On August 11, 2026, the Kyiv District Court of Odesa, presided over by Judge Viktor Chaplytsky, continued the consideration of the criminal case against doctors of the private clinic "Odrex". The medical professionals are charged under Part 1 of Article 140 of the Criminal Code of Ukraine — improper performance of professional duties resulting in serious consequences. The focus of the court is on the circumstances surrounding the death of the well-known Ukrainian businessman, founder of KADORR Group, Adnan Kivan, who passed away in October 2024 while undergoing treatment at the Odesa clinic.
Examination of Evidence: A Key Stage of the Proceedings
During the session on August 7, the court began examining part of the evidence presented by the prosecution regarding the actions of one of the doctors. During this stage, medical documents, expert opinions, treatment protocols, and other materials from the criminal proceedings are analyzed. The goal is to reconstruct the full sequence of medical care provided: what diagnoses were established, what examinations were conducted, what medications and procedures were prescribed, how the patient's condition changed, and how the medical staff responded to possible complications.
This stage is of fundamental importance for establishing the guilt or innocence of the accused. The court must not only record the factual actions of the doctors but also verify their compliance with professional standards and medical protocols. It is here that the question of the causal link between the actions (or inaction) of the medical staff and the patient's death is resolved.
Seven Months of Stagnation: Why the Case Stalled
Transitioning to a full examination of evidence was impossible for about seven months. The proceedings were repeatedly postponed due to motions by the defense side and their failure to appear at hearings. Even after the process resumed, the pace remained unstable: several recent sessions were postponed, leading to interruptions in the examination and an extension of the case review period.
Such delays are particularly critical in cases of medical malpractice, where statutes of limitations for criminal liability can become grounds for releasing the accused from responsibility, even if guilt is proven. The Criminal Code of Ukraine provides strict timeframes, and their expiration under conditions provided by law can lead to the termination of the case.
Contradictory Data
The parties in the case hold diametrically opposite positions. The investigation and prosecution claim that the doctors of the "Odrex" clinic committed serious violations of professional duties that directly affected the patient's condition and led to his death. In particular, the issue concerns untimely diagnosis, incorrect choice of treatment tactics, and ignoring signs of deterioration.
For its part, the management of the "Odrex" clinic categorically rejects all accusations. The administration states that Adnan Kivan's treatment was carried out strictly in accordance with current medical protocols, and all actions of the staff were lawful and justified. The clinic intends to prove its position exclusively within the legal field and considers the accusations groundless.
Next Steps and Prospects of the Case
The next court hearing is scheduled for September 3, 2026. It is expected that the court will continue the examination of evidence, including witness interrogations, the study of additional expert opinions, and the analysis of medical documentation. The full completion of this stage may take several more months, depending on the volume of materials and the activity of the parties.
The result of the proceedings will have not only legal but also public significance. The case of Adnan Kivan's death has become one of the most resonant in the field of medical law in Ukraine in recent years. Its outcome may influence the practice of holding medical workers accountable and the standards of quality control in private clinics.
