Zhydkovska Olena Mykolaivna

Work experience: 22 years

Category: Higher

Education:

• National Medical University named after O.O. Bohomolets, internship in "Obstetrics and Gynecology";
• National University of Health Care of Ukraine named after P.L. Shupyk, clinical residency;
• specialization in ultrasound diagnostics

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

• constant participation in national and international conferences on obstetrics, gynecology, perinatology, allowing staying up to date with the latest achievements in the medical field;
• regular qualification enhancement at thematic improvement courses, including in the following areas: colposcopy, hysteroscopy, endocrine gynecology, ultrasound in obstetrics and gynecology, breast disease diagnosis, pregnancy management at all stages — from planning to delivery;
• continuous knowledge updating according to international clinical guidelines, allowing providing patients with modern and effective treatment methods.

Scientific activity:

• candidate of Medical Sciences.

Priority areas in clinical practice:

• comprehensive diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of gynecological diseases: cervical diseases (erosions, dysplasias, leukoplakia, cervical intraepithelial neoplasia (CIN), use of radio wave treatment for cervical pathology), inflammatory diseases of the pelvic organs (endometritis, adnexitis, salpingitis, cervicitis), uterine bleeding, abnormal vaginal discharge;
• management of patients with ovarian tumors, leiomyoma of the uterus (fibroids), endometriosis;
• endometrial biopsy: for pathology diagnosis;
• installation or removal of intrauterine devices (IUD);
• correction of hormonal disorders: premenstrual syndrome, polycystic ovary syndrome, menopause;
• pregnancy management at all stages — from planning to delivery;
• transabdominal and transvaginal pelvic ultrasound;
• ultrasound during pregnancy;
• breast ultrasound, diagnosis of mastopathy, cysts, benign neoplasms.
• The most common symptoms and complaints patients address with: abnormal vaginal discharge, itching in the external genital area, pain in the lower abdomen or pelvic area, menstrual cycle disorders (delays, excessive or painful menstruation), intermenstrual bleeding, bloody discharge after intercourse or in postmenopause, pain or discomfort during intercourse, symptoms of hormonal imbalance: mood changes, acne, increased hair growth, weight issues.

Tell us about your professional interests other than your specialization:

• "I am interested in related topics of cosmetology and endocrinology, in the context of women's health."

Hobbies, favorite movies, books:

• "I love reading classical literature."

Doctor's advice:

• "A healthy lifestyle, proper nutrition, activity, maintaining emotional balance, and regular preventive checkups are the foundation of women's health. The balance of hormones, emotions, and physical condition is important for good health. Don't postpone a visit to the gynecologist at the first symptoms - timely diagnosis saves your health!"