SCIENTIFIC DEBATE on topic “The use of artificial intelligence in medicine: FOR and AGAINST?” 

On February 1, 2024, members of TNMU Student Scientific Society (chairman – Tetiana Podilska, secretary – Marta-Viktoria Zaleshchuk) organized a scientific discussion on the topic “The use of artificial intelligence in medicine: for or against?” 

The concept of the discussion club remains unchanged and consists not only in identifying the arguments “for” or “against” or in determining the winning team, but in clarifying the positive and negative aspects of the outlined problem, so that each of the participants in the dialogue finds their own “golden mean”. 

This time, students of the first, second, third and fifth years took part in the intellectual duel, who decided on their personal position and formed two teams – “Synergy” (“for”) and “Discomfort Zone” (“against”). 

The captain of the “Synergy” team was Stanislav Bedrii, the participants were Nadia Luchyshyn, Dmytro Kopytchak, Daria Herasymchuk, Albina Pylypchuk, Andrii Khomyn, Yaryna Turchyn, Melania Serkhovets, Andrii Ilnytskyi. The “Discomfort Zone” team was headed by Marian Ditkun, and its active participants were Vasylyna Mushynska, Liubov Stelmashchuk, Nazar Burmai, Oksana Stanhret, Solomia Faka, Nadia Stratiuk, Yulia Kalchenia, Liubomyr Pidhrushnyi. 

The course of the discussion was closely monitored, thoroughly analyzed and objectively evaluated by the members of the jury: the Head of the Department of Medical Informatics, Professor Dmytro Vakulenko, Associate Professor of the Department of Medical Informatics Andrii Semenets, Associate Professor of the Department of Therapy and Family Medicine Iryna Borovyk, Associate Professors of the Department of Ukrainian Language Nadiia Oliynyk and Marta Rudenko. 

Moderators Sofia Berehuliak and Oleksandr Mihenko were not only the usual presenters of this certainly interesting event, but also managed to create a positive and friendly atmosphere of intellectual activity in the audience. 

The participants of both teams seriously and responsibly prepared for the discussion, studied a number of sources, systematized the facts quite skilfully in order to prove the correctness of their position. 

It was interesting to observe the process of collective work of both teams (searching for the right answers, the ability to listen to everyone, etc.), the formation of the leader’s personality, which was demonstrated by the captains. The topic of the discussion did not leave the audience, both teachers and students, indifferent. They took an active part in the discussion of issues. 

The “Discomfort Zone” team was recognized as the winner, but, we hope, this did not disappoint their opponents, but rather set them up for further intellectual competitions, because only in a creative discussion is the truth born. 

The organizers thank all participants and hope for active cooperation in the future. 

The information was provided by Ihor Havryshchak. 

Photo by Mykola Vasylechko.

Dear colleagues! Scientific Student`s Society of TNMU invites you to be free listener in the English-speaking scientific debate on the topic:

"PHYSICIAN-ASSISTED SUICIDE : for and against"

During the debate we will consider medical, ethical & legal aspects. 

Both students and teaching staff are invited!

 • When? February 6 at 5:30 pm

 • Where? Dean’s office building, 4th floor, aud. 3

Dear students! Scientific Student`s Society of TNMU invites you to participate in an English-speaking scientific debate on the topic:

"PHYSICIAN-ASSISTED SUICIDE : for and against"

Participation is possible in two forms:

- Participant of team (speaker)

- Free listener

Both Ukrainian and foreign students are invited to participate.

The debate will take place soon, so hurry to fill out the registration form: 

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeXS2jRMid-EgvrEjyLzPhgXamb06GYVb78L4PV23g0Dx1_aQ/viewform?usp=sf_link

The exact date will be announced soon.

On December 7, a scientific debate "Legalization of medical cannabis in Ukraine: for and against" was held. Students of various courses, both foreign and Ukrainian, took part in the event. Two teams, each with their own leader and presentations, presented their arguments for and against the legalization of medical cannabis. After the presentations, both groups had the opportunity to ask questions and respond to the opponents' counterarguments. The jury, which included Professor Mariya Marushchak (Dean of the Faculty of Foreign Students), Associate Professor Svitlana Danchak (Director of the Institute of Nursing) and Professor Oksana Shevchuk, evaluated the preparation and activity of the teams. They preferred participants who advocated the legalization of medical cannabis. The "For" team was recognized for the high level of preparation and substantiation of its claims, arguing that it could alleviate the suffering of millions of patients and advance scientific research. The members of the "Against" team also demonstrated their potential through persuasive arguments and the ability to defend their point of view. They focused on issues of ecology, correct dosage and other aspects of cannabis use. Thanks to the council of the Students` Scientific Society of TNMU and its head, Tetiana Podilska, for organizing the event in English format, which allowed Ukrainian and foreign students to unite, as well as for choosing an interesting topic that attracted a large number of participants. The discussion was a great opportunity to exchange opinions on a current topic, develop public speaking skills and learn to work in a team.

🔬Student's Scientific Society of Poltava State Medical University invites you to participate in the "International Medical Students Conference in Poltava (IMEDSCOP) 2024", which will is due to take place on March 28th, 2024!

🔹Abstract submission deadline - January 31st, 2024.

🔹The format is hybrid, with online and offline sections.

🔹Advisory letters regarding the format and rules of participation of IMEDSCOP 2024 are already in our Telegram channel and on our official website.