The introduction of professional licensing is not only a new system of access to the medical profession, but, above all, an important step on the way to fundamentally changing the relationship between doctors and society. Thanks to the licensing system, the level of professional training of doctors will be increased, resulting in improved medical services and, of course, increased trust between the patient and the doctor.

The purpose of the Ukrainian National Council of Licensing Health Practitioners is: consulting on the implementation of changes in the medical system of Ukraine and uniting all professional medical communities of Ukraine for the purpose of improving the national public health system.

The main tasks of the Ukrainian National Council of Licensing Health Practitioners:

• Representation of the interests of medical workers.
• Joining forces between medical staff and their representatives for the purpose of effective involvement in cooperation and improvement of health care;
• Creation of a system of legal protection of medical workers and medical organizations both in Ukraine and abroad;
• Improving the health care system in Ukraine;
• Organization of training of doctors and improvement of their qualifications.

What is Professional Licensing?

Professional licensing is a new system of access to the profession of a doctor. It introduces the personal responsibility of the doctor for the quality of the provided medical care and the recognition that the most important thing in the work of a doctor is professionalism, knowledge and his practice.

The professional license eliminates collective irresponsibility and introduces the personal responsibility of the doctor for the treatment of the patient. Professional licensing will motivate the doctor for continuous professional development, guarantee his interest in a positive reputation among patients and personal responsibility for his decisions.

Why is licensing required?

The licensing system ensures the professional quality of the specialist and the trust of the patient. The most important goal is to improve the doctor’s qualifications, which will lead to the improvement of medical services.

What changes will there be after the implementation of the licensing system?

1. Professional development of specialists;
2. Responsibility for the result of one’s work;
3. Independence from the management of the medical institution;
4. Integration into the international medical community;

Thanks to the licensing system, specialists will have more opportunities to undergo internships and attend international conferences. These changes will be reflected in the professional development of doctors and the quality of medical care.

What can be medical licenses?

Limited – a temporary permit obtained during residency. A specialist can practice only under the supervision of a competent specialist.

Full – Upon completion of postgraduate education, a full license is issued. It gives the right to individual practice and independent decision-making regarding treatment methods.

What is the procedure for obtaining registration?

The application process is carried out online, and you need to provide the following documents:

1. Passport
2. Diploma of higher medical education and other certificates
3. Certificates of advanced training
4. Documents on work experience

The physician licensing system is a transparent, clear, independent system. It will lead to an improvement in the quality of medical care, an increase in the professional level and motivation of doctors, an increase in trust in doctors and the prestige of their profession.