Ladies and gentlemen,
2022 was a year that began for all of us with hopes of an end to the coronavirus pandemic. The disease has now lost the worst of its terror. And thanks to the enormous, self-sacrificing dedication of all of our colleagues in the healthcare sector, particularly in our hospitals, the provision of healthcare to people in our country was never at risk. While the challenges posed by the coronavirus have receded, the Russian war of aggression on Ukraine, energy shortages and inflation have presented us with completely new challenges.
As the shareholder of Asklepios Kliniken, it is extremely important to me – particularly in times like these – for Asklepios to remain an absolutely, unconditionally reliable institution both for its patients and for its employees. Whether it’s about prevention, precautions or the best possible medical care, our patients’ well-being is always our top priority. At the same time, we also bear in mind our employees’ needs as a responsible employer and provide relief in their everyday work wherever this is within our power, including in difficult conditions.
Ever since Asklepios was founded in 1985, we have focused on our three values: medical quality, innovation and social responsibility – always staying close to our patients and working in their interests. These fundamental values are also reflected in the key topic for this year’s annual report: “PioNear”. Asklepios Kliniken sees itself as a trailblazer. Our employees work towards medical progress and drive forward innovations as pioneers. Meanwhile, the concept of proximity is sometimes even more important. The company was founded with the vision of doing good, promoting health and being there for people. This vision is still what we base our actions on and measure them against today.
Asklepios has since developed into a large group. To continue managing this group successfully, our long-term focus and future-oriented investments lay the foundations for reliable, high-quality care for our patients.
I would like to thank all of the employees who are doing their utmost for our patients every day in these very challenging times. And last but not least, my thanks go to all the patients who place their trust in Asklepios. We see this both an affirmation and as motivation to keep working to provide the best possible healthcare.
Best regards,
Dr Bernard große Broermann
