Wiktor Korolenko

Wiktor Korolenko is the chief physician of a hospital in the Ukrainian city of Cherson, which has been heavily affected by the ongoing conflict. At 58 years old, he has witnessed the devastating impact of Russian drone attacks on civilians and the healthcare system. Under his leadership, the hospital has adapted to operate in underground facilities to protect staff and patients from aerial assaults, ensuring continued medical care for those injured in the conflict. Korolenko's commitment to his patients is evident as he recounts the emotional toll of treating civilians, especially children, injured by the violence surrounding them.