Mkhitar Heratsi ( Armenian : Մխիթար Հերացի ) was a 12th-century Armenian physician. He was born in Khoy (present-day northwestern Iran ). He was well versed in the Persian , Greek , and Arabic languages. Heratsi, often considered the father of Armenian medicine, was the author of the Relief of Fevers , an encyclopedic work in which he discussed, among other subjects, surgery , diet and psychotherapy .
16-541: Awards and decorations of Armenia are military and civil decorations of Armenia which are bestowed by various agencies of the Armenian government for acts of accomplishment benefiting the government and the Armenian nation as a whole. National Hero of Armenia is the highest title in Armenia. The law on the title of the "National Hero of Armenia" has been in effect since April 22, 1994. "National Hero of Armenia"
32-657: A non-military nature. There are various forms of civil awards and decorations, including the following. On everyday occasions, only miniature insignia, often in the form of a circular rosette , are normally worn. Mkhitar Heratsi A complete manuscript of the Relief of Fevers was discovered in Constantinople in 1727 and acquired by the French National Library in Paris. A complete translation of
48-666: Is awarded for notable creative achievements in Armenian culture, arts, literature, education and the humanities. The law on the Movses Khorenatsi Medal has been in effect since July 26, 1993. It is named after Movses Khorenatsi . According to the September 12, 2001 "Law on Honorary Titles of the Republic of Armenia in the Areas of Science, Education, Journalism, Culture, Arts, Healthcare, Physical Culture and Sports,"
64-471: Is awarded for outstanding services of national importance to Armenia in defense and strengthening of the state system and creation of important national values. Those who are awarded the title of the "National Hero of Armenia" also receive an "Order of Fatherland." Famous recipients are: The Order of Glory was founded on 22 December 2010 and is awarded to: It is awarded for significant contribution to strengthening and development of bilateral relations, for
80-632: Is awarded to employees of the Armenian military forces, the Ministries of Internal Affairs and National Security, the Department of Emergency Situations and the Customs services, as well as to other people. The law on the Medal for Courage has been in effect since July 26, 1993. Medal for Combat Service is awarded for skillful, original and brave action in performance of military duties, for keeping
96-425: Is named after Vardan Mamikonian . The Vardan Mamikonian Order is awarded to: St. Mesrop Mashtots Order is awarded for significant achievements in economic development of the Republic of Armenia, natural and social sciences, inventions, culture, education, healthcare, and public service, as well as for activities promoting scientific, technological, economic and cultural cooperation with foreign countries. The law on
112-587: The Anania Shirakatsi Medal has been in effect since July 26, 1993. The law was amended on November 15, 2000. It is named after Anania Shirakatsi . Mkhitar Heratsi Medal is awarded for services to the development of healthcare in Armenia, high professionalism, practical work, as well as for significant philanthropic activities. The Mkhitar Heratsi Medal is awarded to civilian and military doctors, junior and middle medical personnel, pharmacist, as well as philanthropists and other persons. The law on
128-551: The Mkhitar Heratsi Medal has been in effect since July 26, 1993. It is named after Mkhitar Heratsi . Mkhitar Gosh Medal is awarded for notable state, public and political activities, as well as significant services in the areas of diplomacy, law and political science. The law on the Mkhitar Gosh Medal has been in effect since July 26, 1993. It is named after Mkhitar Gosh . Movses Khorenatsi Medal
144-613: The Motherland” has two degrees: The Order of Friendship is awarded for significant services in promoting mutual understanding in the political, scientific and educational, cultural and religious spheres, as well for strengthening and bolstering friendly ties between peoples. Medal for Courage is awarded for courage in defending the Fatherland, protecting the public order, as well as in rescue operations and for performing duties in life-threatening conditions. The Medal for Courage
160-642: The Republic of Armenia. The law on the Tigran Mets Order has been in effect since June 12, 2002. It is named after Tigranes the Great . The Tigran Mets Order is awarded to: Vardan Mamikonian Order is awarded for exceptional courage on military duty, as well as for notable services in army development and increasing the combat readiness of the armed forces. The law on the Vardan Mamikonian Order has been in effect since June 12, 2002. It
176-458: The St. Mesrop Mashtots Order has been in effect since July 26, 1993. It is named after Mesrop Mashtots . The order for “Services to the fatherland” is awarded for state, social and political activity and significant achievements in the spheres of economy, the defense of the motherland, national security, as well as in humanitarian sphere and for other outstanding services. The order for “Services to
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#1732792970066192-457: The army in military preparedness and for service rendered in protection of the country's borders. The Medal for Combat Service is conferred upon Armenian military personnel, as well as other persons. The Law on the Medal for Combat Service has been in effect since July 26, 1993. Anania Shirakatsi Medal is awarded for notable activities in economy, engineering, science and technology, as well as for significant inventions and discoveries. The law on
208-419: The following Honorary Titles have been created for notable contribution to and exceptional achievements in the areas of science, education, journalism, culture, arts, healthcare, physical culture and sports: Civil decorations Civil awards and decorations are awarded to civilians for distinguished service or for eminence in a field of endeavour. Military personnel might also be eligible for services of
224-421: The preservation of peace and security, for the protection of human rights and fundamental freedoms, in activities which encourage the development of economic relations, preservation of spiritual values and cultural activities. The ribbon of the order is crimson red . The Order of Honor is offered for special services to the protection of the state and national interests of Armenia, to its independence and to
240-456: The strengthening of democracy, as well as for significant contribution to the establishment, strengthening and development of friendship with Armenia and the promotion of peace between nations. The law on the Order of Honor has been in effect since July 27, 2000. The Order of Honor is awarded to: The ribbon of the order is azure blue . Tigran Mets Order is awarded for exceptional services to
256-512: The work was first published in German by Ernst Seidel in 1908. Yerevan State Medical University has been named after Mkhitar Heratsi since 1989 and awards the "Mkhitar Heratsi Scholarship " to excellent students. This Armenian biographical article is a stub . You can help Misplaced Pages by expanding it . This Iranian biographical article is a stub . You can help Misplaced Pages by expanding it . This biographical article related to medicine
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