“70% of wounded soldiers return to duty after treatment,” – Medical Forces chief
Source: Ukrinform
70% of wounded soldiers return to active duty after treatment, according to Andriy Kazmirchuk, the Commander of Medical Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. While outcomes vary across different fronts, this remarkable figure reflects a strong backbone in the military ranks.
“These 70% of soldiers essentially form the core of our military contingent,” Kazmirchuk explained.
The need for combat medics on the frontlines remains constant as they are a particularly vulnerable group. Despite their critical role, they don’t work directly under the Medical Forces command but are part of the regular army units. “Combat medics carry out the same missions as regular soldiers,” added Kazmirchuk.
“They fall under the command of their respective military branches and units, but we are responsible for their specialized training,” he added.
Kazmirchuk also revealed that only 10% of combat medics currently have formal medical education. He though made it clear there is difference between their current roles and those of traditional medical professionals, saying, “On the frontlines, it’s about saving lives, not treatment. If a soldier is trained, then they are saved.”
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