Professor A.V. Samoylova: "We work for people; we value each and everyone..."

Abstract

An interview with Professor Alla Vladimirovna Samoylova, Doctor of Medical Sciences, Head of the Federal Service for Surveillance in Healthcare. Alla Vladimirovna told us about the activities of the Federal Service for Surveillance in Healthcare regarding maternal and child health protection, plans for 2024, participation in the organisation of the National Project 'Healthcare' and other national and federal projects, the contribution of her organisation to the improvement of demographics in Russia, monitoring of measures to prevent abortions and violations in the circulation of medicines used for abortions. Mrs Samoylova emphasised that, in order to preserve and improve reproductive health in Russia, it is essential to have preventive examinations, screenings, preferably close to the place of residence, to develop and improve minimally invasive methods for reproductive disorder correction. During the interview, special attention was paid to the Perinatal Centre Development Program, introduction of the quality control system in obstetrical institutions and organisations using assisted reproductive technologies. The Head of the Federal Service for Surveillance in Healthcare appealed for the introduction of a quality management system in all inpatient obstetrical units.