P. Filatov Institute of Eye Diseases and Tissue Therapy of the National Academy of Medical Sciences of Ukraine: the presentation of the honorary award “Distinction of Saint Great Martyr and Healer Panteleimon” to Corresponding Member of the National Academy of Medical Sciences of Ukraine, Doctor of Medical Sciences, Professor N. V. Pasechnikova, Doctor of Medical Sciences S. V. Katsan, Candidate of Medical Sciences I. O. Nasynnyk, and Candidate of Medical Sciences T. S. Pilkevych . This award honors physicians and scientists for their selfless service to humanity, high professionalism, compassion, and dedication to their calling.

This award symbolizes the union of spiritual values and medicine, recognizing many years of conscientious work and a significant contribution to preserving people’s health and advancing national medical science. Saint Panteleimon, the heavenly protector of doctors, represents selfless dedication, humanism, and care for others.

During the award ceremony, held in an atmosphere of deep respect and gratitude, honorary awards and certificates were presented. The event served as an important spiritual and professional milestone, underscoring the noble mission of the physician and the significance of moral principles in modern medicine.

The Institute’s staff sincerely congratulates the awardees and expresses gratitude for their tireless work, dedication to the profession, and service to people. May this high honor serve as a source of inspiration for further accomplishments and new scientific and professional achievements.