It is with profound love, deep gratitude, and immense sorrow that we announce the passing of our dear friend and esteemed colleague, Assoc. Prof. Priv.-Doz. Dr. Johannes Leitgeb. He departed peacefully on December 20, 2025, after bearing a long illness with remarkable courage and strength.

We will forever miss his unique warmth, humor, and extraordinary gift for finding and sharing joy in life.

As a dedicated physician and scholar, Assoc. Prof. Leitgeb served with great commitment at the Clinical Department of Trauma Surgery of the University Clinic for Orthopedics and Trauma Surgery at the Medical University of Vienna (AKH Vienna). His career and practice were marked by expertise and compassion.

His special interest in neurotrauma contributed significantly to the field, as he was a prolific scientific author and a valued faculty member of the Neurotrauma Treatment Simulation Center (NTSC) Vienna, shaping the education and research of future specialists.

Johannes leaves behind a legacy of love in his family, along with all his relatives and countless friends and colleagues who held him dear.