Team
Founder of the Institute of Lipidology, Obesity and Cardiometabolic Diseases, a leading international scientist, specialist in the fields of cardiology, lipidology and neurocardiology.
Co-Chair of the Institute of Lipidology, Obesity and Cardiometabolic Diseases, Academician, Professor, and Leading Expert in Endocrinology and Cardiometabolic Disorders
Dr Valeriia Orlenko has over 30 years of experience in clinical endocrinology and research. Her work focuses on improving the management of diabetes, obesity and cardiometabolic diseases.
Dr Liubov K. Sokolova is a distinguished Ukrainian endocrinologist and diabetologist with extensive experience in research and clinical practice. She serves as Head of the Department of Diabetology at the V.P. Komissarenko Institute of Endocrinology and Metabolism of the National Academy of Medical Sciences of Ukraine.
Dr Olena Dobrovynska is an experienced endocrinologist and dietitian helping patients manage diabetes, weight, and metabolic health. She integrates science and clinical practice as part of the LOCD Institute team.
PhD in Medical Sciences, member of the European Society of Cardiology (ESC).
Expert in the treatment of arterial hypertension, cardiometabolic disorders, and endocrine pathology. Combines extensive clinical experience with scientific research aimed at optimizing the management of patients with combined cardiovascular and endocrine diseases.
Dr. Natalia Kushnarova is a Ukrainian endocrinologist and researcher specializing in age-related endocrinology, lipid metabolism, and type 2 diabetes management. She holds a PhD in Medicine and works as a Senior Research Fellow at the Department of Age Endocrinology and Clinical Pharmacology of the V.P. Komissarenko Institute of Endocrinology and Metabolism of the National Academy of Medical Sciences of Ukraine.
Co-founder of the institute. Expert in digital technologies, marketing and cybersecurity, developing ILOCMD’s digital platforms and communication strategy.
PhD in Medicine, Family Medicine Physician of the Highest Category, Functional Diagnostics Specialist
Founder of the medical center “SONOVITA” and the professional school “Ultrasound Vascular Examination: from Theory to Practice”, Vice President of the NGO “Association of Medical Education”.