Zhytnik Dmytro Yuriiovych

Work experience: 4 years

Education:

• Ternopil National Medical University named after I.Ya. Horbachevsky;
• National University of Health of Ukraine named after P.L. Shupyk, internship in "Surgery"

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

• Ph.D. student in "Surgery" at the National University of Health of Ukraine named after P.L. Shupyk;
• actively involved in scientific research focused on improving diagnostic, treatment, and complication prevention methods in surgical procedures;
• author and co-author of publications on topics including: management of complex surgical conditions like diverticulitis, acute perforations, and complex pancreaticoduodenal procedures; innovative approaches in bariatric surgery, including early metabolic changes and morphological features of internal organs after gastric bypass surgery; methods for predicting postoperative complications using genetic markers and phenotypic traits to reduce the risk of intestinal fistulas and anastomosis failure; diagnosis and treatment of postoperative gas syndrome.

Areas of professional development:

• regular participation in theoretical and practical courses on modern general and laparoscopic surgery methods, including herniology and colorectal surgery;
• attendance at conferences, webinars, and seminars on current surgical topics, clinical case discussions, and peer knowledge exchange;
• active implementation of new minimally invasive surgery techniques to reduce procedure invasiveness and accelerate patient recovery.

Priority areas in clinical practice:

• laparoscopic surgery: minimally invasive methods for treating hernias of the abdominal wall, diaphragmatic hiatus, inguinal canal, gallstones, and emergency conditions;
• emergency surgical care;
• outpatient surgical procedures: wound management, removal of lipomas and atheromas, and treatment of abscesses.

Tell us about your professional interests other than your specialization:

• proctology (treatment of rectal conditions such as hemorrhoids, fissures, proctitis, abscesses, and other issues requiring surgical care);
• oncological surgery (comprehensive approach to managing malignancies with modern methods).

Hobbies, favorite movies, books:

• "I enjoy cooking, which allows me to experiment with various dishes, as well as camping, where I can appreciate nature and spend time outdoors."

Doctor's advice:

• "Effective treatment starts with open and honest communication with your doctor. Your health is our shared goal, and we utilize modern, evidence-based treatment methods that meet international medical standards. Let’s work together to achieve the best outcomes!"