Svitlana Mykhailyshyn, a Lawyer and Program Manager at the JurFem: Education Center, held an important lecture as part of the Medical Law Project.
Topic: Sexual Violence in the Context of War: Ukraine. Particularities of Working with Survivors of War Crimes.
Svitlana Mykhailyshyn shared valuable tips on how healthcare professionals can ensure sensitive and supportive communication with patients who have experienced traumatic events.
Key aspects of the lecture:
• Sensitivity in communication: How to work with patients who have experienced sexual violence without causing additional harm.
• Legal aspects: The rights of survivors, and how doctors can protect them.
• Emotional support: The importance of creating a safe space for patients to talk openly about their feelings.
This lecture was not only a theoretical class but also a practical lesson for students. It stressed the significance of a humane approach in medicine and the need to take into account the psychological and emotional state of patients.
We express our gratitude to Svitlana Mykhailyshyn for her professional skills and willingness to share her knowledge
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