Healthcare Professionals Day is observed in Tajikistan every August 18 to honor the contributions of healthcare professionals in the country. The date commemorates the birthday of Ibn Sina, also known as Avicenna, a Persian polymath regarded as the father of modern medicine. Celebrations include laying wreaths and flowers at the Ibn Sina monument in Dushanbe, as well as ceremonies organized by the Ministry of Health to recognize outstanding healthcare professionals. The event was initiated by healthcare labor unions and was declared an official holiday by the parliament in 1995. Activities typically involve medical conferences, exhibitions, and smaller ceremonies at hospitals and healthcare facilities across Tajikistan. Avicenna's legacy is significant in the region, with institutions like the Tajik State Medical University named after him and his portrait featured on currency.