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Bookimed Expert Insight: Choosing high-volume centers in Kyiv offers exceptional value for complex cardiac cases. Dobrobut Medical Network performs over 11,000 operations annually and holds ISO certification for quality. Their team, including specialists like Volodymyr Demyanenko, utilizes international training to maintain high standards. With 2,500 doctors across 18 departments, these large networks provide integrated care that matches Western European clinical protocols.

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