Department of Pediatrics №2

Student scientific club

Head of the Department: Corresponding Member of the National Academy of Medical Sciences of Ukraine, Doctor of Medical Sciences, Professor Volosovets O.P.

Contact details: Kyiv, Alisher Navoi Avenue, 3, Kyiv City Children’s Clinical Hospital No. 2 

Student research is one of the most important means of enhancing the quality of professional training in higher education. At the SSC, future professionals acquire research skills.

The main objectives of the student research group are:

• organization of student research activities;
• in-depth study of a chosen topic by students;
• involvement of students in the department’s research areas;
• development of scientific and research competencies among students;
• engagement of students in scientific conferences, seminars, forums, competitions, and other research and outreach events;
• discussion of theoretical issues and conducting research projects;
• familiarization with the methodology of planning and conducting experiments;
• practical workshops. 

Meetings are held once a month in a hybrid format according to an approved schedule; they focus on research activities and topical issues in modern pediatrics, and include joint meetings of SSC from various departments as well as conferences.

During clinical rounds, student club members focus on diagnostic issues in clinical cases, formulating patient examination plans, discussing research methods, clinical pharmacology, and modern diagnostic technologies.

Lung ultrasound of a newborn infant

Performing screening on a newborn infant

Amplitude-integrated EEG in neonatology

In 2024, a joint meeting of the student scientific circles of the Department of Pediatrics No. 2 and the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology No. 2 of Bogomolets National Medical University took place. The event was dedicated to HIV infection in obstetrics and neonatology.

In 2024, a joint meeting was also held by the student scientific circles of the Departments of Obstetrics and Gynecology No. 3 and Pediatrics No. 2 at Bogomolets National Medical University. Participating students deepened their knowledge on the topic “Specifics of neonatal care for infants born small for gestational age,” presented informative reports, and received professional advice from experienced specialists.

On April 17–18, 2024, the National Medical University hosted an online scientific-practical conference with international participation titled “What Happened to Children’s Health During the War,” dedicated to the memory of the prominent Ukrainian pediatrician and Academician of the National Academy of Medical Sciences (NAMS) of Ukraine, V.H. Maidannyk. Based on the evaluation of student research papers in the “Clinical Case” category of the Ukrainian-language section, the 1st place diploma was awarded to Maryam Khalilova, a 5th-year student of Medical Faculty No. 2 and head of the student research group, for her paper “Congenital Pulmonary Airway Malformation as a Cause of Neonatal Respiratory Distress” (Department of Pediatrics No. 2; academic supervisor: Associate Professor T.I. Shevtsova; Head of Department: Corresponding Member of NAMS of Ukraine O.P. Volosovets). In the English-language student section, the 2nd place diploma was awarded to Amrita Gargi (India), a 5th-year student of Medical Faculty No. 2 and a member of the Department of Pediatrics No. 2 research group, for her paper “Clinical Case of Pallister-Killian Syndrome” (Department of Pediatrics No. 2; academic supervisor: Associate Professor T.I. Shevtsova; Head of Department: Corresponding Member of NAMS of Ukraine O.P. Volosovets).

O.O. Hetmanets, a fifth-year student from the Second Medical Faculty, won second place at the 2024 Annual Spring Student Scientific Session with her research paper titled “Clinical Case of Recurrent Angioedema in a Child with LTP Syndrome” (Department of Pediatrics No. 2; academic supervisor: Assistant M.V. Kryvopustova; Head of Department: O.P. Volosovets, Corresponding Member of the National Academy of Medical Sciences of Ukraine).

Students from the club actively participate in student Olympiads. For instance, in 2024, five club members took part in the All-Ukrainian Student Olympiad in Pediatrics.

Based on the results, club member D.O. Balaniuk (6th year, Medical Faculty No. 2) secured second place.

O.M. Tsalko (6th year, Medical Faculty No. 2), Ye.M. Kiselov (6th year, Medical Faculty No. 2), Yu.V. Venzovska (5th year, Medical Faculty No. 2), and S.Ya. Kalnina (5th year, Medical Faculty No. 2) took third place.

A new approach to the Student Scientific Society meetings in 2024 involved holding masterclasses for student members, conducted by specialists from the department. Specifically, the following masterclasses were held:

Initial and Resuscitation Care. Presenter: T.I. Shevtsova, Associate Professor of the Department.

Principles and organization of clinical trials in pediatric allergology and dermatology. Speaker: Associate Professor O.V. Mozyrska.

Methodology of modern scientific research. Modern capabilities for diagnosing allergic diseases in children. Speaker: M.V. Kryvopustova, Assistant at the Department of Pediatrics.

Emergency conditions in neonatology. Specifics of medical care under martial law. Speaker: T.I. Shevtsova, Associate Professor.

We invite everyone interested in research work to join the student scientific circle of the Department of Pediatrics No. 2.

Participation of the Department of Pediatrics No. 2 in the Clinical Annual Scientific Experience (CASE) 2025

On January 20, 2025, the “Clinical Annual Scientific Experience (CASE) 2025” student scientific and practical conference—featuring presentations of interesting clinical cases—was held online at Bogomolets National Medical University.

Students from the Department of Pediatrics No. 2’s Student Scientific Group actively participated in the “Pediatrics” and “Pediatrics and Pediatric Infectious Diseases” sessions.

The student presentations at the conference were substantive and engaging, showcasing the results of their own research.

Associate Professors O.F. Chernii and T.I. Shevtsova from the Department of Pediatrics No. 2 served as jury members, while other faculty members from the department attended as active listeners.

Oleksandra Vasechko, a fifth-year student from Medical Faculty No. 2, presented a clinical case titled “Fetal Alcohol Syndrome in a Newborn” (supervised by Associate Professors I.O. Loginova and T.I. Shevtsova of the Department of Pediatrics No. 2) and was awarded a first-place diploma.

Yelyzaveta Rudenko (5th year, Medical Faculty No. 2) presented on “Pancake Syndrome” (supervised by Assistant Professor M.V. Kryvopustova of the Department of Pediatrics No. 2) and also secured first place.

Yevhen Cherkavskyi (5th year, Medical Faculty No. 2), with a presentation on “Paiyr’s Disease in a Child” (supervised by Assistant Professor N.A. Sliusar of the Department of Pediatrics No. 2), and Kim Hayong (6th year, Faculty for International Students), with a clinical case of Sanfilippo syndrome in a young child (supervised by O.F. Chernii), were awarded third-place diplomas.

Student Bohdan Tsomka (5th year, Medical Faculty No. 2) presented a case of practical interest titled “Infectious Mononucleosis: Inappropriate Antibiotic Therapy” (supervised by Associate Professors of the Department of Pediatrics No. 2, V.Ye. Khomenko and O.L. Kovalchuk).

Dmytro Palii (5th year, Medical Faculty No. 2) prepared a presentation on the highly interesting and timely topic “Allergic Skin Reaction to a Tattoo”; he impressed the jury with his profound scientific approach to the issue (supervised by Associate Professor of the Department of Pediatrics No. 2, O.V. Yemets).

Our students are a worthy part of the young scientific community at Bogomolets National Medical University!

We congratulate the winners and thank all the presenters and conference participants!

Results of student scientific conferences at the Department of Pediatrics No. 2 (January 2025)

Students in years 3–6 from Medical Faculty No. 2 and the Faculty for the Training of Foreign Citizens—most of whom are members of the Student Scientific Group at the Department of Pediatrics No. 2—actively participated in winter student conferences under the guidance of the department’s faculty, led by the Head of the Department, O.P. Volosovets (Corresponding Member of the National Academy of Medical Sciences of Ukraine, Doctor of Medical Sciences, Professor).

Specifically, on January 20, 2025, the “Clinical Annual Scientific Experience (CASE) 2025” student scientific-practical conference took place online at Bogomolets National Medical University, featuring presentations on interesting clinical cases.

Fifth-year students from the Second Medical Faculty, Oleksandra Vasechko (“Clinical Case of Fetal Alcohol Syndrome in a Newborn,” supervised by Associate Professors of the Department of Pediatrics No. 2 I.O. Loginova and T.I. Shevtsova) and Yelyzaveta Rudenko (“Pancake” Syndrome, supervised by Assistant Professor of the Department of Pediatrics No. 2 M.V. Kryvopustova), participated in this conference and secured first-place awards based on the evaluation of their presentations.

Evhen Cherkavskyi (presenting “Paihr’s Disease in a Child”; supervisor: N.A. Slyusar, Assistant at the Department of Pediatrics No. 2) and Kim Hayong, a 6th-year student from the Faculty for Foreign Students (presenting a clinical case of Sanfilippo syndrome in a young child; supervisor: O.F. Chernii, Associate Professor at the Department of Pediatrics No. 2), prepared interesting and rare clinical cases. Based on their presentations, the students were awarded diplomas for 3rd place.

Students Bohdan Tsomka (“Infectious Mononucleosis, Inappropriate Antibiotic Therapy”; supervisors: Associate Professors V.Ye. Khomenko and O.L. Kovalchuk of the Department of Pediatrics No. 2) and Dmytro Palii (“Allergic Skin Reaction to a Tattoo in an Adolescent”; supervisor: Associate Professor O.V. Yemets of the Department of Pediatrics No. 2) impressed the jury with their profound scientific approach to the issues facing pediatric patients.

On February 20, 2025, the student scientific and practical online conference “Youth in Medicine: Clinical Challenges and Scientific Discoveries” took place at Bogomolets National Medical University.

Students participating in the academic club took part in the “Clinical Cases” section: Veronika Zabavina (3rd year, Medical Faculty No. 2) presented “Clinical Case of Aortic Coarctation in a Newborn” (supervisor: T.I. Shevtsova, Associate Professor, Department of Pediatrics No. 2), and Nadiia Savina (5th year, Medical Faculty No. 2) presented “Cutaneous Manifestations of Crohn’s Disease” (supervisor: O.V. Mozyrska, Professor, Department of Pediatrics No. 2). Both students were awarded 2nd-place diplomas.

Kateryna Pylypko (5th year, Medical Faculty No. 2) prepared a clinical case titled “Pork-Cat Syndrome in Pediatric Allergology” (supervised by M.V. Kryvopustova, Assistant at the Department of Pediatrics No. 2) and won 3rd place; Mariia Petrushchak (4th year, Medical Faculty No. 2) prepared a case titled “Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease in Pediatrics” (supervised by Yu.V. Karulina, Associate Professor at the Department of Pediatrics No. 2). Both cases are substantive and relevant to modern pediatrics.

Daliya Tsydalenko (5th year, Medical Faculty No. 2) participated in the “Modern Trends in the Study of Clinical and Fundamental Disciplines” section with a presentation titled “Drug Allergy to NSAIDs” (supervised by Professor M.P. Prokhorova of the Department of Pediatrics No. 2), alongside Amrita Gargi, a 6th-year student from the Faculty for Training Foreign Citizens, who presented “Biomarkers for Early Diagnosis of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders: A Literature Review” (supervised by Associate Professor T.I. Shevtsova of the Department of Pediatrics No. 2). Both students were awarded 2nd-place diplomas based on the jury’s evaluation.

Special thanks to every participant for their interesting and insightful presentations. Students and trainees of the Department of Pediatrics No. 2 are a worthy part of the youth scientific community at Bogomolets National Medical University!

Stage I of the All-Ukrainian Student Olympiad in Pediatrics (2025)

On March 12, 2025, the first stage of the All-Ukrainian Student Olympiad in Pediatrics took place at the O.O. Bogomolets National Medical University.

Students from Medical Faculty No. 2—who study pediatric disciplines at the Department of Pediatrics No. 2 and are members of the department’s student scientific circle—actively participated in this academic competition. The team representing the Department of Pediatrics No. 2 included sixth-year students Snizhana Berestova and Yevhen Mykhailiuk, as well as fifth-year students Bohdan Tsomka and Dmytro Palii.

departments. Associate Professors O.F. Chernii and T.I. Shevtsova were delegated to the jury from the Department of Pediatrics No. 2, while Professor M.P. Prokhorova served on the appeals committee.

Based on the jury’s decision, our students secured second place (Snizhana Berestova, 6th year, group 9215) and third place (Dmytro Palii, 5th year, group 10204).

Congratulations to the winners!

We thank everyone for participating in the first stage of the All-Ukrainian Student Olympiad in Pediatrics and wish you continued success and future professional achievements.

Joint meeting of the student scientific circles of the Department of Pediatrics No. 2 and the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology No. 2 (March 2025)

On March 7, 2025, a joint meeting of student scientific circles from two departments of O.O. Bogomolets National Medical University (NMU) took place at the Kyiv City Maternity Hospital No. 6: the Department of Pediatrics No. 2 (Head: O.P. Volosovets, Corresponding Member of the National Academy of Medical Sciences of Ukraine, Doctor of Medical Sciences, Professor) and the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology No. 2 (Head: O.P. Hnatko, Doctor of Medical Sciences, Professor).

The event focused on the study of isoimmune conflict arising from erythrocyte antigen incompatibility between a pregnant woman and her fetus. Specifically, the discussion covered modern trends in pregnancy management involving ABO and Rh incompatibilities, the prevention of Rh immunization, and evidence-based treatment methods for hemolytic disease in newborns.

Over 20 students from the 3rd through 6th years participated in the meeting—both in-person and online—representing Medical Faculties No. 1, 2, and 3, as well as the Faculty for Foreign Students of O.O. Bogomolets NMU.

The participants were welcomed by the supervisors of the departments’ student circles: Associate Professor T.I. Shevtsova, Assistant N.H. Skuriatina, and Associate Professor of the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology No. 2, Yu.L. Marushchenko.

Student club members prepared interesting and informative presentations on the following topics: “Specifics of pregnancy management in cases of isoimmune conflict” (Iryna Teleha, 5th year, Medical Faculty No. 1), “Phototherapy as a treatment method for neonatal jaundice” (Nadiia Savina, 5th year, Medical Faculty No. 2), and “Modern trends in the use of immunoglobulins for treating hemolytic disease of the newborn” (Oleksandra Vasechko, 5th year, Medical Faculty No. 2).

During a meeting of the student scientific groups, T.I. Shevtsova, Associate Professor of the Department of Pediatrics No. 2, conducted a master class on “Transcutaneous Bilirubinometry.” Students were introduced to modern bilirubinometers and the technique of transcutaneous bilirubin measurement, which helps reduce the number of instances of unnecessary diagnostic blood sampling in newborns.

The event participants expressed confidence that joint meetings of related departments are important for developing clinical thinking, motivating students to engage in creative scientific inquiry, and applying the knowledge and skills they have acquired in their future professional practice.

Joint meeting of the student scientific circles of the Department of Pediatrics No. 1 and the Department of Pediatrics No. 2 (October 2025)

A joint meeting of the student scientific circles from two departments of O.O. Bogomolets National Medical University—Pediatrics No. 1 and Pediatrics No. 2—was held at Kyiv City Clinical Hospital No. 3. The event focused on the organization and support of breastfeeding amidst the prolonged full-scale invasion.

Students in their fourth through sixth years from the Educational and Research Institute of Medicine participated in the in-person meeting.

The participants were welcomed by the heads of the departments’ student circles, Associate Professors T.I. Shevtsova and O.A. Stroi. 

Aspiring researchers prepared engaging and informative presentations on the topics of “The Relevance of Breastfeeding” (V. Zabavina, Department of Pediatrics No. 2) and “Breastfeeding Amidst Full-Scale War” (O. Zaritska and A. Usachova, Department of Pediatrics No. 1). The speakers discussed the impact of anxiety and depression on the breastfeeding process and offered advice on reducing stress levels during the war.

T.I. Shevtsova, Associate Professor at the Department of Pediatrics No. 2, conducted a masterclass for students on the topic “Techniques for latching infants to the mother’s breast.”

All participants had the opportunity to practice various latching techniques and breastfeeding positions using mannequins and models. 

Joint meetings of related departments and the conduct of simulation training sessions are important for developing clinical reasoning and motivating students to pursue professional growth.

Meeting of the Student Scientific Group of the Department of Pediatrics No. 2 (November 2025)

On November 14, 2025, a regular meeting of the student scientific circle of the Department of Pediatrics No. 2 took place at Kyiv Municipal Children’s Clinical Hospital No. 2. The event was themed “The Skin as a Field of Study: Key Methods of Visual and Morphological Diagnostics in Pediatrics.”

More than 20 students in years 3 through 6 from the Educational and Scientific Institute of Medicine at Bogomolets National Medical University participated in the in-person meeting.

The participants were welcomed by Professor O.V. Mozyrska and Associate Professors O.F. Chernii and T.I. Shevtsova.

At the beginning of the meeting, Associate Professor T.I. Shevtsova discussed the preparation of abstracts and presentations for the student conference “Clinical Cases in Pediatrics.”

Professor O.V. Mozyrska introduced the students to modern methods for examining the skin of pediatric patients. Topics covered included rashes in children, the characteristics and differential diagnosis of moles, the use of Wood’s lamp, and the performance of skin prick tests.

O.V. Mozyrska conducted a workshop titled “Dermatoscopy as a Non-Invasive Method for Diagnosing Skin Lesions in Pediatrics,” during which students familiarized themselves with dermatoscopy techniques and learned how to perform a punch biopsy.

Participants expressed the view that meetings of the Student Scientific Society are crucial for developing clinical thinking, fostering student motivation for creative scientific inquiry, and honing practical skills for their future professional careers.

Joint meeting of student scientific circles of the Department of Pediatrics No. 2 and the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology No. 2 (December 2025)

A joint meeting of the student scientific circles from two departments—the Department of Pediatrics No. 2 and the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology No. 2 of Bogomolets National Medical University—was held at Kyiv City Clinical Hospital No. 3. The event focused on the topic “Obstetric and Perinatal Aspects of Preterm Birth.”

Preterm birth is one of the most pressing issues in perinatal medicine, as it remains a leading cause of maternal and perinatal mortality worldwide. This issue attracts significant attention due to the serious consequences for both the mother and the newborn. Prematurity is a major cause of morbidity, leading to complex, long-term health problems in children—such as cerebral palsy, vision and hearing impairments, digestive issues (necrotizing enterocolitis), developmental delays, and infections—and carries significant social implications.

Students in years 1 through 6 from the Educational and Scientific Institute of Bogomolets National Medical University participated in the meeting, which was held in an in-person format.  

The meeting was opened by the supervisors of the departments’ student research groups: Associate Professor Tetiana Shevtsova and Assistant Nataliia Skuriatina. Student members prepared insightful presentations on the following topics: “Preterm Birth: Modern Management Recommendations” (sixth-year student Iryna Teleha); “Steroid Prophylaxis for Respiratory Disorders and Fetal Neuroprotection” (sixth-year student Khrystyna Buniak); “Modern Approaches to Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition for Preterm Infants” (Anastasiia Kliukovska and Emiliia Tsendra, 5th year); and “Thermoregulation in Preterm Infants: Hypothermia Prevention and the Kangaroo Care Method” (Mariia Borshchevska and Sofiia Smienova, 3rd year).

The presentations focused primarily on assessing clinical symptoms during pregnancy (such as regular contractions after 22 weeks, changes in secretions, and alterations in fetal movement) and the condition of the cervix; the use of tocolytic medications (e.g., nifedipine, atosiban) to delay labor by 48 hours—allowing time for steroid prophylaxis against fetal respiratory distress syndrome (using betamethasone or dexamethasone to accelerate fetal lung maturation, thereby significantly improving survival chances and reducing complications); and various management strategies for preterm infants (including delivery assistance, respiratory support, maintaining thermal stability, ensuring adequate nutrition, and providing follow-up care tailored to gestational age). The master class “Insertion of an Obstetric Pessary,” conducted by Nataliia Skuriatina—head of the Student Scientific Group at the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology No. 2—sparked interest among student members and fostered motivation for scientific and practical work in the fields of obstetrics and neonatology. During the session, students gained theoretical knowledge (covering types of obstetric pessaries, indications, contraindications, timing of insertion, and pessary care) and practiced the skills required to insert an obstetric support pessary.

Participants once again expressed their conviction that joint meetings between related departments are vital for developing clinical thinking and motivating students to pursue creative scientific inquiry in the future.

Publication of research articles

co-authored with students at the Department of Pediatrics No. 2 (2025–2026 academic year).

Collaboration between faculty and students on writing research articles aims to develop research skills and foster career growth, while providing practical experience, enhancing portfolios, and preparing for future academic endeavors. Co-authoring research articles with students is feasible provided there is a research supervisor (or a co-author holding an advanced academic degree) and that ethical standards and formatting requirements are met.

In the process of preparing a research article, students learn to think analytically, process research findings, and draft academic texts in accordance with established requirements. A published article represents a significant achievement on a CV, boosting prospects for admission to master’s or doctoral programs and enhancing employability. Joint publications can lead to conference invitations and future collaborations with other researchers. Furthermore, publication helps deepen the research and provides a better understanding of the academic work process.

For faculty members, high-quality joint publications elevate their standing within the scientific community and help promote their ideas while strengthening their academic reputation. Assisting students with publication is a key component of academic mentorship. Additionally, publishing articles enables both faculty and students to access grants, international programs, scholarships, and investment opportunities.

In 2025, the Department of Pediatrics No. 2 prepared four research articles covering various areas of pediatrics—co-authored with students from O.O. Bogomolets National Medical University—which were published in Scopus-indexed journals and Category B journals.

1. Prenatal alcohol exposure and its impact on child health development. (Eastern Ukrainian Medical Journal, 2025, 13(1), 55–63. Doi.org/10.21272/eumj.2025;13(1):55–63; Scopus).

Fifth-year student O.O. Vasechko participated in the preparation of this work alongside the department’s faculty team, led by the Head of the Department, O.P. Volosovets (Corresponding Member of the National Academy of Medical Sciences of Ukraine, Doctor of Medical Sciences, Professor).

2. The research article “Pancake syndrome or ‘oral mite anaphylaxis’ in a child: a clinical syndrome in pediatrics” (*Ukrainian Scientific-Medical Youth Journal* – 2025, Vol. 154, No. 2, pp. 91–94; DOI: https://doi.org/10.32345/USMYJ.2(154).2025.91–94) was prepared by fifth-year student Ye.Yu. Rudenko together with M.V. Kryvopustova, an assistant at the Department of Pediatrics No. 2.
3. A research article by fifth-year student Ye. Cherkavskyi, titled “Pai’s disease: a rare cause of abdominal pain syndrome in children,” was published in the journal *Ukrainian Medical News* (*Ukrainski Medychni Visti*). The supervisor was N.A. Slyusar, an assistant at the Department of Pediatrics No. 2. (Ukrainian Medical Journal. USMYJ. June 29, 2025; 154(2):726). https://mmj.nmuofficial.com/index.php/journal/article/view/514
4. A research article addressing issues in neonatology, titled “Late preterm infants: modern trends and challenges,” has been published in the *Ukrainian Scientific Medical Youth Journal* (2025; No. 3; pp. 137–143; https://doi.org/10.32345/USMYJ.3(157).2025.137-143).

This research paper was prepared by Alisa Shrivastava, a 6th-year student of the Faculty for Foreign Students, under the supervision of T.I. Shevtsova, Associate Professor at the Department of Pediatrics.

Thus, students associated with the Department of Pediatrics No. 2 are a worthy part of the young scientific community at Bogomolets National Medical University. We look forward to continued fruitful collaboration between faculty and students in the preparation of research articles and wish them further success and new achievements in their professional scientific endeavors.

Professor, Department of Pediatrics No. 2

M.P. Prokhorova, Department Coordinator for Research Activities

Associate Professor, Department of Pediatrics No. 2

I.O. Lohinova

Associate Professor, Department of Pediatrics No. 2

T.I. Shevtsova, Head of the Department’s Student Scientific Group