Drapaty introduces new AFU Medical Forces commander Humeniuk
Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Mykhailo Drapaty has introduced the staff to the new Commander of the UAF Medical Forces—Medical Service Colonel Kostiantyn Humeniuk, who was appointed by presidential decree, the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reports.
On October 5, 2023, Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine Mykhailo Drapaty introduced Colonel Kostiantyn Humeniuk, the new Commander of the UAF Medical Forces. The appointment was made via a presidential decree, according to the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
Drapaty outlined Humeniuk's mission as spearheading significant advancements within the Medical Forces. His primary objective is to enhance medical support for soldiers to meet the demands of contemporary warfare. He stressed that this improvement should not be measured by the quantity of medical supplies, hospitals, or gatherings, but rather by the number of lives saved.
Drapaty highlighted that even the finest equipment and resources are ineffective without skilled personnel. Therefore, Drapaty emphasized the urgent need to address the staffing deficit within the Armed Forces medical system. He called for the recruitment of more qualified doctors and medical professionals, with all efforts directed towards aiding frontline soldiers.
Humeniuk is a military surgeon who completed his education at the Air Assault Forces school and previously held the position of Chief Surgeon in the Armed Forces. He is familiar with the critical importance of each decision made at the operating table, boasting extensive hands-on experience in saving lives in challenging circumstances. Drapaty also noted Humeniuk's respected standing among medics, both within the Ukrainian Armed Forces, the civilian healthcare system, and the volunteer community.
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