01 · Medical Education & Fellowships
Fundamental academic training across Ukraine's top surgical centers and intensive clinical fellowships in Canada formed the core of Dr. Valikhnovski's surgical expertise.
Ternopil Medical Institute
Faculty of General Medicine at Ternopil Medical Institute (now I. Horbachevsky Ternopil National Medical University). Graduated with highest honors (Red Diploma).
Shalimov National Institute of Surgery
Residency in General Surgery at the O. Shalimov National Institute of Surgery and Transplantology in Kyiv. Clinical training in abdominal, vascular, and reconstructive surgery.
Institute of Emergency Surgery (Kharkiv)
Postgraduate surgical qualification at the Institute of General and Emergency Surgery of the National Academy of Medical Sciences of Ukraine, specializing in emergency polytrauma.
Kyiv Theological Academy & Seminary
Complete degree in higher theological education. In-depth study of Christian anthropology, pastoral theology, and medical bioethics. Ordination to the priesthood and pastoral guidance.
Intensive Care Fellowship — Ottawa
Specialized clinical fellowship in critical care medicine, emergency trauma management, and resuscitation protocols adhering to North American standards.
Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery — HFI Clinic
Advanced fellowship in reconstructive microsurgery, craniofacial congenital malformations, and revision aesthetic surgical procedures.
Continuous Academic & Professional Excellence
Combining foundational medical training (Honors Degree from TNMU), Doctor of Philosophy in Medicine (PhD), Associate Professor credentials, and North American surgical fellowships to deliver the highest clinical standards.
02 · Academic Degree, Titles & Postdoctoral Research
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
PhD in Medical Sciences (Surgery), defended in 2006 on advanced surgical methodologies.
Honored Physician of Ukraine
Prestigious national honorary title awarded for exceptional contributions to Ukraine's healthcare and surgical science.
Associate Professor (Docent)
Academic teaching title reflecting extensive pedagogical work in training surgical residents and medical specialists.
Postdoctoral Studies (NUOZU)
Postdoctoral research at Shupyk National Healthcare University of Ukraine, focusing on advanced reconstructive techniques.
03 · Scientific Bibliography (2025) — Reconstructive Surgery Series
A series of seven peer-reviewed 2025 papers published in leading Ukrainian medical journals, featuring registered DOIs and direct links to full texts or PDF downloads.
Ways to improve treatment outcomes in patients with facial keloid scars
Correction of frontal scar deformity: surgical methods and own research findings
Clinical case of lower eyelid ectropion treatment using polypropylene mesh materials
Combination of electrosurgical and laser methods in the treatment of rhinophyma
Surgical tactics and treatment outcomes of head neurofibromas: clinical experience
Efficacy of static reconstructive methods in managing long-standing facial nerve paralysis
Specifics of surgical tactics in nasal dorsum reconstruction
04 · Ten-Stage Career Arc
The trajectory of Rostyslav Valikhnovski represents a multidimensional evolution spanning clinical mastery, presidential medicine, state governance, and medical education.
Medical Dynasty
Early immersion in medicine within a multi-generational family of physicians in Volyn, internalizing classic medical ethics.
Ternopil Medical Institute
Undergraduate medical education at the Faculty of General Medicine, graduating with highest honors (Red Diploma).
Shalimov Institute Residency
General surgery residency at Kyiv's Shalimov National Institute of Surgery and Transplantology under top Ukrainian surgical mentors.
Canadian Fellowships
Advanced clinical training in intensive care medicine (Ottawa) and plastic and reconstructive surgery (HFI Clinic Toronto).
Surgery Institute Founding
Establishment of Valikhnovski Surgery Institute in Kyiv, pioneering multidisciplinary private surgical and reconstructive care.
Presidential Medical Team
Member of the international medical consortium and Personal Physician to President Victor Yushchenko following dioxin poisoning.
State Healthcare Service
Deputy Head of the State Management of Affairs (2008–2010); Head of Emergency Medicine & 112 System at the Ministry of Emergencies (2010–2012).
Institutional Scaling
President of Valikhnovski M.D. Holding, opening a modern surgical hospital campus in 2017, and launching the Kyiv Global Surgery Congress.
Educational Engine
Founding Valikhnovski Academy and SurginomX digital platform to train surgeons, residents, and combat medics globally.
Social Mission & Scholarship
High-volume charitable reconstructive surgery for war-wounded patients and establishing the Valikhnovski Named Scholarship at TNMU.
05 · State Service & Presidential Medical Team
President Victor Yushchenko Medical Consortium (2004–2010)
In 2004, Dr. Valikhnovski was selected for the team of Ukrainian and international physicians treating President Victor Yushchenko following severe 2,3,7,8-TCDD dioxin poisoning. From 2005 to 2010, he served as Personal Physician to the President of Ukraine.
- Reconstructive Interventions: Participated in approximately 30 surgical interventions with the international team, personally performing six reconstructive operations on facial structures.
- The Lancet Publication (2009): Co-authored a peer-reviewed research paper in The Lancet: «2,3,7,8-tetrachlorodibenzo-p-dioxin (TCDD) poisoning in Victor Yushchenko: identification and measurement of TCDD metabolites» (Lancet 374(9696):1179–1185, DOI: 10.1016/S0140-6736(09)60912-0).
State Governance & Nationwide "112" Emergency System (2008–2012)
Dr. Valikhnovski's public service bridged private surgical mastery with national-scale healthcare infrastructure development:
- 2008–2010: Deputy Head of the State Management of Affairs of the President of Ukraine (Presidential Decree No. 11/2008), overseeing state medical logistics.
- 2010–2012: Advisor to the Minister of Emergencies and Head of the Emergency Medicine & 112 Implementation Department.
- Emergency 112 System Law: Drafted Law No. 9074 (passed by Parliament) creating Ukraine's unified emergency number equivalent to US 9-1-1 and EU 112, piloted across 4 host regions during UEFA Euro 2012.
06 · Valikhnovski Academy & TNMU Named Scholarship
Valikhnovski Academy (valikhnovski-academy.com)
A premier international continuous medical education (CME) platform for surgeons, surgical residents, and medical students. Featuring daily live surgery broadcasts, masterclasses, and preparation for international certifications (USMLE, PLAB, ATLS).
Dr. Valikhnovski Named Scholarship at TNMU (Established Nov 18, 2025)
On November 18, 2025, Dr. Rostyslav Valikhnovski signed a formal agreement with I. Horbachevsky Ternopil National Medical University establishing the Dr. Valikhnovski Named Scholarship.
- Target Beneficiaries: High-achieving medical students whose parents died defending Ukraine during the war.
- Full Academic Support: Includes a monthly financial grant, 100% free access to Valikhnovski Academy programs, direct surgical observation, and clinical mentorship.
07 · Public & International Professional Impact
All-Ukrainian Association of Plastic Surgeons
Vice-President of the All-Ukrainian Association of Plastic, Reconstructive, and Aesthetic Surgeons (VAPREH), advancing modern clinical protocols.
Kyiv Global Surgery Congress
Founder and organizer of the landmark congress that introduced European surgical standards in Ukraine with master surgeons from 12 countries.
Massachusetts General Hospital (Since 2019)
Collaborative surgical missions for Ukrainian children with cleft lip and palate deformities and scientific pathology studies.
Discovery BODY BIZARRE & MASC Congress
Featured in Discovery Channel documentaries for treating rare surgical pathologies (Madelung disease) and Diamond Partner at MASC Congress.