This is the 5284th most frequent Russian word.
оказывали
"Оказывали" translates to "provided" or "rendered" in English.
The verb "оказывали" is used in the imperfective past tense to indicate ongoing or repeated provision of help.
Они оказывали помощь всем нуждающимся.
They provided help to all in need.
Here, "оказывали" conveys an action of the doctors, providing assistance as an ongoing activity in the past.
Врачи оказывали медицинскую помощь пострадавшим.
The doctors were providing medical assistance to the injured.
In this context, "оказывали" indicates the consistent or repeated giving of support during challenging moments.