Vladimir Putin extended his greetings to Andrei Kaprin, a scholar, surgical oncologist, full member of the Russian Academy of Sciences, and Director General of the National Medical Research Radiological Centre under the Russian Healthcare Ministry, on his 60th birthday.
The message reads, in part:
“You are rightly regarded as an outstanding scholar and organiser of Russian healthcare – a true leading light in medical science. Your fundamental research, innovative developments and vast practical experience have contributed in no small measure to significant advances in the prevention, early diagnosis and treatment of cancer, saving countless lives. Equally, your contribution to uniting the professional community around shared goals and to strengthening international humanitarian and scientific cooperation is of the utmost importance.”