The principal epidemiologist of the front (on the occasion of the 120th anniversary of Professor S. V. Viskovsky's birth)

Key Points

• Professor Viskovsky significantly shaped the field of infectious diseases and health administration.
• His pivotal role during the Great Patriotic War contributed to public health advancements.
• The paper celebrates his 120th birthday while detailing his impactful career.
• Viskovsky's work remains influential in the field of epidemiology and health policy.