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Кожен медик — це опора системи
Every healthcare worker is a pillar of the system
Every service is an opportunity for a patient
Every story is proof that healthcare in Ukraine serves the people
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Medicine is not just about equipment, procedures or medicines.

First and foremost, it is about people. Doctors who guard our lives, health and hope every day. Our doctors demonstrate united professionalism and the power of humanity.

They are heroes whose stories are hidden behind white coats and long shifts.

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The project “Stories of Care” has been developed to make their voices heard.

We will share the stories of healthcare workers from across Ukraine.

Each of them represents key medical areas, ensuring provision of accessible and high-quality healthcare services for Ukrainians.

Their stories are not just about professionalism, but also about humanity, perseverance, and their impact on society.

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Дякуємо серцем – Наталія Орловська

Iryna Ometiukh

“You need to love the patient and do everything possible for them — not only as a patient, but also as a person. The professionalism, responsible attitude and kindness of a nurse can not only treat, but also cure.”

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Oksana Bruiaka

“You need to show care, concern and attention to the patient. When they feel supported, they can no longer betray either themselves or the doctor. Mutual responsibility is born, and with it a common goal — to cure the disease.”

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Oleh Holubchenko

«If a child is born with a facial defect, you need to understand what to do next, how to treat the child, how to behave. And most importantly, you should always remember that in most cases, the defect can be surgically corrected, and everything will be fine.»

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Дякуємо серцем – Наталія Орловська

Kateryna Zahorodnia

“We help people become independent and functional. Patients return home on prostheses, in a wheelchair or even on their own legs. We give them not just the ability to move — we give them a reason to live on.”

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Nataliia Ivanchenko-Timko

“When I see the results of our work — a disease detected in time, a life saved, or a changed habit that allows a person to become healthier — it is the highest reward. Every small step, every consultation or vaccination is a contribution to the health of our society. I am proud that we are working to make people live longer and happier.”

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Дякуємо серцем – Наталія Орловська

Andrii Sirko

The biggest responsibility in all surgical specialties is that the patient's life depends on you. At any stage of the operation, you need to maintain balance, confidence and calmness to perform the intervention — without rushing and with great care.»

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Hanna Vlasenko

“When I see a child who was in critical condition yesterday walking, smiling and enjoying life again, I feel incredibly proud. This is the best reward — to know that your efforts have given her a chance to grow, breathe fully and be happy.”

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Kateryna Poshtaruk

“Mental health is something that needs to be talked about. I want patients to understand that taking care of their psychological state is as important as their physical health. Every frank conversation with a doctor is a step towards regaining peace of mind and quality of life.”

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Дякуємо серцем – Наталія Орловська

Kateryna Prymachenko

“The greatest pleasure is watching the first moment when a patient receives his or her prosthesis. If it's a lower limb prosthesis, it's to see the patient take the first steps and experience their emotions. If the patient receives an upper limb prosthesis, it is their movements and gestures. You can see how much a person is charged with emotions, how grateful they are.”

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Дякуємо серцем – Наталія Орловська

Anastasiia Bavenko

“Our work is not only about dispensing medicines. It is care, consultation, explanation. We help people take care of their health and often become those who guide patients to the right path to recovery.”

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Дякуємо серцем – Наталія Орловська

Lina Cherhinets

“I have always told myself that helping children is not just a job. Their smiles after recovery, their first steps are what fills life with meaning and gives them the strength to continue.”

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Vitalii Ihnatchuk

“There is nothing better than the feeling that you have done something important. When you see a person feel better after your actions, when the pain subsides, or when you have saved someone's life, it is priceless.”

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Iryna Novikova

“When we get accurate results that help doctors, or when a patient receives treatment in time, it is the greatest joy. Our work is continuous, every day is a challenge, but it gives hope and a chance for recovery.”

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Kateryna Lytvyn

“I always emphasize to patients that prevention is the key to health. Vaccination, responsible attitude to one's body, and following the recommendations of doctors can save one from serious diseases.”

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Anatolii Kaleniuk

“When you help a person who was on the verge of life and death and see them return to their family, it's not just a job, it's something that fills your life with meaning.”

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Дякуємо серцем – Наталія Орловська

Oleksandra Dudnyk

“Cardiology is not just medicine, it is a daily struggle for life. We can't always cure the disease completely, but we can give patients more time, more opportunities to live, laugh, and be with their loved ones. And this is what makes my work invaluable.”

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The project has been implemented by WHO Ukraine in collaboration with the Ministry of Health of Ukraine and with financial support from the European Union and within the Universal Health Coverage Partnership.