Neuquén Province is in mourning following the death of luis Marchisio, a leading expert in respiratory rehabilitation and head of the Rehabilitation Service at Bouquet Roldán Hospital. Governor Rolando Figueroa publicly offered his condolences to Marchisio’s wife, Luciana Ortiz luna, who also serves as Secretary of Emergencies and Risk Management, acknowledging the grief felt throughout the region’s healthcare system. The outpouring of support reflects Marchisio’s 21 years of dedicated service and his pivotal role in developing vital provincial healthcare programs.
Neuquén Province Governor Rolando Figueroa offered a heartfelt message to Luciana Ortiz Luna, wife of the esteemed physical therapist Luis Marchisio of Bouquet Roldán Hospital, and Secretary of Emergencies and Risk Management. He also conveyed his support amid the grief felt throughout the Neuquén healthcare system.
The passing of Luis Marchisio, head of the Rehabilitation Service at Bouquet Roldán Hospital and a leading provincial expert in respiratory rehabilitation, continues to draw expressions of sorrow and solidarity in Neuquén. The governor shared his condolences and support for Ortiz Luna through a post on his X account.
Figueroa’s message came as the province’s healthcare community mourns the loss of a respected colleague and innovator in respiratory care.
Luis Marchisio (1)
The governor emphasized his support for Marchisio’s loved ones and acknowledged Ortiz Luna’s strength, recognizing her as a dedicated public health worker with a long record of service to the people of Neuquén. He expressed confidence that she would eventually be able to return to her work in the field she is passionate about and where her contributions are highly valued.
“Dear Luciana, we are with you, accompanying you with love during this time of profound sadness following the loss of Luis, who was so important in your life,” Figueroa wrote. “We embrace your loved ones, knowing you are a fighter and will soon continue working in what you are passionate about and what is so valuable to the people of Neuquén.”
Loss Felt Throughout the Neuquén Healthcare System
Marchisio’s death has had a significant impact on the healthcare community. He was widely respected by colleagues and patients and played a key role in developing the province’s respiratory rehabilitation program, which is considered a model within Bouquet Roldán Hospital.
Throughout the day, tributes and expressions of support poured in. Hospital staff, patients, and family members shared memories, gratitude, and anecdotes highlighting Marchisio’s legacy in the Neuquén community.
The governor’s message joins a chorus of affection that has spread on social media, where recognition of the professional’s dedication, patient care, and commitment to public health has been unanimous. The outpouring of support underscores the profound impact Marchisio had on the region.
A Legacy of Care Continues
The death of Luis Marchisio leaves a professional and personal void that will be difficult to fill. His work in respiratory rehabilitation was instrumental in developing provincial programs and training teams that continue to provide essential care at Bouquet Roldán Hospital.
“We will miss him. His voice, his jokes, his comings and goings. May the light that has no end shine upon him,” wrote a hospital worker, capturing the memory of his everyday gestures that brought life to the institution’s halls.
As condolences continue to be offered, Bouquet Roldán Hospital is navigating a period of internal mourning, determined to honor Marchisio’s memory by continuing the projects and programs he championed throughout his 21 years of service.
