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Education

1989 - 1995 y. Vilnius University, Faculty of Medicine, Therapeutic medicine speciality
1995 - 1996 y. Medical Doctor (primary residency) at Vilnius University Red Cross hospital
1996 - 2000 y. Surgery (secondary residency)
2000 - 2002 y. Vascular surgery (tertiary residency) at  Vilnius city University Hospital, Vascular Surgery Clinic
2002 - 2006 y. Vilnius University Clinic of Cardiac and Vascular Diseases  PhD student
2006 y. Defended doctor‘s of medical sciences thesis "Importance of non-invasive researches, setting indications for thigh and popliteus arteries‘ reconstructive surgeries"

Professional experience

1996 - 1997 y. Vilnius Ambulance University Hospital, Vascular Surgery Clinic, doctor assistant
1999 - 2002 y. Vilnius University Antakalnis Hospital, Vascular Surgery Department, vascular surgeon assistant
2002 - 2004 y. Vilniaus University Antakalnis Hospital, Vascular Surgery Department, vascular surgeon
2007 - 2010 y. Vilnius Šeškinė Clinic, vascular surgeon
2007 - 2014 y. Anykščiai Hospital, vascular surgeon
Since 2001 y. Vilnius region Central Clinic, vascular surgeon
Since 2005 y. Vilnius University Hospital  Santariškės Clinicc, vascular surgeon
Since 2009 y. "Bružienė Clinic" in Panevėžys, vascular surgeon
Since 2010 y. "The Old Tower Clinic" in Šiauliai, vascular surgeon
Since 2007 y. "Kardiolita Hospital", vascular surgeon

Membership

Member of the Lithuanian Society for Vascular Surgeons
Member of the Lithuanian Society of Phlebologists
Member of the Lithuanian Association for Ultrasound Diagnostics
Member of the European Society of Cardiovascular and Endovascular Surgery (ESCVS)

Scientific activity

Co-author of many scientific publications

Professional improvement

Internships in France, England, Italy

Dr. Laura Masalaite is a gastroenterologist and endoscopist at VUL Santaros Clinics and Kardiolita Clinics. She became Acting Head of the Organ Transplantation Coordination Centre in 2024. From 2007 to 2024, she served as Senior Specialist. She has been an Associate Professor at Vilnius University since 2024.

She completed a PhD in Medicine in 2014 (2010–2014). She finished a gastroenterology residency in 2010 (2006–2010). She is a licensed gastroenterologist (MPL15909; 2010-06-30). Her advanced training includes liver transplantation in Vienna (2023–2024) and Warsaw (2010). She also trained in endoscopy and ultrasound in Wuppertal and completed UEG courses. She obtained GCP certification in 2023.

She has published in Cancers, Scandinavian Journal of Gastroenterology, and Hepatology International. Her work covers national 5-year colorectal screening and EUS for predicting variceal recurrence. She has also studied adenoma detection rate, Zenker diverticulotomy, portal vein flow in pancreatitis, diastolic dysfunction in cirrhosis, and early outcomes after liver transplantation.

The doctor is a highly skilled ophthalmologist with extensive experience in the diagnosis and treatment of eye disorders. Specializing in cataract surgery and refractive surgery, the doctor has performed over 5,000 successful procedures. The doctor is board-certified and has been recognized for contributions to advancements in laser eye surgery techniques. Additionally, the doctor is actively involved in clinical research, focusing on innovative treatments for glaucoma and age-related macular degeneration.

Dr. Gabrielė Latakaitė-Čiuladė is a board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon. She has over ten years of experience. Her main areas of expertise are breast reconstruction, body contouring, eyelid and facial procedures, and corrective surgeries after weight loss. Dr. Latakaitė-Čiuladė completed her residency in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at Vilnius University in 2018. She also holds an MD from Vilnius University.

She works at several leading clinics in Vilnius, including Vitkus Clinic, Meliva Kardiolita Hospital, and Santaros Clinics. Dr. Latakaitė-Čiuladė is a member of the Baltic Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons. She has presented at many international conferences, focusing on complications in reconstructive surgery and breast reconstruction. She has also co-authored scientific publications on facial reanimation. Dr. Latakaitė-Čiuladė speaks Lithuanian and English.

The doctor is a highly skilled neurosurgeon with extensive experience in complex brain and spinal surgeries. Specializing in minimally invasive techniques, the doctor has successfully performed over 1,500 neurosurgical procedures. The doctor is board-certified and has completed advanced fellowships in neuro-oncology and cerebrovascular surgery. The doctor is recognized for pioneering research in neuroplasticity and has published over 50 peer-reviewed articles in leading medical journals. Additionally, the doctor is an active member of several prestigious neurosurgical societies and frequently presents at international conferences.

The doctor is recognized for expertise in oncology and general surgery, with a focus on abdominal oncology and laparoscopic procedures. Graduated from Vilnius University Hospital in 1984 and completed a residency in laparoscopic and abdominal surgery at Kaunas University Hospital.

Served as a senior surgeon at the general surgery division of Vilnius University Hospital. The doctor is also a member of various professional organizations, including the Surgeon's Society of Lithuania and the European Association for Hernia.

Authored 24 scientific articles, which have been cited 237 times, demonstrating significant contributions to the medical field.

Dr. Vilius Kontenis is a gastroenterologist and endoscopist. He trained at Vilnius University and earned his MD in 2014. He completed his gastroenterology residency in 2018. Since then, he has worked at Mažeikiai Hospital as a gastroenterologist and endoscopist. He also practices at Kardiolita Clinics in Vilnius as a gastroenterologist.

His work includes a systematic review and meta-analysis on inflammatory bowel disease. He has studied liver fibrosis, comparing FibroScan with routine tests. He has also published on dysphagia in older adults, pediatric diarrhea, and food allergy. He has presented on chylous ascites and catastrophic antiphospholipid syndrome. He edited issue No. 1 of Gastroenterologija. He attended the 35th GEEW in 2017. He is a member of the Lithuanian Gastroenterology Association and the World Gastroenterology Organisation.

Dr. Tomas Jucaitis is a gastroenterologist and endoscopist. He studied at Kaunas University of Medicine from 1991 to 1998 and graduated in 1998. He completed a primary residency at Ukmergė Hospital in 1999 (1998–1999). He then finished an internal medicine residency at Vilnius University (1999–2001). He later completed a gastroenterology residency (2001–2003). His training also includes internships in the Czech Republic, Germany, and the USA.

He was Coordinator at the National Organ Transplantation Bureau from 2001 to 2004. He worked as an endoscopist and ultrasound specialist at Vilnius Emergency University Hospital from 2003 to 2006. Since 2006, he has practiced as a gastroenterologist and endoscopist at Vilnius University Hospital “SK” Center Branch and at Vilnius “Kardiolita Clinics.” He also held prior roles at Švenčionys Hospital and “Northway” Medical Center.

The doctor is a highly experienced otorhinolaryngologist with over 15 years of clinical practice. Specializing in advanced surgical techniques for ear, nose, and throat disorders, the doctor has successfully performed over 1,000 complex procedures. The doctor is board-certified and has been recognized for contributions to minimally invasive surgery. The doctor has published numerous research papers in peer-reviewed journals and is actively involved in ongoing clinical trials. The doctor frequently presents at international conferences, sharing insights on innovative treatment methodologies.

Dr. Justinas Vaičiulis, MD, is an orthopaedic and trauma surgeon with over 10 years of clinical experience. He treats shoulder, elbow, and knee injuries. His surgical practice most often includes knee arthroscopies, anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstructions, and rotator cuff reconstructions.

Education: Vilnius University. Medicine (2002–2008). Orthopaedic Traumatology Residency (2009–2014). Accreditations and activities: ATLS (2013); EFORT Congress, Istanbul (2013); poster on acromioclavicular joint dislocations, 5th Baltic Congress (2013); AOTrauma Basic Principles (2014) and Advanced Principles (2016); AOTraumaLT seminar on lower extremity articular fractures (2015); musculoskeletal ultrasound training, Vilnius University (2015).

The doctor is a renowned plastic and reconstructive surgeon with over three decades of experience, known for performing numerous surgeries and pioneering new procedures. The doctor has made significant contributions to the medical community through scientific papers and presentations.

Graduating from Kaunas Medical Institute in 1984, the doctor has trained under esteemed professionals in Paris and the USA. The doctor is a member of several prestigious societies, including the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, where they served as National Secretary in 2016.

The doctor is a highly experienced neurologist with over 20 years of practice, specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of epilepsy, including cognitive impairment and anti-epileptic medical therapy. Currently serving as a neurologist at the Medical Diagnostic and Treatment Center since 2015, the doctor previously worked at Vilnius University Hospital Santariškės Klinikos from 1997 to 2015.

The doctor holds a degree in general medicine from The Lithuanian University of Health Sciences and a specialty in neurology from Vilnius University, where a doctoral degree in neurology was also obtained. An internship was completed at Loyola University Chicago Health Sciences Division.

The doctor is a leading expert in pulmonology and allergology, with a focus on clinical immunology and allergy treatment. With extensive experience in managing complex respiratory and allergic conditions, the doctor has contributed significantly to advancements in these fields. The doctor is recognized for their clinical expertise and dedication to improving patient outcomes through innovative treatment approaches.

The doctor is an esteemed obstetrics and gynecology specialist with extensive training from renowned European universities, including in France, Switzerland, and Germany. With over 60 scientific papers authored or co-authored, the doctor has made significant contributions to the field.

Having defended a Ph.D. thesis in medical sciences in 1982, the doctor served as Head of the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Vilnius University from 1990 to 1993 and as Deputy Director for Obstetrics and Gynecology at Vilnius Red Cross University Hospital from 1993 to 2004. Since 2004, the doctor has been the director of the Center for Female Physiology and Pathology at Vilnius University Hospital.

The doctor is proficient in performing all gynecological operations, including complex and minimally invasive procedures, and has trained numerous students in the field.

Specializes in cataract treatment, implanting intraocular lenses, and performing vision correction. Graduated from Vilnius National University and studied under the renowned eye microsurgeon, Professor Vytautas Jasinkas.

Has been practicing since 2005 and has volunteered with "Mercy Ships," restoring sight to residents in Africa and Northern India.

The doctor has extensive experience in the medical field, specializing in consultations for all abdominal disorders and performing a wide range of endoscopic procedures.

Graduating from the Medical Faculty of Vilnius University in 1986, the doctor has completed residencies in multiple countries, including Korea, the Netherlands, USA, Poland, Hungary, Denmark, and Germany.

Additionally, the doctor has contributed to the medical community by publishing numerous scientific articles.

The doctor is a highly experienced obstetrician-gynecologist, leading a renowned center in the field. With extensive expertise in women's health, the doctor specializes in advanced obstetric and gynecological procedures. The doctor is recognized for their contributions to improving maternal and fetal outcomes and has published numerous research articles in prestigious medical journals. The doctor is also actively involved in teaching and mentoring upcoming medical professionals, ensuring the highest standards of care and knowledge dissemination in the field.

The doctor is an experienced surgeon specializing in orthopaedic surgeries, including bunion and ankle surgeries, as well as joint arthroscopy. With a focus on both conservative and surgical treatments, the doctor employs globally recognized innovative methods. The doctor has extensive practical experience in diagnosing and treating a variety of conditions, performing a full range of orthopaedic surgeries, and ordering necessary tests and procedures. Additionally, the doctor holds numerous professional qualifications and memberships, ensuring comprehensive care with liability insurance coverage.

The doctor is a highly experienced pediatric cardiologist with over 20 years of clinical practice. Specializing in congenital heart defects and pediatric cardiac interventions, the doctor has successfully performed numerous complex procedures. The doctor is board-certified in pediatric cardiology and has contributed to several peer-reviewed journals on advancements in cardiac care for children. Additionally, the doctor has been involved in multiple international conferences as a keynote speaker, sharing expertise on innovative treatment approaches.