Specializations

Core Disciplines

Valikhnovski Surgery Institute combines several surgical disciplines, enabling resolution of complex multidisciplinary cases within a single institution.

Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

The primary specialization of Rostyslav Valikhnovski—plastic and reconstructive surgery, acquired through training at HFI Clinic (Toronto) and subsequent 25+ years of practice. This includes reconstruction after trauma, burns, oncological interventions; correction of congenital defects (notably cleft palate in collaboration with Massachusetts General Hospital).

General and Emergency Surgery

Initial specialization from residency at the National Institute of Surgery and Transplantology. Intensive care training in Ottawa (Canada).

Head and Neck Oncological Surgery

Core focus of the clinic. Includes tumor removal with subsequent tissue reconstruction.

Maxillofacial Surgery

Integration with plastic and oncological surgery for comprehensive reconstructive cases of the facial region.

Otolaryngological Surgery

Core discipline, integrated with facial plastic and maxillofacial surgery.

Pediatric Surgery

Includes a program for children with cleft palate in collaboration with Harvard MGH.

Laser Surgery of the Breast

One of the institute's disciplines according to the clinic's official website.

Physiotherapy

Supports comprehensive rehabilitation approach following surgical interventions.

Declared Methodologies

According to clinic data, the institute has implemented 52 unique surgical methodologies. Specific protocols are not public; detailed information is available upon request through the clinic's official channels.

Military Surgery

According to the services page at valikhnovskimd.com/en/services/, the clinic has designated a Military surgery discipline focused on "Surgery of gunshot injuries." The institute maintains a 24-hour maxillofacial trauma center, addressing the needs of reconstructive interventions following combat injuries to the face and head.

Scientific Activity

Doctor of Philosophy in Medicine (PhD) (2006). Dissertation: "Justification of the surgical-microsurgical method of treatment for various types of alopecia", specialty "Surgery."

Holds two author's patents (2005):

Method of surgical treatment of androgen-dependent alopecia (patent №02622)
Method of surgical treatment of alopecia (patent №04067)

Publications in professional journals:

Transplantology (2004, 2005)
Reconstructive Surgery (2004)
Hospital Surgery (2009)
Ukrainian Medical Journal (2009)
Medicines of Ukraine (2009, 2010)

International publication: co-author of a study on the dioxin poisoning of President of Ukraine Viktor Yushchenko in The Lancet: Sorg O., Zennegg M., Schmid P., Fedosyuk R., Valikhnovskyi R., Gaide O., Kniazevych V., Saurat J.-H. "2,3,7,8-tetrachlorodibenzo-p-dioxin (TCDD) poisoning in Victor Yushchenko: identification and measurement of TCDD metabolites", The Lancet, 374(9696): 1179–1185, 3 October 2009.

Scientific Publications 2025

A series of peer-reviewed articles in Ukrainian professional journals (thematic focus — reconstructive head and neck surgery). Four of seven co-authored with S. I. Savoliuk; one with N. B. Brodovska.

Valikhnovski R. L. Methods for Improving Treatment Outcomes in Patients with Keloid Scars on the Face. Clinical Anatomy and Operative Surgery. 2025. Vol. 24, No. 2. P. 20–26. DOI: 10.24061/1727-0847.24.2.2025.20. electronic article
Savoliuk S. I., Valikhnovski R. L. Correction of Scar Deformity of the Frontal Region: Surgical Methods and Results of Original Studies. Hospital Surgery. Journal named after L. Ya. Kovalchuk. 2025. No. 2. P. 83–89. DOI: 10.11603/2414-4533.2025.2.15396. electronic article
Valikhnovski R. L. Clinical Case of Lower Eyelid Ectropion Treatment Using Polypropylene Mesh Materials. Bukovinian Medical Herald. 2025. Vol. 29, No. 2 (114). P. 80–90. DOI: 10.24061/2413-0737.29.1. electronic article
Valikhnovski R. L., Savoliuk S. I., Brodovska N. B. Combination of Electrosurgical and Laser Methods in the Treatment of Rhinophyma. Clinical and Experimental Pathology. 2025. Vol. 24, No. 2 (92). P. 82–89. DOI: 10.24061/1727-4338.XXIV.2.92.2025.12. electronic article
Valikhnovski R. L., Savoliuk S. I. Surgical Tactics and Treatment Results for Head Neurofibromas: Clinical Experience. Achievements of Clinical and Experimental Medicine. 2025. No. 3. P. 85–95. DOI: 10.11603/1811-2471.2025.v.i3.15555. electronic article
Valikhnovski R. L. Effectiveness of Static Reconstructive Methods in the Treatment of Prolonged Facial Nerve Paralysis. Hospital Surgery. Journal named after L. Ya. Kovalchuk. 2025. No. 3. P. 18–29. DOI: 10.11603/2414-4533.2025.3.15623. journal
Valikhnovski R. L., Savoliuk S. I. Features of Surgical Tactics in Nasal Dorsum Reconstruction. Clinical Anatomy and Operative Surgery. 2025. Vol. 24, No. 3. P. 36–42. DOI: 10.24061/1727-0847.24.3.2025.38. electronic article

Educational Activity

Since the start of the full-scale war — founder and presenter of Valikhnovski Academy: an educational platform for medical students, residents, and practicing physicians. The program includes live broadcasts from the operating room, lectures, preparation for international USMLE, PLAB, ATLS exams. ~1,000 participants, 200 surgical webinars in English, broadcast on 5 platforms to 40 countries.

Taxonomy of Specializations — 8 Groups

According to the services page on valikhnovskimd.com, the institute covers 28 surgical directions. They can be grouped into 8 functional clusters:

Group	Directions
Emergency & Trauma	Emergency surgery · Military surgery (gunshot wounds) · Maxillofacial trauma 24/7
Reconstructive & Plastic	Reconstructive surgery · Facial surgery · Craniofacial · Rhinoplasty · Septoplasty · Laser breast surgery
Head & Neck	ENT surgery · Maxillofacial surgery · Facial nerve / salivary procedures
Oncology	Surgical oncology · Head & neck oncosurgery · Skin / neoplasm-related facial procedures
Pediatric	Pediatric surgery · Congenital defects · Cleft lip (Harvard / Shriners since 2019)
General / Minimally Invasive	Laparoscopic hernioplasty · Phlebology · Laser dermatosurgery
Dermatosurgery & Hair	Robotic hair transplant · Laser dermatosurgery
Intensive Care	Support for complex multidisciplinary cases

Military Surgery — Context

A distinct public direction of the clinic is military surgery. According to the services page on valikhnovskimd.com, this direction encompasses:

surgery for gunshot wounds;
treatment of shrapnel and mine-blast injuries;
reconstructive interventions following combat facial and head injuries;
collaboration with military hospitals in Ukraine;
engagement of foreign specialists according to the clinic's public statements;
funding of surgeries for military personnel through charitable foundations.

Important: the hub presents this direction as medical reconstruction and rehabilitation, not as tactical / operational military content. Details of specific cases and operations belong to private medical information.

24/7 Maxillofacial Trauma Center

A dedicated clinic service, highlighted on the services page. Operates round the clock, covering:

acute facial and skull trauma;
fractures and cracks of facial bones;
complex multifaceted cases requiring a multidisciplinary team;
diagnostic and surgical tools: CT, MRI, microscopic and endoscopic approaches.

In the context of war, this service is particularly relevant for patients with consequences of facial and head injuries.