A practicing surgeon since 1998. Over 25 years of professional experience combining surgical precision, aesthetic sensitivity, and an individual approach to every patient.

Dr. Valentin Zykov is a specialist in plastic, aesthetic, and reconstructive surgery. In his work, he is guided by the principles of natural aesthetics, harmonious proportions, and the highest quality results. He considers patient trust, safety, and attention to every detail to be the most important aspects of the profession.

„Perfectionism is not a character trait, but a professional standard.”

Professional Philosophy

The primary goal of his work is to enhance the patient’s individual beauty while maintaining a natural and harmonious appearance. Every operation requires utmost precision, years of experience, and a full understanding of the patient’s expectations. In his practice, Dr. Valentin Zykov combines modern surgical techniques, an eye for aesthetics, and attention to detail to achieve natural-looking and balanced results.

The doctor’s personal motto:
„If you want something done right, do it yourself.”

In his free time, Dr. Valentin Zykov actively participates in sports. He is a Master of Sports in tennis and is passionate about snowboarding and windsurfing. Sport, much like surgery, requires concentration, discipline, and a pursuit of perfection — principles that also guide his professional career.

Education

  • Bogomolets National Medical University, Kyiv
    Field of study: General Medicine
    Medical Degree (MD), 1993
  • Kyiv Medical Academy of Postgraduate Education
    Specialization: Neurosurgery
    Specialist Certificate, 1997
  • Bogomolets National Medical University
    Specialized course in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
    2012
  • Kyiv Medical Academy of Postgraduate Education
    Specialization: Surgery
    Specialist Certificate, 2016
  • Regular continuing professional development and re-certification in surgery and aesthetic medicine.

Courses and International Fellowships

  • Fellowship in Plastic Surgery Academy under the direction of Michele Pascali, M.D., Ph.D. — Rome, Italy, 2026
  • USAPS „Rhinoplasty. Shared Secrets. Facial Rejuvenation. An Individual Approach” — Odessa, Ukraine, 2017
  • Madrid Course in Breast Enhancement — Madrid, Spain, 2017
  • Modern Rhinoplasty: Effective Techniques and Innovations — St. Petersburg
  • Polytech Health & Aesthetics / Clinic Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Course — Bucharest, Romania, 2016
  • AMI State of the Art Medical Aesthetic Training Programme — Athens, Greece, 2016
  • Advanced Aesthetic Breast and Body Surgery — International Live Surgery & Injections Course, 2016
  • Polytech Excellence Academy — advanced techniques in breast augmentation and preoperative planning, Riga, Latvia, 2015
  • Advanced Aesthetic Rhinoplasty, Otoplasty and Facial Contouring — International Aesthetic Surgery Symposium, 2015
  • Masterclass „Lipofilling. Volumetric correction of large and small volumes”
  • Intensive course „Modern aesthetic surgery of the upper and lower eyelids and midface”
  • Natrelle Academy — Achieving Excellence in Breast Surgery, 2013
  • International Aesthetic Medicine Summit – Esthetic Education ORIGINAL 2013
  • Certified specialist in Silhouette Soft, Aptos, and Happy Lift thread lift techniques
  • Lecturer and trainer in lifting thread techniques and facial contouring
  • Certified specialist in injection methods: Dysport, NeuronoX, Teosyal, Juvederm, Stylage, Filorga, and other modern aesthetic medicine products
  • PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma) therapy in aesthetic medicine
  • Plastic surgery of the ear — from aesthetics to reconstruction