Medical malpractice cases in Ukraine rarely reach court despite patient complaints and reports to law enforcement agencies. The reasons for this may include: the high cost of litigation, the difficulty of proving medical error, and the lack of evidence due to patients rarely being given all medical documentation. Thus, the inequality of resources between patients and private clinics often forces people to give up the fight.
The trial regarding the death of patient Adnan Kivan at the private Odrex clinic continues. One of the accused doctors once again claimed not to understand the essence of the indictment, despite the prosecutor's explanations. Such statements may indicate attempts to delay the court process. The next hearing is scheduled for May 5, 2026.
In Svitlana Huk's case regarding her husband's death during treatment at the Odrex clinic, another medical examination has been ordered, this time in Lviv. Six years after the case began, the widow places great hopes on the results of the new examination.
Dr. Vitaliy Rusakov of the Odrex clinic, who is accused of medical negligence that allegedly led to the death of patient Adnan Kivan, stated that a conviction could supposedly lead to a “collapse” of the entire medical system. Lawyers call such statements emotional and emphasize that criminal law provides for individual responsibility, not “consequences for the entire system.”
Vitaliy Rusakov, a doctor at the Odrex clinic who is on trial for medical negligence in the case of Adnan Kivan's death, publicly disclosed details of the patient's treatment in his video blog. Lawyers believe that such actions may indicate a breach of medical confidentiality and the constitutional right to privacy.
The StopOdrex movement, created by patients' families and people who claim to have had negative experiences with treatment at the Odesa clinic "Odrex," continues to collect and publish new stories. Activists assert that their work in the public sphere helps to form a more complete picture – not only positive reviews about the clinic but also the experiences of patients with various treatment outcomes. According to them, this provides people with more information to make an informed and conscious decision when choosing a medical institution.
Adherence to the Ethical Code of a Doctor of Ukraine in practice remains problematic. The case of the Odrex clinic and surgeon Vitaliy Rusakov demonstrates how medical ethics norms can be ignored, and control by the Ministry of Health remains only on paper.
The trial in the case of businessman Adnan Kivan's death at the Odrex clinic is accompanied by ambiguous behavior from one of the doctors accused of medical negligence. Vitaliy Rusakov's actions and rhetoric raise questions about possible pressure on the court and attempts to delay the proceedings.
In the case of doctors Vitaliy Rusakov and Maryna Belotserkovska regarding the death of businessman Adnan Kivan, the presiding judge Larysa Pereverzieva was recused. The hearing of the motion is scheduled for April 6 at the Primorsky District Court of Odesa.
The trial in the case of the death of businessman Adnan Kivan in the private Odesa clinic Odrex continues. On the eve of the next hearing, the accused doctor Vitaliy Rusakov intensified public communication or raised a number of questions.
Due to medical negligence by the staff of the Odesa "Odrex" clinic, the woman developed an infection after gynecological surgery. A foreign object was found and removed at another facility.
Scandals, criminal proceedings, and patient complaints – private medicine in Odesa region has come under close scrutiny by law enforcement. MP Viktoriia Vagner calls on the Ministry of Health to conduct an inspection of the region, as risks for patients are increasing.
How to choose a safe dental clinic for treating a child under sedation and what parents should pay attention to. After a series of tragedies in private clinics, the issue of safety once again becomes key.
The revenues of Odrex, one of the largest private clinics in southern Ukraine, have sharply declined, despite the overall growth of the medical market. This may signal a loss of patient trust in the clinic due to high-profile criminal cases involving Odrex and its PR decisions.
Land control is carried out by local authorities and Derzhheokadastr, but blurred powers and new laws complicate the response to violations. Due to an ineffective system, communities lose money. The possible "land scheme" under the Odrex clinic in Odesa clearly demonstrates the problem.
The court in the case of businessman Adnan Kivan's death extended the night house arrest for the doctors accused of medical negligence. Surgeon Vitaliy Rusakov was also suspended from his position.
Several large private clinics in Odesa have become the focus of criminal proceedings. This concerns possible corruption schemes, falsification of medical documents, and medical negligence.
The revenues of "Dim Medytsyny" (House of Medicine), part of the Odrex medical brand, have fallen by a quarter. The clinic is trying to restore its image through aggressive PR campaigns, including promoting a doctor who is on trial for medical negligence in a patient's death.
Private clinic Odrex demands that the court declare journalistic materials about its activities "unreliable," oblige them to refute them, and prohibit further dissemination of information. In addition, the medical institution demands to recover UAH 1 million from the media. This approach raises concerns due to attempts to pressure journalists and potential consequences for freedom of speech.
The Odrex clinic advertises surgeon Vitaliy Rusakov as a "lifesaving doctor," even though he is currently an accused in the case of patient Adnan Kivan's death. At the same time, in its PR videos, the medical institution does not inform potential patients about Rusakov's trial, effectively substituting an inconvenient reality with a glossy image of a "medical hero."
Patients in clinics are often asked to sign documents waiving claims against the doctor and medical facility in case of complications. Medical lawyer Dmytro Kasianenko explained whether such a practice has legal force and whether the patient retains the right to go to court.
The court in the case of the death of Odesa businessman Adnan Kivan at the Odrex clinic has moved to the merits phase. The Primorsky District Court of Odesa completed the preparatory proceedings and scheduled the first hearing for March 23, 2026. The defendants in the case are the clinic's doctors - surgeon Vitaliy Rusakov and oncologist Maryna Belotserkivska.
Land schemes in large cities often look like purely business stories, but their consequences are felt by the entire community. When city land is used non-transparently, the budget loses funds, and the market loses fair competition. The story with the land under the Odrex clinic in Odesa shows how such decisions can affect the city's development.
The private Odesa clinic Odrex denies its involvement in criminal cases of fraud, document forgery, and medical negligence. At the same time, law enforcement agencies are investigating 10 criminal proceedings related to the activities of the medical institution or its employees, under the relevant articles.
The Ministry of Health revoked the license of LLC "Dim Medytsyny" due to its refusal to provide documents. The clinic is concealing this fact, manipulating data about successfully passing inspections.
The StopOdrex website, which collects patient stories from the controversial clinic, has resumed operations despite three blockages. Co-founder of the StopOdrex movement, Khrystyna Totkailo, announced that activists and all concerned individuals can now communicate through two platforms: the website and a Telegram channel.
Odesa police are investigating a criminal case regarding the possible illegal seizure of land by the Odrex clinic. The medical facility leases premises from LLC "Fabrika Akatsiya", with which it shares owners, and states that all questions should be directed to the landlord.
Cooperation between the state and private clinics within the Medical Guarantees Program requires not only a formal check of compliance with criteria, but also an assessment of reputational risks. Honest patient reviews and criminal investigations surrounding certain medical institutions intensify the discussion about the criteria for selecting NHSU partners. The clinic's reputation should become a new criterion when concluding contracts using budget funds.
The Ukrainian healthcare system is experiencing a deep crisis due to the war, staff outflow, and the lack of real control over the quality of treatment. Former Minister of Health Oleh Musiy warns: without finances, a well-thought-out personnel policy, and clear criteria for accountability, the system will continue to decline, and patients' access to assistance will decrease. An example of such a decline is the "Odrex Case," which became a test for the state regulator and its ability to protect patients.
The "Odrex case" has gained wide public resonance, and against this background, journalists began to publish stories from the StopOdrex Telegram channel. In it, former patients and families of those who died after treatment anonymously share their experiences. They talk about discharges in critical condition, foreign objects in the body after operations, and, according to families, improper treatment.
