Dear Kian222,
Thank you for your question. Life in Kiev is normal and much like any other city in Europe. I have faced very little discrimination as a muslim man by heritage, perhaps the only real barrier would be language for you. However, patients here are always accompanied by a translator here and are always supported with a private driver.
Regarding your question about external methods, please be aware this is my personal opinion. I strongly feel that external methods (especially for femurs) are obsolete methods for limb lengthening. The risk of infection, trauma, slow recovery and extreme stress that the body has to endure is simple not necessary now since internal methods are now widely available at very competitive pricing.
Please feel free to email me personally if you would like to arrange a phonecall on orthopedicjamal@gmail.com if you would like to talk more in depth.
Best regards