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Zhar Oksana Mykhailivna
Therapist, Head of Inpatient Rehabilitation Department (PM&R Doctor)
Oksana Mykhailivna is a highly qualified specialist with 9 years of experience, who uniquely combines deep knowledge of therapy and advanced methods of physical and rehabilitation medicine (PM&R). As the head of the inpatient rehabilitation department of St. Luke’s Clinic, she provides patients with a comprehensive, multidisciplinary approach to recovery after severe illnesses, injuries, and surgeries.
Education and Professional Path
- 2008–2014 — received a full higher medical education at Bukovinian State Medical University (BSMU) with a specialization in “General Medicine.”
- 2014–2016 — completed an internship in “Internal Diseases” at BSMU, obtaining the qualification of a specialist doctor.
- 2021 — completed a specialization cycle in “Therapy.”
- 2022 — obtained a specialist doctor qualification in “Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine” (BSMU).
Work Experience
- 2019–2021 — Therapist at PE “Bukovinian Medical Center.”
- Since September 2021 — Therapist at the medical center “St. Luke’s Clinic.”
- Since December 2022 — Doctor of Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine at St. Luke’s Clinic.
- From January 2025 to present — holds the position of Head of the Inpatient Rehabilitation Department at St. Luke’s Clinic.
Work Experience as a Therapist
As a primary care physician, Oksana Mykhailivna provides professional support to patients with various therapeutic pathologies:
- Initial consultation and diagnosis: outpatient clinic appointments, accurate diagnosis, and prescription of effective treatment regimens.
- Preventive work: organization of vaccinations, conducting preventive examinations, and dispensary observation of patients with chronic diseases to prevent exacerbations.
- Teamwork: close interaction with narrow-profile specialists of the clinic to ensure comprehensive treatment.
- Medical documentation: maintaining electronic document flow, issuing sick leaves, and prescribing electronic prescriptions.
Areas of Work in Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine
As the head of the department, Oksana Mykhailivna manages the process of returning patients to a full life. Her specialized skills include:
- Specialized rehabilitation: successful recovery of patients with neurological pathologies (strokes, brain injuries), orthopedic disorders (spinal injuries, joint injuries), and after complex surgical interventions.
- Assessment of functional status: accurate determination of the level of functional loss, motor impairments, and assessment of the rehabilitation potential of each patient.
- Development of IRPs (Individual Rehabilitation Plans): creation and continuous correction of plans that include physical exercises, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, and medication support.
- Coordination of a multidisciplinary team: managing the interaction process with physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech therapists, psychologists, and social workers to ensure comprehensive assistance.
- Progress monitoring: continuous evaluation of the effectiveness of rehabilitation measures and adaptation of therapy to achieve the best results.
Continuous Professional Development
Oksana Mykhailivna constantly stays abreast of modern medicine. She annually improves her knowledge by actively participating in thematic advanced training courses, all-Ukrainian medical conferences, and specialized master classes. This ensures the use of the latest evidence-based treatment and rehabilitation protocols within the walls of St. Luke’s Clinic.
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