Kochishvili Zarina Zakharivna

Education:

• Luhansk State Medical University
• Odesa National Medical University
• Kyiv Medical University. Internship
• Ukrainian Military Medical Academy. Specialization in Ultrasound Diagnostics

Areas of professional development:

• Annual participation in educational events involving Ukrainian and international experts
• Regular continuing professional education, including courses in reproductive endocrinology
• Production of educational courses for obstetricians and gynecologists on the Medvoice platform and professional collaboration with specialists from different regions of Ukraine
• Clinical training in the minimally invasive surgery department of an oncology center in Kyiv, including assisting with procedures for patients with cancers of the uterus, cervix, and ovaries and participating in patient care
• Ongoing professional education and clinical practice based on current medical guidelines
• Development of communication skills and public health education focused on women’s health

Priority areas in clinical practice:

• Preconception care and pregnancy management
• Diagnosis and treatment of menstrual and hormonal disorders
• Individual selection of contraception based on indications, contraindications, and patient preferences; insertion and removal of intrauterine contraceptive devices
• Diagnosis and treatment of inflammatory gynecological conditions
• Diagnosis and treatment of benign uterine and ovarian conditions
• Counseling on human papillomavirus (HPV) infection and cervical cancer prevention
• Cervical cancer screening, colposcopy, and biopsy when clinically indicated
• Menopause counseling and selection of menopausal hormone therapy when indicated after an individualized assessment of benefits and risks
• Laser removal of genital warts
• Pelvic ultrasound
• Ultrasound examination of pregnancy up to 11 weeks
• Breast ultrasound
• Thyroid ultrasound

Tell us about your professional interests other than your specialization:

• Endocrinology
• Psychology
• Sexology

Hobbies, favorite movies, books:

• Maintains a professional social media page and shares educational information on medical topics
• Enjoys music and singing and regularly attends music events
• Practices Heels dance, trampoline exercise, and wakeboarding
• Favorite film — “500 Days of Summer”
• One of her favorite books is “Immortality” by Milan Kundera
• Interested in continuous learning and personal development

Doctor's advice:

• Trust, clear explanations, and shared discussion of the next steps are important in the doctor-patient relationship. Do not postpone taking care of your health: attend recommended preventive check-ups and receive vaccinations appropriate for your age and individual indications.