Technologies of social and medical work to improve the social status of citizens and their health are used in various spheres of life. One of them is the work of the Russian Orthodox Church (ROC), which does a lot to preserve the health of the country›s population, to help the sick, the disabled, the elderly and other needy groups. The article attempts to analyze the forms and methods of medical and social work carried out at churches in the Republic of Buryatia. The efficiency of the performed work is analyzed, the groups of the population who seek help in Orthodox churches are considered. Conclusions are drawn that medical and social technologies of work which are used by the Russian Orthodox Church, promote decrease in diseases of a narcological profile and abortions among the population. Also, medical and social work carried out by the Church increases the social function of the ROC and reduces social tension in society.

Background: Information and technology knowledge is important for the medical and non-medical staff of hospitals, regardless of their position. Aim: To study needs for information and advanced training among medical professionals. Material and Method: Using a survey questionnaire, the need for information of medical professionals, as well as the ability to independently receive and process the information received, was studied. Data was collected anonymously and obtained informed consent. Results: A high need for up-to-date information among doctors was revealed; the willingness to work with information varied significantly depending on the age of the respondents. When assessing the possibility of satisfying the information, it was found that the available information support does not meet the modern requirements of medical workers in reference books and convenient mobile applications. The lack of commitment of doctors to the principles of evidence-based medicine, most often due to the difficulty in finding sources, was revealed. The possibilities of training doctors of different age groups are evaluated. Conclusion Organizational solutions are proposed to enhance the professional competencies of psychiatrists regarding the practical application of legislation.