Unique diagnostics and assistance to every resident of Belarus: Allergology and Immunology Center opened in Vitebsk

In the Clinic of Vitebsk State Medical University (VSMU) today, September 28, the grand opening of the Allergology and Immunology Center took place. The creation of the new unit was a response to the growing need of society for specialized care for allergic and autoimmune diseases, reports sb.by.

The center united three key areas: diagnosis, treatment and educational activities. Medical support is available here for both children and adults. Patients will be able to undergo a full range of examinations, including unique developments of Vitebsk scientists.

Head of the Center, Doctor of Medical Sciences, Professor, Head of the Department of Clinical Immunology and Allergology with a course of FPC and PC VSMU Oksana Ishchenko noted that the discovery is the result of the work of the entire scientific school, founded by Professor Dmitry Kuzmich Novikov:

- This Center combines the extensive clinical experience of our employees and modern scientific developments, international standards. This allows us to introduce all the best in the world and in our developments into the practical activities and medicine of our country. Any resident of the republic can apply to us, there is no need for a direction. We help everyone – we accept both children from birth and adults.

According to the head of the Center, the help will be divided into flows: drug allergies, respiratory problems, skin syndromes and immunological disorders. Special attention will be paid to diagnosis - skin tests, spirography, renacitogram and provocative tests will be carried out in the treatment room.

- It's exclusive. No one does it, and we do it, said Oksana Ishchenko. — Associate Professor of our department Irina Shchurok received a grant from the President of the Republic of Belarus for this development.

Irina Shchurok herself noted the uniqueness of the Center:

- Finally, our many years of experience will be translated into full-scale research. What we were able to develop within the framework of our Vitebsk scientific and immunological school, approved by the Ministry of Health, we can apply in real clinical practice. This is a comprehensive survey that is not available in other centers.

She also noted that one of the latest scientific developments was the selection of vaccines for allergy vaccination - now patients with allergic reactions in the anamnesis will be able to receive safe immunization.

In addition, specific immunotherapy (SIT) and semi-specific autoserotherapy are available at the Center.

Rector of VSMU Alexei Chukanov stressed the importance of the opening not only for the region but also for the whole republic:

- Today’s opening of the Center for Immunology and Allergology is proof of the connection between science and practice. The specialists who come here to work are among the leading in our republic. Allergology and immunology problems are very acute today, and a fairly large number of residents suffer from these problems. It is gratifying that the development of specialists of our departments will be implemented directly into practical activities and contribute to making our population healthier and happier.

The Center will employ a highly qualified staff: doctor of medical sciences, professor, four associate professors and candidates of medical sciences - all specialists of the highest and first qualification category. The appointment will be organized so that each patient can get to the doctor at a convenient time, including the evening hours.

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