MOSCOW, June 16. /TASS/. Russian President Vladimir Putin congratulated the medical workers with their professional holiday, highlighting their skills, decency and mercifulness.

"Medicine is undoubtedly the most humane profession. Throughout history, a doctor’s character, compassionate care for patients and readiness to provide immediate assistance have been deeply appreciated by society. As the saying goes, a kind heart is the best remedy," the Russian leader said.

"Within the medical community, integrity, mercy, and compassion are valued as highly as a doctor’s skill, knowledge, and responsibility. The majority of Russian medical professionals possess these qualities, which are passed down through generations," the head of state added.

Putin also extends his appreciation to military medics for their professionalism and courage during the special military operation.

"Currently, in conditions of the special military operation, medical workers demonstrate their best abilities, save wounded individuals on the battlefield, treat, nurse back to health, perform the most complex operations, master and introduce new methods of rehabilitation, and do everything possible to support the mental strength of our heroes," the head of state said on a video with congratulations on the Medical Worker Day.

"I thank all military medics for the highest professionalism, courage, resilience, and constant tenderness," Putin added.