KONDOI
Historical document, translated for reference. It reflects medical knowledge of the 1920s–30s and is not medical advice.
Summary
Kondoi was an 18th-century Russian medical administrator who reorganized military healthcare, improved hospital education, and established foundations for maternal and infant care.
Encyclopedia entry (1928–1936)
KONDOI Pavel Zakharovich (1710-60), prominent figure of the 18th century in the organization of medical affairs in Russia. After graduating from the University of Leiden, he entered military service in Russia, quickly advanced through his organizational abilities, and in 1737 was appointed 'general-staff doctor' of the army. Then from 1741 to 1747, as assistant to the 'general-director' of the medical chancellery of Lestok, K. actually directed the administration of all medical affairs in Russia. In 1754, K. was appointed director of the medical chancellery (see Healthcare); K. held this position until his death. Thanks to the energy of K., the organization of military medical service was implemented, teaching in hospital schools was significantly improved, and finally the initial foundation was laid for 'maternal affairs,' i.e., the protection of motherhood and infancy.
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“KONDOI.” Soviet Medical Encyclopedia. English translation of Bolshaya Meditsinskaya Entsiklopediya, 1st ed. (Moscow, 1928–1936), ed. N. A. Semashko. https://sovietmedicalencyclopedia.pages.dev/article/kondoi/