Studying the biographies of outstanding doctors is essential for a comprehensive understanding of the development of medical science and practice. The purpose of the work: based on the systematization of materials about the life path and professional activity of P.D. Borodin, to identify key aspects of his legacy that are significant for understanding the development of Ural surgery in the context of training future specialists. Materials and methods. The archival materials of the state autonomous healthcare institution of the Sverdlovsk region “Verkhnepyshminskaya Central City Clinical Hospital named after P.D.” have been analyzed. Borodina” and conducted an interview with the staff of this medical organization. Results. Pavel Dmitrievich Borodin (1938-1988) worked his way up from a rural paramedic to head of the surgical department of a city hospital. Over the years, he has performed more than 10,000 operations in conditions of limited resources, significantly expanded the range of surgical interventions in the department and formed a disciplined team. Borodin paid great attention to mentoring and supporting young specialists, having trained a number of surgeons who later occupied key positions in the region’s healthcare system. Conclusion. The biography and professional activity of P.D. Borodin demonstrate the model of effective organization of the regional surgical service in the Soviet period, based on dedication, continuity of the therapeutic and diagnostic process and the formation of professional culture. The identified principles of work organization remain of high importance in modern conditions of digitalization and standardization of healthcare.
Keywords: Pavel Dmitrievich Borodin, doctor, surgeon, biography, professional activity