Zanko Olena Vasylivna

Category: First

Education:

• Vinnytsia National Medical University named after M.I. Pirogov, specialty «General Medicine», internship in obstetrics and gynecology;
• National Postgraduate Medical Academy named after P.L. Shupyk, specialization in ultrasound diagnostics

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

• member of the Association of Obstetricians and Gynecologists of Ukraine (AAGU);
• member of the Ukrainian Association of Colposcopy and Cervical Pathology (UACCP);
• member of the Association of Gynecologists-Endocrinologists of Ukraine (USGE);
• 2020: TI «Fundamentals of Reproductive Medicine»;
• regular participation in scientific-practical conferences, masterclasses, and webinars.

Scientific activity:

• candidate of Medical Sciences, dissertation on «Diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of hyperplastic endometrial pathology in postmenopausal women» (Institute of Pediatrics, Obstetrics, and Gynecology, NAMS of Ukraine);
• author of more than 30 scientific publications in national and international journals, including Scopus-indexed journals;
• author of utility model patent No. 130857;
• participation in international clinical trials (GCP);
• 2020-2022: member of a multidisciplinary working group developing medical care standards in obstetrics and gynecology at the Ministry of Health of Ukraine;
• 2018-2022: senior researcher at the Department of Reproductive Health, Center for Innovative Medical Technologies, NAS of Ukraine.

Teaching and / or lecturing:

• 2021-2022: Assistant of the Department of Surgery, lecturer in obstetrics and gynecology at the Institute of Biology and Medicine, Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv;
• active participation in conferences, symposia, and round tables on endocrinological gynecology, colposcopy, and cervical pathology;
• science popularization through lectures, TV and radio interviews, and online projects.

Areas of professional development:

• 2013-2015: obstetrician-gynecologist at obstetric and gynecological departments, Bershad Regional Intensive Care Hospital, Bershad;
• 2016-2022: gynecologist-endocrinologist at a private medical center, Kyiv;
• 2022-2025: obstetrician-gynecologist in Central Asian countries (Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan);
• 2024: internship at Umraniye Training and Research Hospital, Istanbul, Turkey.

Priority areas in clinical practice:

• endocrinological gynecology: menstrual cycle disorders, hormonal changes, hyperprolactinemia and hyperandrogenism syndromes, polycystic ovary syndrome, endometriosis, uterine fibroids, endometrial and breast pathologies, menopausal syndrome, metabolic disorders;
• treatment of benign vaginal and cervical diseases, postpartum intimate rehabilitation, vulvo-vaginal dysfunction;
• infertility diagnosis and treatment;
• gynecological surgery: minor surgeries (polyp removal, myoma resection, uterine septum correction, synechia dissection), laparoscopic surgeries (cystectomy, tubectomy, adhesiolysis, ovary cauterization);
• aesthetic and intimate gynecology: vaginoplasty, labioplasty, injection therapy for restoring vulvo-vaginal function and comfort;
• ultrasound of pelvic organs in obstetrics and gynecology;
• breast ultrasound;
• thyroid ultrasound.

Tell us about your professional interests other than your specialization:

• «I am interested in the development of modern approaches in medicine and integrating evidence-based practice into daily clinical work. I focus on interdisciplinary collaboration, medical education, mentorship of young specialists, and improving healthcare quality through international standards. I am particularly interested in organizing clinical trials, innovative treatment methods, and digital technologies in medicine.»

Hobbies, favorite movies, books:

• "I enjoy traveling, cooking, and sports – hiking and swimming; in my free time, I practice photography and am interested in interior design. I read motivational and psychological literature, including Edith Eger’s «The Choice» and works by Erich Maria Remarque. My favorite films are historical dramas and life stories with deep meaning, while for relaxation I sometimes choose light comedies."

Doctor's advice:

• "Have an annual preventive gynecological check-up, undergo necessary tests and examinations, monitor your menstrual cycle and hormonal health. Eat a balanced diet, maintain physical activity, and take care of sleep and psycho-emotional well-being. If new symptoms appear – pain, discharge, cycle changes – do not wait, consult your doctor."