Information about the doctor Khutorna Vitalina Vasylivna
Education:
- Vinnytsia National Pirogov Memorial Medical University;
- Shupyk National Healthcare University of Ukraine
Membership in associations, societies; attending conferences, thematic improvement courses:
- member of the Association of Dietitians of Ukraine;
- member of the Ukrainian Association of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy;
- regular participant of national and international conferences on dietetics, nutrition science, and preventive medicine;
- completed a one-year “CBT+” program, which enabled her to combine dietetic knowledge with behavioral therapy tools.
Areas of professional development:
- “I began my professional career as a general practitioner in outpatient and emergency departments. Later, I completed specialization in gastroenterology and dietetics. Thanks to a strong medical background and understanding of cognitive-behavioral therapy principles, I apply a comprehensive, evidence-based, and individualized approach to weight management, modification of eating behavior, and the development of sustainable healthy habits.”
Priority areas in clinical practice:
- formation of healthy eating behavior;
- management of excess weight and obesity, work with type 2 diabetes;
- nutrition recommendations for various medical conditions;
- long-term support of patients during weight loss;
- detection and correction of deficiency states when needed.
Tell us about your professional interests other than your specialization:
- psychological factors influencing eating behavior;
- the effect of stress and emotional state on appetite and body weight;
- biochemical processes regulating energy balance, metabolism, and weight control.
Hobbies, favorite movies, books:
- “I enjoy active recreation, especially swimming and workouts. I find pleasure in reading and preparing healthy and delicious meals.”
Doctor's advice:
- “Your well-being is largely influenced by four key factors: nutrition, quality sleep, sufficient physical activity, and emotional balance. When these areas are aligned, the body functions more harmoniously and energy levels rise significantly. Take care of yourself every day — and you will certainly see the results.”