Valentin Felixovich Voyno-Yasenetsky, known as Saint Luke of Simferopol, was a renowned surgeon and professor of anatomy and surgery, particularly noted for his work on regional anesthesia and pyogenic infections.
He made significant contributions in neuroanatomy, neurosurgery, and regional anesthesia, providing detailed descriptions of brain structures and clarifying surgical terms and techniques.
His pioneering work on regional anesthesia and focus on surgery safety has established him as an exemplary figure in modern neurosurgery.