Ruta Mameniskiene

Dr. Ruta Mameniskiene is a neurologist and the President of the Lithuanian Society of Epileptologists. She serves as the national coordinator for epilepsy treatment in Lithuania. Dr. Mameniskiene diagnoses epilepsy cases and provides anti-epileptic medical therapy.

Specialization and Focus

The specialist treats epilepsy and West syndrome — a severe form of epilepsy in infants involving spasms and developmental delays. She treats cognitive impairment related to epileptic disorders. Her diagnostic approach includes EEG (Electroencephalography) and brain MRI with contrast. Dr. Mameniskiene develops anti-epileptic therapy plans for her patients.

Educational Background

• 1992 – Degree in general medicine, The Lithuanian University of Health Sciences, Kaunas.
• 1997 – Specialty in neurology, The Faculty of Medicine of Vilnius University.
• 2001 – Internship, Loyola University Chicago Health Sciences Division, USA.
• 2003 – Doctoral degree in neurology, The Faculty of Medicine of Vilnius University.

Work Experience

• Since 2015 – Neurologist, Medical Diagnostic and Treatment Center.
• 1997–2015 – Neurologist, Vilnius University Hospital Santariškiu Klinikos.

Professional Training and Research

Dr. Mameniskiene has a Hirsch index of 5, reflecting her contribution to neurological research. She completed numerous clinical workshops and training courses. These programs took place in the USA, Germany, the Netherlands, Austria, and Denmark. Additionally, she attended specialized medical training in Norway, Estonia, and Israel.

Professional Memberships

• The Society of Epileptologists of Lithuania – President.
• The European Academy of Neurology.
• The Lithuanian Stroke Association.
• The Lithuanian Neuroscience Association.