Vira Tselik

medical professional

Vira Tselik is a senior midwife at the Chernihiv maternity hospital, where she has worked for 35 years. She played a crucial role during the onset of the full-scale invasion in Ukraine, staying at the hospital to ensure that expectant mothers received the care and support they needed in a bomb shelter. Vira organized the transfer of patients to safety and provided emotional and medical assistance during a time of chaos and uncertainty. After the invasion, she documented her experiences in a book based on her diary, highlighting her resilience and dedication to her patients amidst the turmoil.