Lytvyn Marianna Pavlivna

Education:

• National Medical University named after O.O. Bohomolets, specialty “Medicine”;
• Postgraduate Institute of NMU named after O.O. Bohomolets, internship in “Internal Medicine”;
• Postgraduate Institute of the National University of Health of Ukraine named after P.L. Shupyk, specialization in Neurology

Membership in associations, societies; attending conferences, thematic improvement courses:

• member of the Ukrainian Society of Stroke Medicine;
• participation in All-Ukrainian neurological conferences, lectures, masterclasses, and training sessions;
• attendance at international and national neurology conferences, exchanging experience with specialists.

Priority areas in clinical practice:

• diagnosis and treatment of vascular diseases: stroke (ischemic and hemorrhagic) and its consequences, transient ischemic attacks (TIA), chronic cerebrovascular disorders; patient education on secondary prevention;
• diagnosis and therapy of chronic and degenerative diseases: migraine and other types of headache (tension, cluster), epilepsy, movement disorders (tremor, dystonia), Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis, Alzheimer’s disease, and early-stage dementia; patient education on maintaining cognitive function and improving quality of life;
• diagnosis and treatment of peripheral nervous system disorders and pain: osteochondrosis, intervertebral hernias and protrusions, radiculopathies and sciatica, neuralgias, neuritis, and polyneuropathies;
• diagnosis and management of other conditions: dizziness and balance disorders (vestibular disorders), sleep disorders, neuroinfections (meningitis, encephalitis, neuroborreliosis), consequences of traumatic brain and spinal injuries; support for patients with neuroses, panic attacks, anxiety, and depressive states (in collaboration with a psychiatrist);
• diagnosis and support in muscle weakness and myopathies.

Tell us about your professional interests other than your specialization:

• psychiatry;
• psychology.

Hobbies, favorite movies, books:

• “I enjoy theatrical performances, reading classical literature, and walks in nature. Favorite films and series are thrillers and dramas.”

Doctor's advice:

• “Take care of your health: maintain regular sleep, balanced nutrition, and physical activity, and manage stress. If you experience headaches, dizziness, memory problems, muscle weakness, or other symptoms, consult a doctor for timely diagnosis and treatment. Avoid self-medication — early detection of conditions significantly improves treatment effectiveness and quality of life.”