Alexandru Pesamosca
Alexandru Pesamosca
Alexandru Pesamosca (pronunciation: al-ex-an-dru pe-sa-mos-ca) was a renowned Romanian pediatric surgeon and philanthropist.
Etymology
The name Alexandru is of Greek origin, derived from the name Alexander, meaning "defender of men". Pesamosca is a unique surname with unknown etymology.
Biography
Alexandru Pesamosca was born on 14th February 1929 in Bucharest, Romania. He graduated from the Faculty of Medicine in Bucharest in 1953 and specialized in pediatric surgery. Pesamosca was known for his dedication to his profession and his philanthropic activities. He performed over 40,000 surgeries during his career, many of them free of charge for children from disadvantaged backgrounds.
Contributions
Pesamosca was the founder of the "Victor Gomoiu" Children's Hospital in Bucharest, one of the most important pediatric hospitals in Romania. He also established the "Dr. Alexandru Pesamosca" Foundation, which provides medical assistance and support to children in need.
Legacy
Pesamosca's work has had a significant impact on the field of pediatric surgery in Romania. His dedication to helping children and his contributions to medicine have made him a respected figure in the medical community.
Related Terms
- Pediatric Surgery: The surgical subspecialty focused on providing surgical care for children.
- Philanthropy: The desire to promote the welfare of others, typically through the donation of money, resources, or time.
- Bucharest: The capital and largest city of Romania, where Pesamosca was born and practiced medicine.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Alexandru Pesamosca
- Wikipedia's article - Alexandru Pesamosca
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