Nikolay Pirogov’s contribution to medical support during the Crimean War (1853–1856)
Journal: Humanitarian Military Journal
Year: 2025

Nikolay Pirogov (1810–1881), an outstanding surgeon and skilled manager, made a significant contribution to the development of the medical support system. Pirogov’s work included both the development of innovative treatment methods and structuring of the medical service, which earned him a key place in the history of battlefield medicine. The work used historical and medical analysis based on archive materials and the scientist’s publications. It is focused on the analysis of the effectiveness o