Machiha Daryna Mykhailivna

Education:

• Danylo Halytsky Lviv National Medical University, Faculty of Medicine, specialty "Pediatrics";
• Internship at the 1st Territorial Medical Association of Lviv (St. Nicholas Hospital) with a specialization in "Pediatrics"

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

• annual Basic Life Support (BLS, PBLS) courses;
• regular participation in communication trainings with children and their parents;
• participation in all-Ukrainian and international pediatric conferences.

Scientific activity:

• presentations at scientific and practical conferences as a speaker.

Areas of professional development:

• practical experience in the emergency medical department and in a pediatric hospital;
• continuous study of scientific publications and news in evidence-based medicine;
• study and implementation of modern clinical guidelines and recommendations from world pediatric associations;
• proficiency in English and Polish.

Priority areas in clinical practice:

• preventive examinations of children from birth to 18 years;
• newborn home visits;
• consultation on vaccination for children and adults according to the national calendar or individual schedule;
• diagnosis and treatment of common childhood diseases;
• preventive examinations and issuance of medical certificates for school, kindergarten, and sports sections.

Tell us about your professional interests other than your specialization:

• pediatric cardiology (including cardiac ultrasound - echocardiography);
• ultrasound diagnostics;
• infectious diseases in children.

Hobbies, favorite movies, books:

• "In fact, I really love my job - it is my hobby. It's important for me not just to treat, but to explain, be there, and support parents in matters of their child's health. That's why I maintain an expert pediatric blog on social networks, where I explain prevention, vaccination, and answer frequent questions in an accessible way. In my free time, I enjoy long walks, reading detective novels, and traveling. My favorite book is Stephen King's 'The Green Mile' - it's about good, evil, and truth."

Doctor's advice:

• "Even if a child feels well, preventive check-ups are important. They help observe development dynamically, confirm that everything is progressing correctly, or timely notice changes that would otherwise go unnoticed. Schedule a visit to the pediatrician not just when a problem arises, but in advance - when there is time to calmly observe the child, discuss important questions, and check key health indicators. Find a doctor with whom you feel comfortable. Trust and openness are an important part of cooperation. Don't hesitate to ask questions. A doctor is not just for prescriptions, but to explain, support, and be in touch when needed. Start small - come for a routine check-up. This is the best way to take care of your child's healthy future."