Khizhniak Serhii Vasyliovych

Education:

• Zaporizhzhia State Medical University, specialty "Pediatrics", internship in "Pediatric Surgery";
• Kharkiv Medical Academy of Postgraduate Education, specialization "Pediatric Orthopedics and Traumatology";
• Zaporizhzhia State Medical and Pharmaceutical University, specialization in Ultrasound Diagnostics, Rehabilitation

Areas of professional development:

• in-depth mastering of diagnostic methods for musculoskeletal pathology, particularly ultrasound diagnostics and MRI, through advanced training courses;
• attending specialized international conferences and seminars on pediatric orthopedics, traumatology, and modern rehabilitation methods.

Priority areas in clinical practice:

• preventive examinations;
• providing lifestyle recommendations for strengthening the musculoskeletal system;
• diagnosis and treatment of: hip dysplasia in infants, scoliosis, osteochondrosis, posture disorders, arthrosis and arthritis, flat feet and planovalgus foot deformity, torticollis, chest and limb deformities, fractures, dislocations, subluxations in children and adults, osteochondropathies (Perthes' disease, Osgood-Schlatter disease, Sever's disease, Kohler's disease);
• ultrasound of hip joints in children under 1 year old;
• surgical wound debridement;
• application and removal of plaster and polymer casts;
• fracture reductions, dislocation reductions in children and adults;
• joint aspirations;
• intra-articular injections of medications for adults.

Tell us about your professional interests other than your specialization:

• modern diagnostics (ultrasound, MRI, etc.);
• emergency care for children and adults;
• rehabilitation after injuries.

Hobbies, favorite movies, books:

• "I enjoy walking and cycling, gardening. I read science fiction, watch movies and TV series. I'm actively learning English."

Doctor's advice:

• "Dear parents, caring for your child's bone and joint health begins with simple daily habits: move together, play outdoors, take care of nutrition and rest. Even if your child feels well, a preventive check-up once a year helps to notice changes before they become a problem. If there have been injuries, follow the doctor's recommendations and regular follow-up visits. Start small: plan a check-up, pay attention to movement and routine, and be confident – you are doing everything for the healthy future of your child and yourself."