Dobrynska Sofiia Leonidivna

Work experience: 8 years

Education:

• Poltava State Medical University, specialty in General Medicine;
• Training and Research Institute of PSMU, internship in General Practice – Family Medicine;
• Medical Institute of NTU “KhPI,” specialization in Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine

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

• completed advanced training courses in electroneuromyography for neurological diseases, botulinum therapy in neurology, modern quantum techniques, pharmacotherapy of mental disorders after traumatic brain injuries, and postoperative foot rehabilitation;
• actively participated in practical training sessions and courses on dry needling, electroacupuncture, classical massage techniques, kinesiotaping, joint gymnastics, orthotic insole fitting, and foot biomechanics;
• Attended interdisciplinary conferences on adult and pediatric rehabilitation, psychosomatic approaches, and current challenges in rehabilitation medicine under wartime conditions, with a focus on multidisciplinary collaboration and modern perspectives in recovery.

Teaching and / or lecturing:

• 2024–2025: Assistant at the Department of Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine, PSMU.

Areas of professional development:

• "My journey in medicine began with a deep interest in the human body, movement, and restoring patients’ functional abilities. Even before graduation, I gained hands-on experience in massage, rehabilitation methods, kinesiotaping, and orthotics. Each year I expand my expertise — from psychosomatics to advanced neurophysiological techniques. My goal is not just to treat, but to help people regain their quality of life, motor function, and independence."

Priority areas in clinical practice:

• neurological rehabilitation: post-stroke care, Parkinson’s disease, paresis, paralysis, hernias, protrusions, peripheral nerve damage, vertebral artery stenosis, osteochondrosis, sensory and coordination disorders, pain and astheno-neurotic syndromes;
• trauma rehabilitation: recovery after injuries, surgeries, hernias, osteoarthritis, scoliosis, spastic and hypotonic conditions;
• pediatric rehabilitation (from 3 years old): musculoskeletal disorders, lower limb pathologies, general strengthening exercises;
• physical rehabilitation for military personnel in the subacute and post-acute stages.

Tell us about your professional interests other than your specialization:

• "I am especially passionate about orthopedic-traumatological rehabilitation. The world is constantly evolving, and I strive to stay updated on global best practices and tailor them to the realities of Ukrainian medicine."

Hobbies, favorite movies, books:

• "I am a professional ballroom dancer. I enjoy detective stories, novels, and science fiction."

Doctor's advice:

• "Prevention is key to health. Our body constantly sends us signals — and it’s vital not to ignore them. Regular check-ups, timely diagnosis, attention to posture, physical activity, and mental well-being are not just medical advice. They are daily habits that preserve our independence, mobility, and quality of life. Be attentive to yourself."