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Lviv's War Wounded: Hope Amidst Challenges

The impact of the war in Ukraine on Lviv, focusing on the challenges and triumphs of two hospitals providing care for war-wounded soldiers, especially in the area of prosthetics and rehabilitation.

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HealthUkraineWarRehabilitationHospitalProsthetics

Superhumans ClinicUnbroken CenterOttobockFirst Lviv Territorial Medical Union St. PantaleonRed Cross

Irina KulinichAndrij IschtschykOxana LekhniakMykola PetrenkoElena Selenska

How is the city of Lviv affected by the war in Ukraine?: Lviv, Ukraine, is coping with the impact of the war, with fewer tourists and almost every family affected by the conflict, either through loss, injury, or worry for loved ones.
What are the challenges related to prosthetics in Lviv, and what international support is provided?: The provision of prosthetics in Lviv is a major challenge, with a huge need exceeding the capacity of local facilities. Ottobock, a German prosthetics manufacturer, is assisting by providing training and equipment.
What are the main hospitals in Lviv that treat war-wounded soldiers, and what services do they provide?: Two main hospitals in Lviv, Superhumans and Unbroken, treat war-wounded soldiers. Superhumans focuses on prosthetic care, facing a large backlog of patients, while Unbroken provides comprehensive support including psychological help and job placement.
How does the situation of war-wounded soldiers impact the issue of disability and accessibility in Ukraine?: While facing significant challenges with accessibility for the disabled, the growing number of war-wounded is pushing for change in infrastructure and attitudes towards accessibility in Ukraine.
Describe the experience of Mykola Petrenko in a Lviv hospital. What is his opinion of the treatment and the staff?: Mykola Petrenko, a Ukrainian businessman, received excellent care at Unbroken after a leg amputation. He gives the clinic a perfect 10 rating for its care, treatment, and staff but plans to return to his business after rehabilitation.

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