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The Military Medical Commission (MMC) in Ukraine has been at the center of significant reforms and controversies in recent years. The government, recognizing issues within the system, is working to make systemic changes to improve the quality of mobilization and the examination process. This includes reforms to prevent abuses in the issuance of deferments and to enhance the transparency of MMC evaluations. Numerous cases have surfaced involving bribery and falsification within MMVs, prompting investigations and actions by the State Bureau of Investigation and the National Police. Notable cases include high-profile arrests of MMC heads in regions like Zakarpattia and Dnipropetrovsk for accepting huge bribes and issuing fake medical certificates. In parallel, the Ukrainian Ministry of Defense is actively working to digitize and streamline referral processes through digital platforms like "Reserve+" to ensure fairness and accessibility within the MMC process.
What reforms are being implemented in the Military Medical Commission?
The Ministry of Defense is implementing several reforms in the Military Medical Commission, aiming to enhance fairness and transparency. These include digitalization efforts such as introducing electronic referrals via the "Reserve+" application. The reform also focuses on rectifying past errors in military medical evaluations and preventing misuse of deferments through more stringent checks and balances within the system.
How is Ukraine addressing corruption in the Military Medical Commission?
To combat corruption in the Military Medical Commission, Ukrainian authorities have launched multiple investigations targeting bribery and document forgery within MMCs. State Bureau of Investigation and National Police have made high-profile arrests and conducted searches, particularly focused on detaining individuals involved in issuing fraudulent certificates and engaging in bribery schemes.
What are the challenges facing the Military Medical Commission in Ukraine?
The Military Medical Commission in Ukraine faces several challenges, including instances of corruption, inefficient processing, and the misuse of medical deferments. There have been reports of bribery and falsification of fitness certificates, leading to mobilization evasion. These issues have compelled reforms aimed at boosting integrity and efficiency within the MMCs.
What is the significance of the electronic referral system for the MMC?
The electronic referral system, introduced through the "Reserve+" platform, is a key step in reforming the Military Medical Commission process in Ukraine. It aims to simplify the referral process, increase efficiency, and ensure all eligible individuals have equal access to their required medical evaluations without the need for in-person visits to recruitment centers.
How are violations within the Military Medical Commission identified?
Violations within the Military Medical Commission are identified through investigations by law enforcement agencies like the State Bureau of Investigation and the National Police. Reports from individuals and audits by government bodies help uncover these violations, leading to the prosecution of involved officials and the refinement of the commission’s operating procedures.
What is the role of the Ombudsman in military medical matters?
The Ombudsman plays a crucial role in overseeing the fairness and legality of processes within the Military Medical Commission. For instance, the Ombudsman has called for investigations into improper mobilization of individuals unfit for service, such as those suffering from past medical conditions, ensuring accountability and rectifying systemic abuses.
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New list of diseases to be used to assess fitness for military service. DOCUMENT The Ministry of Defence has approved amendments to the Regulation on Military Medical Expertise in the Armed Forces of Ukraine. 85 170 94
Zaluzhnyi was declared unfit for army service after passing MMC - mass media The former Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, General Valeriy Zaluzhnyi, was declared unfit for military service after passing the military medical examination, so in February he wrote a letter of resignation from the military service 65 852 580
Men fit for military service will be divided into 4 categories based on their health - Ministry of Defence. LIST After the cancellation of the status of "limited fitness", men will be divided into four categories. The criteria for illnesses, conditions and physical disabilities that determine the degree of fitness of a person liable for military service will also be updated. 40 896 127
"Limitedly fit" individuals who fail to undergo MMC by February 5 will be fined. Fines range from UAH 17,000 to 25,500 - Cherkasy TCR and SS Persons liable for military service who previously had the status of "limited fitness" must undergo a military medical examination (MMC) by February 5 this year. 37 651 132
"Servant of People" Kravets left Ukraine due to fears of a scandal over false conclusion of MMC - media Roman Kravets, the "Servant of the People", who is also known as the owner of the "Joker" Telegram channel, left Ukraine on 26 October 2024 and has been in Europe since then. Kravets left the country after a correspondence with a Hromadske journalist, who soon published an extensive... 33 191 89
Ministry of Defence has explained in detail how fitness of persons liable for military service will be determined: Depending on degree of impairment From now on, in order to determine the fitness or unfitness for service, the medical examination board will take into account not only diseases but also disorders of the body caused by these diseases. 29 521 168
General Sodol resigned from AFU through MMC, - "servant of people" Bezuhla "Servant of the People" MP Mariana Bezuhla said that the former commander of the Joint Forces of the AFU, General Yurii Sodol, resigned through the MMC. 29 347 154
What does cancellation of "limited fit" status entail: Explanation of the Ministry of Defense Citizens who are declared "partially fit" must undergo a second MMC by 4 February 2025. 26 770 107 Previously in trend: War
In Ukraine, five new statuses may be introduced instead of "limited suitability" - mass media Instead of "limited fitness", Ukraine may introduce a new status for military personnel and persons liable for military service. For many people who are subject to mobilization but have serious illnesses, this new status may be a relief. However, it remains to be seen whether it will be specified in the new order on the MMC. 26 494 60
Decisions on unfitness for military service, which adopted after start of war, will be checked, - Zelensky. VIDEO President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s address to the citizens of Ukraine at the end of the 553rd day of the war with Russia. 22 729 183 Previously in trend: War
Chief psychiatrist of Armed Forces of Ukraine, Druz, who became rich by more than $1 million and bought real estate and luxury cars during invasion, is detained - SSU. PHOTOS The Security Service of Ukraine, with the assistance of the Minister of Defence and the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, detained the chief psychiatrist of the Armed Forces, who is the Deputy Head of the Central MMC and decides on the fitness of military personnel for service. This is... 21 698 114
Availability for military service is determined by Medical Military Commission, not by disability group - Zaluzhnyi. VIDEO The Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, Valerii Zaluzhnyi, said that the degree of disability is not currently relevant to the issue of mobilization. A military medical commission will decide the availability. 19 637 150 Previously in trend: War
Less than 10% of previously partially fit persons, who have already passed re-examination, are found unfit for service - General Staff After the re-examination, less than 10% of the previously partially fit are determined to be unfit. 18 941 55
Validity period of conclusion decision of MMC on fitness for military service reduced to one year - Cabinet of Ministers decree If reservists and persons liable for military service undergo a medical examination during mobilization and martial law, the certificate of fitness for military service is valid for one year. 18 571 54
Person cannot undergo MMC on his or her own. Referral to medical commission for "limitedly fit" should be issued by TCR - Ministry of Defense Referrals for a second military medical examination for "limitedly fit" persons must be issued by the military commissariat. 18 234 100 Previously in trend: War
Medical examinations on fitness for military service should last no longer than four days - Ministry of Health The Ministry of Health and the National Health Service have updated the specifications and conditions for the purchase of medical services under the "Medical examination organized by the MRC (Military Recruitment Centre)" package. 18 112 245
MoD plans to shorten list of diseases that determine unfitness for service – Reshetylova Ukraine’s Ministry of Defense has prepared changes to the criteria that determine citizens’ fitness for service in the Armed Forces of Ukraine. 17 717 104 Previously in trend: partially fit individuals
General Staff on innovations in mobilization mechanism: "Volunteer will not enter TCR at all" The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine spoke about innovations in the mobilisation mechanism that allow military unit commanders to call up persons liable for military service and reservists for military service during mobilisation without the participation of the TCR and SS. 16 523 24
In Lviv region, TCR military officer was attacked and wounded while escorting conscripts to MMC On Monday, February 17, in the city of Zhovkva, Lviv region, unidentified persons attacked a military officer of the TCR when he was accompanying two mobilized citizens to undergo a military medical commission (MMC). 15 783 239
99% of those previously deemed "limited fit" are now found fit for service after repeated MMC – "Servant of People" Venislavskyi As of today, more than half of those previously classified as "limited fit" have undergone a repeat military medical commission (MMC). 15 705 142 Previously in trend: Applying for MMC partially fit individuals
Inspection of MMC in Kyiv is completed - Ministry of Health The Ministry of Health checked the work of 10 freelance military medical commissions at territorial recruitment and social support centres in Kyiv. 12 506 33
No need to pass military medical commission when updating data - Ministry of Defence The Ministry of Defence has published an official notice regarding incorrect interpretations of the law on updating military registration data and the fines provided for by law. 12 143 112
"Rezerv+" will implement function of electronic referral to MMC "limitedly suitable" - Ministry of Defense The Ministry of Defence of Ukraine plans to introduce the possibility of receiving an electronic referral for a military medical examination for those who have the status of "limited fitness". 12 139 36
TCR will not impose fines on persons liable for military service who fail to undergo MMC by February 5 - Vereshchuk Citizens liable for military service who fail to undergo a Military Medical Commision (MMC) by 5 February 2025 will not be fined or put on the wanted list. 11 536 74
"Limitedly fit" individuals have to undergo MMC by February 5 and comply with the provision of law. There is no conflict, - "Servant of people" Venislavskyi Citizens liable for military service who have previously received the status of "limitedly fit" must re-undergo a military medical examination (MMC) by February 5 to comply with the law. Otherwise, they will have to pay a fine of 17 thousand hryvnias. 11 035 109
SSU found $300,000 on head of Military Medical Commission in Dnipropetrovsk region: she issued fake medical certificates. VIDEO&PHOTOS. VIDEO&PHOTOS In the Dnipropetrovsk region, during a search of the head of the MMC at the local TCR, $300,000 was discovered. 11 029 83 Previously in trend: Corruption and mobilisation
Cabinet of Ministers amends procedure for conscription during mobilization The Cabinet of Ministers has introduced amendments to the Procedure for Conscription of Citizens for Military Service during Mobilization in a Special Period. 10 686 13 Previously in trend: Mobilization deferral Procedure for conscription during mobilization
76 charges against TCR heads and thousands of medical examinations cancelled – Tsutskiridze spoke about fight against evasion of mobilisation The National Police are stepping up their investigations to combat abuses within the TCR system, as well as in the process of issuing deferrals and the MMC’s findings. To date, 76 heads of TCR at various levels have been placed under suspicion; the legitimacy of deferrals granted to nearly 2,500... 10 621 74 Previously in trend: Corruption in TCR
Relatives of three prosecutors and former member of Vinnytsia MMC own elite apartments "Glacier" in Bukovel, - media. VIDEO+PHOTO Among the investors in the luxury apartment complex "Glacier Premium Apartments" in Bukovel, which officially opened on the first day of 2026, there are many officials of various levels. In particular, relatives of three prosecutors, as well as close associates of a number of officials. 10 500 54 Previously in trend: Owners of Bukovel apartment complex
Ministry of Defense has developed model of digital MMC: medical certificate can be obtained in any hospital. VIDEO The model for the digital reform of the MMC has already been developed. Draft amendments to the regulations are currently being developed. 10 460 41
Ministry of Defence is working with Ministry of Health to introduce electronic referrals to MMC through "Reserve+" The Ministry of Defence of Ukraine and the Ministry of Health are developing a mechanism for introducing electronic referrals to the military medical commission through the "Reserve+" application. 10 324 31
Electronic referrals for MMC are being introduced in Ukraine, - Shmyhal Continuing the systemic digitalisation of the state, today, on 28 January 2025, the Cabinet of Ministers gave the "green light" to electronic referrals to the MMC for persons liable for military service. 10 237 42
Defense Ministry outlines mobilization reform: steps being prepared to change selection, military medical commissions and training The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine is working on a systemic solution that should correct mistakes made during military medical commissions and improve the quality of the mobilization pool. 9 658 49 Previously in trend: Mobilisation in Ukraine Reforms in the army
Media have analyzed market for evading mobilization: how do these schemes work, and how much do they cost? Oleh Kolomiets, a military servicemember at the Bucha District Territorial Recruitment and Social Support Center, declared gold bars worth 7.7 million hryvnias, as well as $43,500 and euros in cash, for the past year. Meanwhile, his official annual income was 366,000 hryvnias. 9 571 71 Previously in trend: Corruption and mobilisation
You no longer need to apply to TCR, you can undergo medical examination in convenient place – Umierov on reform of MMC The Ministry of Defense of Ukraine, together with the Ministry of Health, has launched a reform of military medical commissions (MMCs), which allows people to undergo a medical examination in any civilian healthcare facility of their choice. 9 488 40
Member of Cherkasy municipal MMC detained on bribe of USD 7.7 thousand for "registration" of unfitness for military service. PHOTO Law enforcers detained a Military Medical Commission (MMC) member of the Cherkasy Joint Municipal Territorial Center for Recruitment and Social Support (TCR and SS) for taking a bribe. 8 348 30 Previously in trend: Grafters
SBI detains MMC head Pauk on bribery charges in Zakarpattia - nearly $500,000 found – media Law enforcement officers have arrested Volodymyr Pauk, a dermatologist and head of the military medical commission (MMC) at Berehove Hospital in Zakarpattia, on bribery charges. 8 099 50 Previously in trend: Grafters
All partially fit individuals must undergo repeat MMC by June 5 – Ministry of Defense By June 5, 2025, persons who have the status of limited fitness must re-pass a military medical commission (MMC). 7 992 87 Previously in trend: partially fit individuals
Cabinet of Ministers has banned referral of persons with disabilities to MMC The Cabinet of Ministers has imposed a ban on referring persons with disabilities to the Military Medical Commission (MMC) for medical examinations. 7 582 17
Ombudsman’s office monitored 100% of VLK, Lubinets Since the beginning of 2023, 1,093 appeals have already been received about violations of rights related to the work of military medical commissions. We have conducted 833 on-site and off-site (documentary) monitoring visits. 7 482 25
MoD plans to add electronic referrals to MMC in "Reserve+" In the near future, it is planned to add the function of electronic referrals to the MMC in the Reserve+ app. 7 167 45
Rada supports draft law on criminal liability of TCR and MMC employees for violations during mobilisation The Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine has adopted draft law No. 12442 in the first reading, which provides for criminal liability for violations of the legislation on defence, mobilisation preparation and mobilisation committed by heads of territorial recruitment centres (TCR) and members of military... 7 141 124 Previously in trend: violations during mobilisation
Date of arrival for medical examination in "Reserve+" has been added to referrals for MMC - Ministry of Defence Electronic referrals to the MMC in the "Reserve+" app now contain the date of arrival for a medical examination. 7 069 12 Previously in trend: New options in Reserve+
Period for undergoing MMC for persons with limited fitness may be extended for another four months - Vereshchuk In the near future, the Defense Committee of the Verkhovna Rada will register a bill with amendments to the MMC (Military Medical Commission) for persons with limited fitness. 7 003 55
Documents from the MMC (Military Medical Commission) no longer need to be personally transported to the unit, - Ministry of Defense Wounded soldiers no longer need to take documents to the military unit after the decision of the MMC on vacation or unsuitability. The health institution can send them through the electronic document management system. 6 536 37
In Kyiv, MMCs did not keep electronic queue and worked until 02:00 p.m. This is violation of rules - Liashko According to the Ministry of Health, military medical commissions in the capital delayed the timing of the commission, worked part-time and did not maintain electronic queues. 6 313 27
Head of MMC of the Podil district of Kyiv was informed of suspicion of forging certificates for departure of conscripts abroad, - Prosecutor General’s Office. PHOTOS The head of the Podil TSRCC is suspected of facilitating the smuggling of men of military age across the state border of Ukraine. Forgery of documents cost from USD 3 to 4 thousand. 6 185 11 Previously in trend: Grafters
MMC doctor in Dnipropetrovsk region demanded UAH 20 thousand bribe for changing fitness for service category - prosecutor’s office. PHOTO In Dnipro region, a doctor of the military medical examination board was detained for demanding a bribe from a serviceman for changing the fitness for service category. 6 049 12 Previously in trend: Grafters
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