Тарас

TARAS VYSHYNSKYI
HEALTH POLICY ADVISOR / MD
GOVERNANCE AND PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION EXPERT

BIOGRAPHY WORK

Healthcare reform expert with extensive experience in public health finance advisor
sector transformation, anti-corruption initiatives, and
Deloitte (USAID “Health reform support”)
institutional capacity-building in Ukraine. Former
June 2023 - March 2025
neurosurgeon with a strong analytical background and deep
understanding of Ukraine’s healthcare system and Strategic Financial Guidance: Providing strategic
governance structures. In recent years, I have served as a financial guidance and support to enhance the efficiency
health finance advisor, focusing on transparency and and effectiveness of health sector financing.
accountability in the health sector through donor-funded Policy Development: Contributing to the development of
initiatives, including risk mitigation, informal practices, and policies that promote effective and sustainable healthcare
anti-corruption safeguards. financing.
My expertise includes healthcare financing reform, Data Analysis: Utilizing data analysis to drive informed
particularly advising on the development of tools and decision-making and tailor policy recommendations.
methodologies to strengthen the financial management Capacity Building: Implementing capacity building
capacity of healthcare providers. I have contributed to the initiatives for stakeholders to strengthen financial
design of service packages under the Program of Medical management skills within the health sector.
Guarantees (PMG), working closely with the NHSU and Development of Financial Tools for HCF: Creating and
Ministry of Health, and supporting healthcare facilities in refining financial tools designed to improve the
adapting to new contracting and reporting requirements. management and sustainability of health care facilities.
I have led and contributed to research on informal payments Transparency and Anti-Corruption: Proposing
and governance risks in healthcare, producing evidence- recommendations to enhance transparency and bolster
based reports, facilitating stakeholder consultations, and anti-corruption measures in healthcare financing.
formulating policy recommendations. My work also includes Implementation of Humanitarian Programs:
delivering anti-corruption training to municipal officials and Coordinating and executing programs aimed at
healthcare managers. My experience combines national-level supporting communities in crisis-affected regions.
policy development with hands-on implementation at both Stakeholder Engagement: Strong experience working
central and local levels. with international organizations, national governments,
and local institutions to drive effective collaboration and
CONTACTS
achieve strategic objectives.
Grant Management and Donor Relations: Experience in
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[відкрити контакти](див. вище в блоці «контактна інформація») compliance, and maximizing impact through financial
planning.
EDUCATION
neurosurgeon
Ukrainian Catholic University
St. Nicolas children’s hospital
School of public management (master’s of public
October 2015 - June 2023
administration)

2020 - 2022 Bridging Management and Clinical Practice: Direct
Master’s Degree clinical experience, including hands-on neurosurgery,
Thesis: Paid Services as a Source of Additional fosters informed decision-making and builds stakeholder
Funding for Municipal Non-Profit Enterprises in the trust by seamlessly integrating medical expertise with
Healthcare Sector management principles.
Informed Decision-Making: The combination of clinical
insights and management acumen supports evidence-
Danylo Halytsky Lviv National Medical based decisions, ensuring that policies and strategies are
University both practical and impactful.
Leadership in High-Stakes Environments: Expertise
Faculty of Medicine
gained from operating in high-pressure neurosurgical
Doctor of Medicine
scenarios equips you with the skills necessary for crisis
2009 - 2015
management, strategic planning, and effective leadership.
lecturer PROFESSIONAL SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Danylo Halytsky Lviv National Medical University
Health Sector Management: Extensive knowledge of
September 2020 - June 2022
health sector policies, management practices, and health
economics.
Clinical lectures and practical training: Delivered
Financial Analysis and Planning: Proficient in financial
courses for medical students and residents, focusing on
modeling, budget planning, expenditure tracking, and cost-
evidence-based surgical techniques and critical clinical
benefit analysis.
skills.
Project Management: Experienced in managing large-
Curriculum development and adaptation: Designed
scale health projects, including planning, execution,
and updated neurosurgery educational programs in
monitoring, and evaluation.
accordance with modern clinical guidelines and best
Stakeholder Engagement: Skilled in engaging with
teaching practices.
government officials, healthcare providers, and
Supervision of clinical internships: Oversaw hands-on
international donors; strong negotiation and advocacy
surgical training, ensuring procedural competence and
skills.
readiness for independent clinical practice.
Data-Driven Decision Making: Strong analytical skills and
Assessment of training needs: Evaluated students' skill
proficiency in data analysis tools for driving decision-
gaps and tailored educational strategies to optimize
making and policy formulation.
clinical learning outcomes.
Effective Communication: Excellent ability to present
complex financial information clearly and concisely to
research experience: diverse stakeholders.
Practical Medical Experience: Hands-on experience in
Follow-up Informal Payments Study for Four Priority practical medicine, providing a unique perspective that
Services at the Level of Specialized Medical Care enhances the development of effective and sustainable
Lead manager/researcher - Deloitte (USAID Health HRS), health strategies.
KSE Institute (Kyiv, Ukraine), 2022-2023 Knowledge of Donor Requirements: Experience working
Patients' Out-of-Pocket Payments During Physical with international donors and ensuring projects align with
Rehabilitation after Certain War-Related Injuries their criteria.
Lead manager/researcher - Deloitte (USAID HRS), Humanitarian Aid Coordination: Familiarity with
KSE Institute (Kyiv, Ukraine), 2022-2023 humanitarian operations, principles of neutrality,
Patient’s Informal Payments on Oncology Treatment impartiality, and independence in delivering aid.
of Certain Cancer Types. Business Continuity Planning: Experience in ensuring
Lead manager/researcher - Deloitte (USAID HRS), operational resilience during crises, including financial
sustainability and risk mitigation.
KSE Institute (Kyiv, Ukraine), 2023-2024
Interagency Coordination: Strong ability to collaborate
Follow-up Informal Payments study at Primary
with international organizations (e.g., IFRC, ICRC, WHO),
Healthcare Level
government agencies, and NGOs.
Lead manager/researcher - Deloitte (USAID HRS),
Cost-Effective Program Implementation: Ensuring
KSE Institute (Kyiv, Ukraine), 2023-2024
operational efficiency while maintaining program
Develop a Financing Mechanism for an Integrated
effectiveness in resource-limited settings.
Primary Healthcare Package
Manager/researcher - Deloitte (USAID HRS), SOFT SKILLS
KSE Institute (Kyiv, Ukraine), 2023-2024
Communication skills
Teamwork
Leadership
Critical thinking
Time management
Adaptability
Emotional intelligence
Interpersonal skills
Accountability