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Patron Saints of surgeons

5 saints serve as patrons of surgeons.

Saint Cosmas

Saint Cosmas

Feast: September 26

Saint Cosmas, also known as Cosma the Moneyless or the Silverless, was a renowned physician and martyr who lived in the 3rd century. He was born of Arabic descent, and together with his twin brother,...

Saint Damian

Saint Damian

Feast: September 26

Saint Damian, also known as the Moneyless or the Silverless, was a revered Catholic saint who lived in the 3rd century. He is often mentioned alongside his twin brother, Saint Cosmas, with whom he...

Saint Foillan of Fosses

Saint Foillan of Fosses

Feast: January 16

Martyr

Name: Saint Valentine of Segovia Also known as: N/A Profile: Brother of Saint Fructus of Segovia and Saint Engratia of Segovia. Martyred by invading Moors. Representation: N/A Precongregation:...

Saint Luke The Evangelist

Saint Luke The Evangelist

Feast: October 18

Saint Luke The Evangelist, also known as Lucas, was born to pagan Greek parents in Antioch. It is believed that he may have been a slave during his early life. Luke is recognized as one of the...

Saint Roch

Saint Roch

Feast: August 16

Saint Roch, also known as Roc, Rocco, Roche, Rochus, Rock, Rocke, Rollock, Rollox, Roque, and Seemirookie, was a French noble who developed a strong empathy for the poor and sick from an early age....

Prayer for the Intercession of the Patron Saints of surgeons

Dear patron saints of surgeons, we humbly ask for your intercession before our Lord. Guide and protect all those who seek your help. Through your holy examples, help us to grow in faith and virtue. Amen.

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