Forty-two percent of his bodily surface is scorched. - Wounded Ukrainian serviceman desires to go back to his kids on the front line
A critically wounded Ukrainian man arrived in Germany in January through a compassionate program and has been undergoing treatment at Hanover Medical School since then. Having survived five months and undergone multiple surgeries, Oleksandr R. has finally regained the ability to walk through the park at the clinic. However, he continues to struggle with finger movement.
Concerns for his sons during the war
Since his relocation to Lower Saxony, his partner Svetlana (40) has been by his side, overjoyed by his steadily improving recovery. Yet, she remains anxious about their two sons.
While he underwent treatment, their eldest son, Viatcheslav (20), along with his partner's son Dimitri (18), was conscripted into the military. "They're fighting in the same unit I was in," informs Oleksandr R., adding, "I'm not going to abandon them - I want to join them and fight against the Russian invader as soon as possible."
Prioritizing military action over therapy
The 55-year-old, who used to work as a cab driver, is still in need of several more weeks of rehabilitation in Germany. However, he believes he can carry out the necessary therapy exercises in Ukraine. "I don't need rehab for those, I can do it there," says Oleksandr with determination.
On Tuesday morning, they both left for Ukraine.
Before parting, Oleksandr expressed his gratitude to the medical staff: "They saved my life and got me back on my feet so quickly. I'm very thankful for their efforts. I've had a great time in Germany, and I'd love to return, just not right now - I have to take care of my sons and help bring peace to Ukraine."
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Source: symclub.org
