The meeting took place on 11 November and was attended by Paun Rogovei, Ukraine’s Ambassador to the Republic of Moldova, and Professor Ilia Emets, a paediatric cardiac surgeon and former Minister of Health of Ukraine.
Iliya Yemets presented his experience in treating newborns and children with complex congenital heart defects, and spoke about his long-standing collaboration with medical specialists in Moldova. His team has advised and treated Moldovan children in need of specialised interventions.
The meeting participants explored ways of improving the patient pathway, which should integrate antenatal diagnosis, delivery, intensive care, surgical treatment and follow-up care for the child.
Particular attention was paid to minimally invasive procedures, the training of medical teams, scientific research and the conditions necessary for the development of specialised services.
Emphasis on collaboration between medical teams
“The patient pathway must be clearly defined, and the teams involved must work together. The Republic of Moldova already has experience in carrying out minimally invasive procedures, and professional collaboration and research can contribute to the development of these services,” said Health Minister Alexandru Gasnash.
Following the discussion, the experience shared by the Ukrainian side may be utilised in assessing the potential for further development of paediatric cardiology and cardiac surgery in Moldova.
The key objective is to establish a system in which healthcare facilities operate in a coordinated manner, and families receive clear information about the necessary examinations, treatment and next steps.
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