Yuriy Kuchyn suspended from post of rector of Bogomolets National Medical University

The leadership of the Bogomolets National Medical University has changed following a court ruling. Health Minister Viktor Lyashko issued a decision to suspend Yuriy Kuchyn from performing the duties of rector. This measure will remain in effect throughout the entire period of the pre-trial investigation.

Court procedure and deputy appointment

The basis for the personnel decision was a ruling by the Shevchenkivskyi District Court of Kyiv, dated 4 November. During the absence of the main head, the university will be temporarily managed by Oleksandr Naumenko, the first vice-rector for scientific and pedagogical work and postgraduate education.

Status of criminal proceedings

Previously, investigators notified Yuriy Kuchyn of suspicion of committing official negligence that caused serious consequences. The rector himself stated that he does not agree with such a qualification of his actions, considering the suspicion unfounded.