Svitlana Yaremchuk, Deputy Secretary General of the Ukrainian Federation of Professional Medical Organizations and a Professor at the Department of Family Medicine and Outpatient Care at the Shupyk National Healthcare University of Ukraine, has been awarded a grant from the Eugene N. Myers MD Global Education Fund. The grant is aimed at otolaryngologists working with […]
UFPMO supports the creation of a joint medical network with Europe The second meeting of the UEMS Working Group on Ukraine took place on September 12. The meeting, which was conducted online, focused on discussing the potential for stronger cooperation between the Ukrainian medical community and the European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS). Oleg Shevchenko, […]
A separate territorial unit of the UFPMO to be established in the Chernivtsi region This decision was reached during an offsite meeting in Chernivtsi. Vasyl Lazoryshynets, the President-elect of the Ukrainian Federation of Professional Medical Organisations (UFPMO), stated that this move is part of the UFPMO’s effort to optimize its structure. As part of this […]
On 13 September, the II All-Ukrainian Forum of Nurses and Brothers started in Chernivtsi. Among its organisers are the Association of Cardiovascular Surgeons of Ukraine, the Amosov National Institute of Cardiovascular Surgery of the National Academy of Medical Sciences of Ukraine, the Ukrainian Federation of Professional Medical Associations, the Nursing Development Centre of the Ministry […]
UFPMO welcomes new members New associations have joined the ranks of the Ukrainian Federation of Professional Medical Organisations: – NGO “Kyiv Regional Association of Orthopedists and Traumatologists”. – NGO “Union of Pharmacists – All-Ukrainian public organisation “Association of Surgery of Injuries and Rehabilitation”. – NGO “All-Ukrainian Association of Cardiothoracic, Endovascular and Transplant Surgery Specialists”. – […]
The modern CPD system aims for Ukrainian doctors to be recognized and equal among European colleagues The creation of a modern system of Continuous Professional Development (CPD) of doctors and its integration in accordance with European requirements is an important component of building a healthcare system in Ukraine. This was discussed during the Second International […]
The first meeting of UFPMO, supported by the European Union of Medical Specialists (EUMS) The first meeting of the Chamber of Specialists of the Ukrainian Federation of Professional Medical Organizations (UFPMO), supported by the European Union of Medical Specialists (EUMS), was held in Kyiv on September 19, 2023. This is a crucial step in the […]
Rebuilding the Pillars of Healthcare: Ministry of Health Welcomes Proposals for Medical Infrastructure Restoration Since the commencement of the full-scale invasion, Russian missiles and shells on a near-daily basis have relentlessly targeted our medical facilities. Dispensaries, hospitals, and maternity hospitals have suffered severe losses, affecting both the infrastructure and medical personnel. As part of the […]
A Deliberative Discourse on the Continuous Development System Project The draft resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine titled “On Amendments to the Regulations on the System of Continuous Professional Development of Medical and Pharmaceutical Workers” underwent a public discussion process. Notably, this project was published nearly simultaneously, with a two-day difference, alongside another […]
Internship Insights: Commonly Asked Questions and the Ministry of Health’s Responsibility Each graduate of higher education institutions specializing in «Medicine», «Dentistry», «Pediatrics», «Medical psychology», and «Pharmacy, industrial pharmacy» is required to undergo a primary specialization called an internship. This preparation is essential for their future professional career as doctors and pharmacists. The Ministry of Health […]
What is real rehabilitation? Electrophoresis, «healing» mud and mineral water are not aligned with the principles of evidence-based, effective, and patient-centered rehabilitation care provided by multidisciplinary rehabilitation teams within medical facilities, in accordance with the legislation on rehabilitation in the healthcare sector. The process of assisting individuals in need of rehabilitation commences as soon as […]
Servier Joins Efforts to Restore Damaged Medical Facilities This statement is documented in the memorandum on cooperation and interaction, which was officially signed between the Ministry of Health of Ukraine and the charitable foundation «Mecenat Servier». «We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the government and people of France for their unwavering support throughout this full-scale […]
Revolutionizing Healthcare in Border Villages: Exploring the Impact of HomeDoctor Telemedicine Systems in Zhytomyr, Sumy, and Chernihiv Regions In response to the challenges posed by martial law, the implementation of telemedicine solutions has significantly improved patients’ access to quality medical care. Addressing this need, the public organization Help to Ukraine (Spain) has generously provided 20 […]
Anticipated Ratification: WHO Protocol on Elimination of Illegal Tobacco Trade Expected in 2023 As part of its European integration obligations to combat tobacco, Ukraine must ratify a key legal act, the Protocol on the Elimination of Illegal Tobacco Trade. Ratifying this Protocol holds significant importance as it provides a solid foundation for harmonizing Ukrainian legislation […]
Nurturing Resilience: Ministry of Health Empowers Ministry of Youth and Sports with Psychological First Aid Training Recently, the Ministry of Health joined forces with the International Organization for Migration to conduct a series of five trainings on providing psychological first aid. The Ministry of Youth and Sports sent 88 youth workers who specialize in working […]
Recognizing Valor: Government Mandates Salary Boost for Doctors in Frontline and Conflict-Affected Areas A resolution has been passed by the government to increase the minimum wage of medical professionals who provide specialized and emergency care in areas of active hostilities and on the frontline. This new salary level applies to doctors, pharmacists, rehabilitation specialists, nurses, […]
Celebrating Excellence: Ministry of Health of Ukraine Honors 275 Exceptional Specialists and Nurses The Ministry of Health of Ukraine, in collaboration with the Center for Nursing Development and with the support of WHO, hosted the «Voice of Nursing Leaders» practical conference on nursing and midwifery leadership as part of the #HealthyTogether initiative of the Minister […]
Embarking on a Promising Path: Unlocking Internship Opportunities in 2023 In 2023, enrollment and placement in internships will be carried out according to an algorithm based on the rating created by the institution of higher education (HEI). This is a procedure for graduates of the budgetary form of education. To enroll «budget workers» the following […]
Guidance at Hand: Navigating the MMC (Military Medical Commission) When going through the military medical commission (MMC), several queries may surface, and hotline operators can provide answers if needed. If you need assistance from healthcare specialists, please contact 0-800-60-20-19. The Ministry of Health of Ukraine hotline operators are available 24/7 to answer any questions you […]
Interaction with the VRU committee We offer comprehensive guidance on the Ministry of Health’s collaboration with the Verkhovna Rada committees, presented in a clear, systematic format.
Transforming Healthcare and Saving Lives: $10 Million Funding for the «Heal Ukraine’ Project» The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has approved the draft order of the President of Ukraine regarding the signing of a grant agreement worth $10 million. This agreement aims to secure funding for the project «Strengthening the Health Care System and Preservation […]
Record-breaking Rehabilitation: Over 70,000 Patients in Ukraine Benefit from Cycles of Recovery in 2023 All services are provided free of charge under the Medical Guarantee Program. The full-scale military invasion and regular massive shelling of the civilian infrastructure of Ukraine by the Russian Federation have become a serious challenge for the entire medical system. Every […]
Congratulations to Yurii Ivanovych Feshchenko! Yurii Ivanovych, on behalf of the Ukrainian Federation of Professional Medical Associations, we congratulate you on your birthday! Yurii Ivanovych, we extend our warmest congratulations to you on behalf of the Ukrainian Federation of Professional Medical Associations, as you celebrate your birthday. Your exceptional dedication, tireless work, and impressive achievements […]
Application of the candidate for the position of rector of the Bukovinian State Medical University My vision for the urgent strategic task of the Rector of BSMU: I firmly believe that a university is more than just buildings and educational tools; it is a community of individuals who teach and learn from each other. In […]
Appointment of a new deputy general secretary of the UFPMO We are glad to announce that YAREMCHUK SVITLANA EDUARDIVNA, Doctor of Medical Sciences, senior researcher (A.I. Kolomiychenko Institute of Otolaryngology of the National Academy of Medical Sciences of Ukraine) has been appointed to the position of Deputy General Secretary of the UFPMO.
Congratulations, Mykola Heorhiiovych! The Ukrainian Federation of Professional Medical Associations congratulates Mykola Heorhiiovych on his birthday! Mykola Heorhiiovych is a renowned Ukrainian scientist in the field of preventive hygiene and toxicology, doctor of medical sciences, professor, corresponding member of the Academy of Medical Sciences of Ukraine, and honored doctor of Ukraine. He is also the […]
Medical Council of the UFPMO Gathers to Discuss Latest Developments in the Medical Industry On October 27, the UFPMO Medical Council held its planned meeting in an online format, with 47 invited representatives in attendance, granting legitimacy to the proceedings. The Chairman of the Medical Council, Valerii Mykolaiovych Zaporozhan, began the meeting with a moment […]
Advancing Medical Education and Research: Insights from the UFPMO’s Academic Council Meeting A meeting of the Academic Council was held with the participation of 78 members. Unfortunately, due to ongoing shelling from an aggressor country, the meeting had to be conducted online. However, it was determined that postponing the meeting was not an option as […]
Highlights from the National Association of Oncologists of Ukraine’s Board Meeting On September 26, the National Association of Oncologists of Ukraine held a Board meeting. A key topic of discussion was the draft Law of Ukraine titled «On the State Budget of Ukraine for 2023» (reg. No. 8000, dated September 14, 2022). As per Article […]
Celebrating Independence Day: A Time to Reflect on Ukraine’s Struggle for Sovereignty The Ukrainian people have always been, are currently, and will remain independent. Since February 24th, we have come together with a shared dream of embracing our identity, independence, unique perspectives, and unbreakable spirit. From the very beginning of the full-scale war, our medical […]
Meeting of board members In a display of digital dexterity, the members of the Board of the Ukrainian Federation of Professionals in Medicine and Pharmaceuticals (UFPMO) held their scheduled meeting on August 11 via online channels, with remote voting at their disposal. A decision was reached, with the support of all members, to hold future […]
Advancing Self-Governance in Healthcare: A Step Towards a Better Future On August 8th, 2022, the Ukrainian Federation of Professional Medical Associations (UFPMO) held a general meeting to discuss the development of self-government. Representatives from various organizations, including the Office of the President, the Ministry of Health, the Committee of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine, and […]
Anesthesiologists Unite: Join Us for an Educational Event to Enhance Your Practice Recently, the European Union of Intensive Care Anesthesiologists organized an educational event in Ternopil, Ukraine. The event, named «European School of Anesthesiology», brought together anesthesiologists from different regions of Ukraine. This was one of the four such schools in the country. The theme […]
Join the Cause: Ukraine Calls on Migrant Doctors to Help with Employment Solutions We cordially invite you to return to your homeland, Ukraine. The Ukrainian Federation of Professional Medical Associations is launching «Medic-Immigrant: You are needed in Ukraine» a new project aimed at bringing medical professionals back to their home country. Every day, our frontline […]
Happy Birthday, Yuriy Hennadiiovych! Congratulations and Best Wishes! On behalf of the Ukrainian Federation of Professional Medical Associations, we extend our warmest congratulations to you, Yuriy Hennadiiovych, on your birthday! Being in the company of a legend and an elite member of the state fills us with immense pride. Your expertise as an experienced clinical […]
Recognizing the Dedication and Sacrifice of Medical Workers on Medical Worker’s Day President of the Ukrainian Federation of Professional Medical Associations, Viacheslav Kaminskyi, sends his warmest greetings. At the initiative of Ukraine’s Minister of Health, Viktor Lyashko, a spiritual and artistic event titled «Musical Prayer for Ukrainian Doctors» will be held on June 19, 2022, […]
Vasyl Lazoryshynets Awarded Honorary Citizenship of Kyiv The director of the Institute of Cardiovascular Surgery named after M.M. Amosov, Vasyl Lazoryshynets, was recently honored with a prestigious award by the Mayor of Kyiv, Vitaliy Klitschko. Lazoryshynets, a renowned cardiac surgeon, devotes his daily efforts to saving lives and advancing the field of medicine and science […]
EBCOG Council Meeting For the past several months and weeks, obstetrician-gynecologists in Ukraine have been working tirelessly under harsh military conditions, providing vital assistance on the front lines, temporarily occupied territories and medical facilities throughout the country. Simultaneously, the Association of Obstetricians and Gynecologists has been making significant strides on the international front, securing large […]
Celebrating International Day of Nurses and Brothers: A Message from President Vyacheslav Kaminsky of the Federal Medical Center «From Angels of Mercy to Ardent and Self-Confessed: The Evolution of Nursing» During the Crimean War of 1853-1856, the «Angels of Mercy» were a notable order of nurses. Mrs. Florence Nightingale, a reformer, organizer, and leader, was […]
Extending a Healing Hand: Supporting the Ministry of Health’s Humanitarian Aid Initiative for Doctors The Ukrainian Federation of Professional Medical Associations is in full support of the partnership between the Ministry of Health of Ukraine, the National Academy of Medical Sciences of Ukraine, and the International Charity Fund «Health of the Ukrainian People». This initiative […]
Joining Forces for Triumph: Uniting for Victory! To the medical community of Ukraine: The Ukrainian Federation of Professional Medical Associations is issuing a call to all doctors to come together and offer medical assistance to those in need. We are currently organizing the distribution of humanitarian aid in the form of medicine, medical equipment, and […]
Uniting for Healthcare: Highlights from the Federations of Medical Professions Meeting On February 16, 2022, the Ukrainian Federation of Medical Professional Associations held a meeting with relevant associations. During the meeting, I had the opportunity to communicate with Tetyana Znamenskaya, who is the President of the Association of Neonatologists of Ukraine, a Doctor of Medical […]
The Power of Personnel On January 27-28, the 2nd annual forum on personnel policy for medical personnel «The Power of Personnel» was held. We, as one of the organizers of the all-Ukrainian forum, have united leading specialists from professional associations, leading experts from health care institutions, higher medical and postgraduate education. Continuous professional development is […]
The Ukrainian Federation of Professional Medical Associations is holding a board meeting On January 17th, 2022, the Ukrainian Federation of Professional Medical Associations held its first board meeting of the year. The meeting included reviewing the previous year’s work, including media activities during the last quarter of 2021. The board also unanimously approved the strategic […]
Dear colleagues, I am writing to extend my warmest greetings on behalf of the Ukrainian Federation of Professional Medical Associations and myself, as we welcome the New Year 2022 and Christmas. Undoubtedly, the past year has been a challenging one for us all, marked by various events, challenges, and trials. Nevertheless, I would like to […]
On December 1, a meeting of the Board of the «Association of Psychiatrists of Ukraine» took place in the format of a Zoom conference At an online conference, guest speakers Viacheslav Kaminskyi, the President of UFPMO, and Roman Bogachev, the Head of the Executive Committee, discussed the UFPMO’s primary goals and strategies, as well as […]
The Council of Representatives for the Ukrainian Federation of Professional Medical Associations convened a meeting During the Council of Representatives meeting on November 18 at NMU, the Committees, Commissions, and working groups were approved for the Ukrainian Federation of Professional Medical Associations. Professor Yuriy Kuchyn, Chairman of the UFPMO and Rector of the O.O. Bogomolets […]
The obituary On November 20, 2021, Andrii Volodymyrovych Tkachenko, the co-founder, General Secretary, and ideological inspirer of the Ukrainian Federation of Professional Medical Associations, passed away. Despite his position, he always preferred to be addressed simply as Andriy, without any grandiosity. Andrii Volodymyrovych was a Doctor of Medical Sciences, an associate professor of the Department […]
The Ukrainian Federation of Professional Medical Associations continues its active work The UFPMO Council of Representatives convened on October 29, discussing important matters in both online and offline formats, taking into consideration the current epidemiological conditions in the country. The agenda mainly focused on optimizing the member associations’ composition, in line with the European Union […]
Patient safety, medicine safety On World Patient Safety Day, leading Ukrainian specialists, scientists, and practitioners, along with representatives of patient organizations, engaged in discussions about critical issues such as patient safety, reducing medical errors and harm, and creating safer working conditions for medical personnel. During the event, Viacheslav Kaminskyi, the president of UFPMO, a corresponding […]
World premiere of the international project «Musical thanks to doctors» «FOR THE SAKE OF LIFE» The world premiere of «FOR THE SAKE OF LIFE» an international project called «Musical Thanks to Doctors» was held at the National Academic Theater of Opera and Ballet of Ukraine, organized by the UNESCO Artist in the name of peace, […]
Сongress UFMO 28.08.2020 Dear colleagues! We invite you to take part in the Congress of the Ukrainian Federation of Medical Organizations, which will take place on August 28, 2020 at 12:00 in the INVERIA conference hall (block B) at the address: 49a Volodymyrska Str., Kyiv. According to the decision of the UFMO House of Representatives [...]
A press conference on "Development of the Ukrainian Federation of Medical Organizations as a Basis for Consolidation and Professional Association of Public Medical and Pharmaceutical Organizations of Ukraine" took place on Tuesday, August 18, at 11:00 in the press center of the Interfax-Ukraine news agency. Participants: - Corresponding Member of NAMSU, Doctor of Medical Sciences, [...]
UFMO Congress July 21.07.2020 FMO Congress July 21.07.2020 On July 21, 2020, after a long break, members and representatives of the PUBLIC MEDICAL ASSOCIATIONS OF UKRAINE PUBLIC ASSOCIATION met. The congress discussed: – important and topical issues of the Federation; – re-elected the president, who became Kaminsky Vyacheslav Vladymyrovych; – spoke about the need to [...]
