Da Nang City leaders awarded the "Dedication to Da Nang" award to Professor Erich Johann Lejeune - Photo: DOAN NHAN
Now, with the " Dedication to Da Nang " award - a noble title presented for the first time, the city officially honors their lasting and meaningful contributions.
The first person to receive the "Dedication to Da Nang" award
On the morning of March 18, Da Nang Hospital held the opening ceremony of the intervention room equipped with the Azurion 7 digital subtraction angiography (DSA) system, sponsored by the organization "Heart for the heart".
On this occasion, Da Nang city also expressed gratitude for the outstanding contributions of Professor Erich Johann Lejeune and his wife to the development of the city's health sector.
At the ceremony, Professor Erich Johann Lejeune became the first person to receive the "Dedication to Da Nang" award from the Da Nang city government.
This is a recognition of the tireless efforts of him and his wife - Dr. Irène Lejeune - in their journey to support the Da Nang health sector, especially in the field of congenital heart disease treatment for children.
The organization "Heart for Heart" (Germany) founded by Professor Lejeune and his wife has accompanied Da Nang Hospital for many years.
Professor Erich Johann Lejeune and his wife - Photo: DOAN NHAN
Symbol of love and sharing
In 2006, the organization funded the first DSA system, marking an important turning point in the diagnosis and treatment of cardiovascular diseases in hospitals.
In 2013, in response to the increasing demand for congenital heart disease patients, the professor and his wife continued to support the establishment of a congenital and structural heart department, and sponsored a second DSA system worth VND26.87 billion, bringing a chance of life to thousands of patients.
In 2023, they continued to sponsor many modern medical equipment for diagnosis and screening of congenital heart disease. Thanks to that, the number of detected congenital heart disease cases skyrocketed.
Faced with that reality, in 2024, the professor couple and the organization "Heart for the Heart" decided to sponsor more than 1 million euros (equivalent to 27.24 billion VND) to equip the third DSA system - the most modern two-plane DSA system in the region.
Mr. Le Duc Nhan, Director of Da Nang Hospital, said: "This contribution continues to affirm the couple's heart and love for cardiovascular patients not only in Da Nang but also in the Central Highlands region.
Not only do they sponsor equipment, Professor Lejeune and his wife are also a bridge to bring the world's leading medical experts to support Da Nang Hospital. Experts such as Professor Henrich Netz and Professor Le Trong Phi directly trained and provided professional guidance in the early stages of establishing the congenital and structural heart department, contributing to improving the quality of treatment at the hospital."
Director of Da Nang Hospital Le Duc Nhan (right) shared with city leaders and units about the functions of the intervention room equipped with the Azurion 7 digital subtraction angiography (DSA) system sponsored by the organization "Heart for the heart" - Photo: DOAN NHAN
Speaking at the program, Vice Chairman of Da Nang City People's Committee Le Quang Nam expressed his sincere thanks to Professor Lejeune and his wife and the "Heart for Heart" Organization for their valuable and meaningful contributions to the city.
He emphasized that their efforts not only left a deep mark in the medical industry, but also became a symbol of love and sharing with the community.
Source: https://tuoitre.vn/lan-dau-trao-giai-cong-hien-cho-da-nang-vinh-danh-vo-chong-tien-si-nguoi-duc-20250318153725735.htm
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