About «the birthday» of the Medical Surgical (Military Medical) Academy

Clinical Medicine (Russian Journal) 2026 Open access

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Authors: В. Б. Симоненко, Виктор Григорьевич Абашин, P. E. Krynyukov, П. А. Дулин
DOI: 10.30629/0023-2149-2025-103-12-931-935
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Abstract

The article provides research materials on the founding date of the Medical and Surgical Academy, the Decrees of the Emperor, the Reforms of Paul I, and the approval of the historical date “The Academy’s Birthday”. The Medical and Surgical Academy was founded by Decree of Paul I on 18.12.1798; It was first named the “Academy” on 12.02.1799. Some authors consider the earlier date of the Academy’s foundation.

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History of Science and Medicine History of Medical Practice Medical History and Innovations

Publication details

Journal / source
Clinical Medicine (Russian Journal)
Volume
103
Issue
12
Pages
931–935
Publication date
3 March 2026
Language
EN