15 new medical specialties officially approved in Russia
Starting September 1, 15 new medical specialties have officially entered the Russian healthcare system. The Ministry of Health has expanded the list of professions to make medical care more precise and modern. These changes are aimed at developing highly specialized fields that are becoming increasingly in demand in modern science.
The updated list includes such important areas as medical psychology, medical speech therapy, and medical physics. Medical zoology and embryology have also been added to the list. These specialties will help doctors work more effectively with patients by using methods from related fields of science.
The introduction of these new positions will allow specialists with non-medical education working in clinics to obtain the official status of a medical professional. This means that such experts will be able to count on social guarantees, benefits, and professional support that are provided to doctors in Russia.
Experts note that this step is an important stage in the development of Russian medicine. Thanks to the official recognition of these professions, the quality of patient diagnosis and treatment is expected to improve. Now, the work of these specialists will be regulated by state standards, which will make medical services more transparent and of higher quality for citizens.