The first preparatory hearing in the case of the Odrex clinic doctors took place in the Kyivskyi District Court of Odesa following a change in jurisdiction. The defense attorneys for the accused, Rusakov and Bielotserkovska, failed to appear – the next court session is scheduled for June 11. Experts state that the series of procedural steps delaying the case proceedings may be a deliberate tactic by the defendants to bring it closer to the expiration of the statute of limitations.
Maryna Bielotserkovska — the defendant in the case regarding the death of Adnan Kivan and a now-dismissed oncologist at the Odrex clinic — is also involved in another tragic story. The father of StopOdrex movement co-founder Khrystyna Totkailo also underwent treatment with this doctor.
In the case of Odrex doctors Vitaliy Rusakov and Maryna Bielotserkovska, who are being tried under Part 1 of Article 140 of the Criminal Code of Ukraine, the time factor is becoming increasingly significant. Experts explain how statutes of limitations work and whether specific procedural decisions could lead to the dismissal of criminal proceedings without a court verdict.
In the Odesa region, a hospital's maternity ward was damaged as a result of a Russian attack. Six women in labor with their newborns were in the facility; there were no casualties.
Lack of time and the difficulty of finding specialists force people to delay treatment. The Likyemo service allows you to quickly find a doctor and book an appointment online.
The StopOdrex website has been blocked for the fourth time due to complaints from the Odrex clinic. Activists are currently working on its restoration. Meanwhile, the movement is expanding and is already represented on two social platforms, Telegram and Instagram.
Modern clinics are a business that is impossible to imagine without marketing, as PR tools can guarantee a steady flow of patients, and therefore, earnings. One of the most popular claims used by clinics in their communications is "treatment according to the principles of evidence-based medicine." But does real evidence-based medicine always stand behind such positioning, and how can a patient understand if the treatment truly meets medical standards?
In Ukraine, patients are increasingly organizing into grassroots movements due to a lack of trust in official mechanisms for protecting rights in the healthcare sector. Given the prolonged legal proceedings in medical negligence cases and the difficulties in obtaining forensic medical examinations, the question arises as to whether the healthcare system is capable of independently identifying medical errors, responding to them effectively and timely, and, most importantly, preventing potential tragedies.
The case regarding the death of businessman Adnan Kivan during treatment at Odrex was returned to the beginning of the hearing just before the testimony of an independent medical expert. Lawyers believe that the delay in the process may be related to a reluctance to move to the stage where the court will evaluate not the emotional statements of doctors, but medical documents, clinical protocols, and errors during treatment.
Another case concerning the death of a patient after surgery at the Odesa Odrex clinic has been stalled again. The Lviv Bureau of Forensic Medical Examination returned the materials without a conclusion due to Russian-language medical records maintained by the Odrex clinic. Lawyers warn of the risk of delaying the case and the expiration of the statute of limitations.
Yurii Babinets spoke about the principles of evidence-based medicine in oncology and international protocols. Patients are advised to choose a team approach and scientific methods.
The medical negligence case involving Odrex doctors, which may have led to the death of businessman Adnan Kivan, has been transferred from the Prymorskyi to the Kyivskyi District Court of Odesa. Due to the change of court, the hearing of the case on its merits will start anew; experts point to risks of stalling the process and the expiration of the statute of limitations.
Who are Vitaliy Rusakov and Maryna Bielotserkovska – the Odrex doctors on trial for medical negligence that may have led to the death of businessman Adnan Kivan. Education, career, professional experience, and the behavior of the defendants during the high-profile trial.
In the case concerning the death of businessman Adnan Kivan, the defense for the Odrex doctor initiated a change of venue, disrupting the hearing of a medical expert. Medical examinations, documentation analysis, compliance with treatment protocols, and the causal link between doctors' actions and the consequences for the patient are the key evidence in medical negligence cases. Such actions by the defendant's lawyers may indicate an attempt to delay the proceedings.
A study by Harvard Medical School has shown that modern AI models are, in most cases, more accurate at determining diagnoses than real doctors. Against the backdrop of medical errors, the complexity of protecting patient rights, and a crisis of trust, people are increasingly seeking alternative mechanisms for verifying medical diagnoses.
In the high-profile case regarding the death of businessman Adnan Kivan, the court was set to proceed with the interrogation of an oncology expert and the analysis of medical evidence. However, the defense for Odrex clinic doctor Vitaliy Rusakov initiated a motion to change the court venue. Lawyers for the victims claim this is a deliberate attempt to delay the process.
In the case concerning the death of Adnan Kivan, the court was set to proceed with the examination of medical evidence and hear from an independent specialist oncologist, who was to evaluate the actions of the accused doctors in terms of medical protocols and treatment standards. Instead, the defense for the Odrex doctor initiated a motion to transfer the case to another court. Lawyers for the victims see these actions as signs of a deliberate attempt to delay the judicial process.
Medical errors are one of the primary threats to patients worldwide: between 3% and 25% of hospitalized individuals face complications due to medical negligence. Misdiagnoses, treatment errors, and violations of medical protocols lead to severe consequences. In Ukraine, the problem is exacerbated by a lack of clear statistics and an effective system of accountability, which undermines trust in healthcare.
In the medical negligence case that may have caused the death of businessman Adnan Kivan at the Odrex clinic, the next court hearing is scheduled for May 5, 2026. One of the accused doctors has publicly criticized the court, alleging a so-called "closed process" and attempting to frame his criminal case as a systemic issue for the entire medical community.
The emergence of public initiatives like StopOdrex is a direct reaction to the inefficiency of state mechanisms for patient protection. When the system fails to provide a swift response to the demand for justice, people are forced to self-organize, unite, and create alternative tools for influence and support.
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In medical negligence cases, the court evaluates evidence rather than emotions: medical documentation, expert examinations, and the compliance of the physician's actions with treatment standards. Experts explain why patient gratitude or personal relationships do not hold decisive weight in court.
Ukrainian patients are uniting in public initiatives to document cases of potential medical errors and protect their rights. The reasons include the difficulty of proving medical negligence, lengthy and expensive legal proceedings, and the lack of effective quality control for medical services. Against this backdrop, platforms like StopOdrex are emerging, becoming an alternative tool in the struggle for justice and mutual support.
The defense team for Dr. Vitaliy Rusakov, in the case concerning the death of patient Adnan Kivan, cites joint photos of the doctor and patient and their personal correspondence as arguments to refute the accusation of medical negligence. At the same time, medical law experts emphasize that such arguments are not decisive for a court, which evaluates the doctor's actions based on medical standards, documentation, and expert conclusions.
In 2025, Odrex Clinic received over UAH 37. 5 million in budget funds under NHCU contracts, but its revenues and profits sharply decreased. Against the backdrop of a growing medical market, this may indicate a loss of patient trust due to public scandals and criminal proceedings in which Odrex is involved.
In 2025, the Odrex clinic received over UAH 37. 5 million from the Ukrainian budget under the Medical Guarantees Program, despite criminal proceedings and numerous patient complaints. This became possible because the NHCU is guided by partner selection criteria that do not take into account the reputation of medical institutions, which may pose risks to patients.
A drunk man injured a child and threatened people with a knife in Odesa. The assailant turned out to be a deserter and was handed over to the military law enforcement service.
Surgeon Vitaliy Rusakov, accused of fatal medical negligence, continues to justify himself in his video blogs. But his arguments raise more and more questions.
The trial of Vitaliy Rusakov, a doctor at the private clinic Odrex, in a case of medical negligence, is accompanied by the surgeon's loud statements about the inevitable "collapse of medicine" in the event of a guilty verdict. Lawyers, however, emphasize that such rhetoric is manipulation, as responsibility in criminal law is always individual.
In Western countries, lawsuits regarding medical negligence are a common practice and part of the quality control system in medicine. They form rules of responsibility, increase transparency in the industry, and influence treatment standards.
