Top Doctors in Russia
A directory of leading medical specialists in Russia.
Dr. Mikhail Shchelkanov
Infectious Disease SpecialistDr. Mikhail Shchelkanov is a renowned infectious disease specialist with extensive experience in virology and epidemiology. He has made significant contributions to the study of zoonotic infections and emerging viruses.
Dr. Shchelkanov played a crucial role during the COVID-19 pandemic, leading research on virus transmission patterns and contributing to the development of testing protocols. He has published over 150 scientific papers and serves as a key advisor t...
Dr. Elena Malysheva
Therapist & TV PersonalityDr. Elena Malysheva is one of Russia's most recognizable medical figures, known for her television program "Health" which has educated millions of Russians about medical issues since 1997. She combines her media work with clinical practice.
As a therapist, Dr. Malysheva specializes in preventive medicine and health education. She has developed numerous public health initiatives aimed at reducing cardiovascular diseases and diabetes through lifestyle modifications.
Dr. Leo Bokeria
Cardiovascular SurgeonDr. Leo Bokeria is a world-renowned cardiovascular surgeon and one of Russia's most respected medical professionals. He serves as the director of the Bakulev Scientific Center for Cardiovascular Surgery and has performed over 10,000 open-heart sur...
Dr. Bokeria pioneered many cardiac surgery techniques in Russia, including the first successful implantation of an artificial heart. He has made significant contributions to the treatment of arrhythmias, congenital heart defects, and coronary arte...
Dr. Alexander Myasnikov
Cardiologist & Internal MedicineDr. Alexander Myasnikov comes from a dynasty of renowned physicians and has established himself as a leading cardiologist and internal medicine specialist. He currently heads Moscow's Clinical Hospital No. 71 and hosts popular medical programs on ...
Dr. Myasnikov specializes in complex cardiovascular cases and preventive cardiology. He has developed innovative approaches to managing hypertension and reducing cardiovascular risk factors in high-risk populations.
Dr. Irina Nazarenko
OncologistDr. Irina Nazarenko is a leading oncologist specializing in breast cancer treatment and research. She heads the oncology department at the N.N. Blokhin National Medical Research Center of Oncology, Russia's premier cancer treatment facility.
Dr. Nazarenko has developed innovative protocols for neoadjuvant chemotherapy that have significantly improved outcomes for patients with aggressive forms of breast cancer. Her research focuses on personalized medicine approaches based on genetic ...
Dr. Sergey Gautier
Transplant SurgeonDr. Sergey Gautier is a pioneering transplant surgeon who has performed over 1,000 kidney and liver transplants. He currently serves as the chief transplantologist at the Shumakov National Medical Research Center of Transplantology and Artificial ...
Dr. Gautier has been instrumental in developing Russia's transplant program and has introduced innovative techniques for living donor transplantation. His work has significantly reduced waiting times and improved outcomes for transplant patients a...
Dr. Natalia Mokrysheva
EndocrinologistDr. Natalia Mokrysheva is a leading endocrinologist specializing in metabolic disorders and thyroid diseases. She heads the endocrinology department at the Endocrinology Research Centre in Moscow and has made significant contributions to the under...
Dr. Mokrysheva has developed innovative approaches to managing complex cases of diabetes mellitus with multiple comorbidities. Her research focuses on the relationship between endocrine disorders and cardiovascular disease.
Dr. Dmitry Pushkar
UrologistDr. Dmitry Pushkar is Russia's leading urologist, serving as the Chief Urologist of the Russian Ministry of Health. He heads the urology department at Moscow State University of Medicine and Dentistry and has performed thousands of complex urologi...
Dr. Pushkar specializes in uro-oncology and reconstructive urology. He has developed innovative surgical techniques for prostate cancer that preserve urinary continence and sexual function. His work in nerve-sparing prostatectomy has gained intern...
Dr. Galina Ignatova
NeurologistDr. Galina Ignatova is a renowned neurologist specializing in multiple sclerosis and other autoimmune neurological disorders. She leads the multiple sclerosis center at the Research Center of Neurology and has been instrumental in developing Russi...
Dr. Ignatova has conducted groundbreaking research on the epidemiology of multiple sclerosis in Russia and has contributed to international clinical trials of new disease-modifying therapies. Her work has significantly improved access to advanced ...
Dr. Andrey Kaprin
OncologistDr. Andrey Kaprin is a leading oncologist and Russia's Chief Oncologist. He serves as the General Director of the National Medical Research Radiological Centre and has made significant contributions to radiation oncology and cancer screening progr...
Dr. Kaprin has pioneered the development of proton therapy in Russia and has established one of the most advanced radiation oncology departments in Eastern Europe. His work has improved precision in radiation treatment while minimizing damage to h...
Dr. Victor Fomin
NephrologistDr. Victor Fomin is a leading nephrologist specializing in the treatment of chronic kidney disease and glomerulopathies. He heads the nephrology department at Sechenov University and has made significant contributions to the understanding of kidne...
Dr. Fomin has developed innovative approaches to slowing the progression of chronic kidney disease through multimodal therapy. His research focuses on the relationship between metabolic disorders and kidney function.
Dr. Svetlana Artemova
GastroenterologistDr. Svetlana Artemova is a renowned gastroenterologist specializing in inflammatory bowel disease and functional gastrointestinal disorders. She leads the gastroenterology department at the Russian Medical Academy of Continuous Professional Educat...
Dr. Artemova has developed comprehensive treatment protocols for Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis that have become the standard of care in Russia. Her research focuses on the gut microbiome and its role in gastrointestinal health.
Dr. Alexey Sokolov
Orthopedic SurgeonDr. Alexey Sokolov is a leading orthopedic surgeon specializing in joint replacement and sports medicine. He heads the orthopedic department at the Priorov Central Institute for Trauma and Orthopedics and has performed over 5,000 joint replacement...
Dr. Sokolov has developed innovative surgical techniques for complex joint reconstructions that have improved outcomes for patients with severe arthritis and joint deformities. His research focuses on biomaterials and implant design.
Dr. Olga Voronets
PediatricianDr. Olga Voronets is a highly respected pediatrician specializing in pediatric infectious diseases and vaccinology. She serves as the head of the pediatrics department at the National Medical Research Center for Children's Health.
Dr. Voronets has played a key role in developing Russia's childhood immunization schedule and has conducted extensive research on vaccine safety and efficacy. Her work has contributed to significant reductions in vaccine-preventable diseases.
Dr. Igor Khatkov
Surgical GastroenterologistDr. Igor Khatkov is a renowned surgical gastroenterologist specializing in minimally invasive procedures for complex gastrointestinal conditions. He heads the center for hepatopancreatobiliary surgery at Moscow Clinical Scientific Center.
Dr. Khatkov has pioneered laparoscopic and robotic techniques for pancreatic and liver surgeries that have significantly reduced complications and recovery time. His innovative approaches to pancreatic cancer surgery have improved survival rates.
Dr. Elena Grishina
Allergist-ImmunologistDr. Elena Grishina is a leading allergist and immunologist specializing in severe allergic conditions and primary immunodeficiencies. She heads the allergy and immunology department at the National Research Center - Institute of Immunology.
Dr. Grishina has developed innovative protocols for allergen-specific immunotherapy that have shown remarkable success in treating difficult cases of asthma and severe allergies. Her research focuses on the molecular mechanisms of allergic inflamm...
Dr. Vladimir Parfenov
NeurologistDr. Vladimir Parfenov is a distinguished neurologist specializing in cerebrovascular diseases and headache disorders. He serves as the head of the neurology department at First Moscow State Medical University and has made significant contributions...
Dr. Parfenov has developed Russia's first organized stroke care system, dramatically reducing mortality and disability from stroke. His research focuses on secondary stroke prevention and rehabilitation.
Dr. Marina Kinkulkina
PsychiatristDr. Marina Kinkulkina is a renowned psychiatrist specializing in mood disorders and women's mental health. She heads the affective disorders department at the Serbsky National Research Center for Social and Forensic Psychiatry.
Dr. Kinkulkina has developed innovative treatment protocols for treatment-resistant depression that combine pharmacological approaches with neuromodulation techniques. Her research focuses on the neurobiology of mood disorders.
Dr. Yuri Novikov
DermatologistDr. Yuri Novikov is a leading dermatologist specializing in autoimmune skin diseases and cutaneous oncology. He heads the dermatology department at the Central State Medical Academy and has made significant contributions to the understanding of ps...
Dr. Novikov has developed innovative treatment protocols for severe psoriasis that have become the standard of care in Russia. His research focuses on the genetic basis of autoimmune skin disorders.
Dr. Anton Ivanov
NeurosurgeonDr. Anton Ivanov is a highly skilled neurosurgeon specializing in cerebrovascular surgery and skull base tumors. He heads the neurosurgery department at the Burdenko National Medical Research Center of Neurosurgery.
Dr. Ivanov has developed innovative surgical approaches for complex brain aneurysms and arteriovenous malformations that have significantly reduced surgical risks. His research focuses on cerebral hemodynamics and ischemic preconditioning.
Dr. Tatiana Simakova
HematologistDr. Tatiana Simakova is a leading hematologist specializing in malignant blood disorders and stem cell transplantation. She heads the hematology department at the National Research Center for Hematology and has performed over 500 stem cell transpl...
Dr. Simakova has developed innovative protocols for haploidentical stem cell transplantation that have expanded donor options for patients without matched siblings. Her research focuses on graft-versus-host disease prevention and treatment.
Dr. Pavel Brand
PulmonologistDr. Pavel Brand is a renowned pulmonologist specializing in interstitial lung diseases and severe asthma. He heads the pulmonology department at the Research Institute of Pulmonology and has made significant contributions to the understanding of p...
Dr. Brand has developed comprehensive diagnostic algorithms for interstitial lung diseases that have improved early detection and treatment. His research focuses on biomarkers of disease progression and treatment response.
Dr. Olga Bogdanova
RheumatologistDr. Olga Bogdanova is a leading rheumatologist specializing in systemic autoimmune diseases and vasculitis. She heads the rheumatology department at the V.A. Nasonova Research Institute of Rheumatology and has made significant contributions to the...
Dr. Bogdanova has developed innovative treatment protocols for severe systemic lupus erythematosus that have improved survival rates and reduced organ damage. Her research focuses on the role of complement system in autoimmune diseases.
Dr. Mikhail Davydov
Surgical OncologistDr. Mikhail Davydov is a legendary surgical oncologist who has performed over 20,000 cancer surgeries throughout his career. He served as the chief oncologist of Russia and headed the Blokhin Cancer Research Center for many years.
Dr. Davydov has developed innovative surgical techniques for gastrointestinal cancers that have become standard procedures worldwide. His contributions to gastric cancer surgery have significantly improved survival rates.
Dr. Elena Kovalenko
CardiologistDr. Elena Kovalenko is a prominent cardiologist specializing in heart failure and cardiac imaging. She heads the heart failure department at the Russian Cardiology Research and Production Complex and has made significant contributions to the manag...
Dr. Kovalenko has developed comprehensive programs for the management of heart failure that have reduced hospitalizations and improved quality of life. Her research focuses on myocardial energetics and cardiac remodeling.
Dr. Sergey Petrov
Thoracic SurgeonDr. Sergey Petrov is a leading thoracic surgeon specializing in lung cancer and esophageal surgery. He heads the thoracic surgery department at the Herzen Moscow Oncology Research Institute and has performed over 4,000 major thoracic procedures.
Dr. Petrov has developed minimally invasive approaches to lung cancer surgery that have reduced postoperative pain and accelerated recovery. His research focuses on intraoperative lymph node mapping and sentinel node biopsy in lung cancer.
Dr. Natalia Chichasova
RheumatologistDr. Natalia Chichasova is a distinguished rheumatologist specializing in rheumatoid arthritis and spondyloarthritis. She serves as the chief rheumatologist of Moscow and heads the rheumatology department at First Moscow State Medical University.
Dr. Chichasova has developed treatment protocols for early rheumatoid arthritis that have prevented joint damage and disability in thousands of patients. Her research focuses on predictors of treatment response and disease progression.
Dr. Alexander Karabanov
Endovascular SurgeonDr. Alexander Karabanov is a pioneering endovascular surgeon specializing in peripheral arterial disease and aortic pathologies. He heads the endovascular surgery department at the A.V. Vishnevsky National Medical Research Center of Surgery.
Dr. Karabanov has developed innovative techniques for complex endovascular aortic repair that have reduced complications and recovery time. His research focuses on stent graft design and endothelialization processes.
Dr. Irina Zborovskaya
OncologistDr. Irina Zborovskaya is a renowned oncologist specializing in lung cancer and thoracic malignancies. She heads the department of clinical pharmacology and chemotherapy at the Blokhin Cancer Research Center and has made significant contributions t...
Dr. Zborovskaya has developed comprehensive biomarker testing protocols for lung cancer that have enabled personalized treatment approaches. Her research focuses on resistance mechanisms to targeted therapies and immunotherapy.
Dr. Oleg Apolikhin
UrologistDr. Oleg Apolikhin is a leading urologist specializing in andrology and reproductive medicine. He serves as the director of the Institute of Urology and Reproductive Health at Sechenov University and has made significant contributions to men's hea...
Dr. Apolikhin has developed comprehensive approaches to the management of male infertility that have helped thousands of couples conceive. His research focuses on the molecular basis of spermatogenesis and erectile function.