TRANSFORMATION OF UKRAINIAN HEALTHCARE TO THE NEW CONDITIONS OF DEVELOPMENT: RISKS, SOLUTIONS, MODERNISATION OPTIONS

Area of Science:

• Digital Health Transformation
• Healthcare System Modernization
• Telemedicine Development

Background:

• Ukraine's healthcare system faces significant risks including financial instability, workforce shortages, corruption, and unequal access to services.
• The integration of digital healthcare technologies presents both challenges and opportunities for systemic improvement.

Purpose of the Study:

• To analyze the transformation of Ukrainian healthcare within the digital era.
• To identify risks and propose solutions for modernizing the healthcare system.
• To evaluate the current state and potential of telemedicine in Ukraine.

Main Methods:

• Narrative synthesis of existing literature.
• Cross-sectional analysis of Ukrainian telemedicine development.
• Comparative analysis with European telemedicine standards.

Main Results:

• Identified key risks: insufficient funding, personnel deficits, corruption, and service inaccessibility.
• Proposed solutions: increased investment, improved working conditions, and anti-corruption measures.
• Highlighted modernization options: electronic health records, telemedicine expansion, and universal access to quality care.

Conclusions:

• Digital transformation of Ukrainian healthcare requires a comprehensive, collaborative approach involving government, professionals, and the public.
• Addressing risks and challenges can lead to significant improvements, ensuring quality healthcare for all citizens, particularly in conflict-affected regions.
• Telemedicine, as part of broader information and communication technology advancements, offers a powerful tool for reshaping traditional medical practices.