Rethinking Ukrainian Medical Training: Strategies for Medical Education and System Improvement

Abstract

This article delves into the current state and future prospects of Ukraine's healthcare system. It critically examines the strategic framework laid out in the “Strategy for the Development of the Healthcare System until 2030”. A pivotal aspect of the article is its analysis of the burden of cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) in Ukraine compared to the European Union. It highlights that the prevalence and impact of CVDs in Ukraine. 
 The article underscores the necessity for comprehensive knowledge among medical professionals, especially in the context of the rising burden of cardiovascular diseases. It points out the inadequacies in the current medical education and training system in Ukraine in imparting this comprehensive knowledge. Drawing a comparison with the Chinese medical internship system, the article suggests that adopting a similar approach could significantly benefit Ukraine’s medical education system.
 In its conclusion, the authors emphasize the need to integrate foreign policies in training young physicians to build a more effective healthcare system.