Valvekliinik – personalized care in the centre of Tallinn
Personnel
GYNAECOLOGISTS
Resident of gynecology / on maternity leave
Languages: English, Estonian, Russian, Finnish
- 2018 University of Tartu, Faculty of Medicine
- 2018 Residency in Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Dr. Ann Savisaar worked as an assisting nurse in the Emergency Medicine Department of the North Estonian Regional Hospital in 2015 and as an Intensive Care Unit nurse in the Emergency Cardiology Department of the Heart Clinic of Tartu University Hospital. Dr. Ann Savisaar is a member of Estonian Junior Doctors’ Association and the Estonian Gyneacologists’ Society.
Resident of gynecology / on maternity leave
Languages: English, Estonian, Russian, Finnish
- 2018 University of Tartu, Faculty of Medicine
- 2018 Residency in Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Dr. Ann Savisaar worked as an assisting nurse in the Emergency Medicine Department of the North Estonian Regional Hospital in 2015 and as an Intensive Care Unit nurse in the Emergency Cardiology Department of the Heart Clinic of Tartu University Hospital. Dr. Ann Savisaar is a member of Estonian Junior Doctors’ Association and the Estonian Gyneacologists’ Society.
Gynaecologist | Consultant
Languages: English, Estonian, Russian, Finnish
- 2000 University of Tartu, Faculty of Medicine
- 2005 Residency in Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Dr. Ivi Saar graduated from the Faculty of Medicine in University of Tartu 2000 and the residency of Gynaecology and Obstetrics in 2005.
Since 2007 Dr. Ivi Saar has been mainly working in Finland as a Gynaecologist and Deputy Chief Doctor in the Obstetrics Department at the Päijät-Häme Central Hospital.
Dr. Ivi Saar consults patients on all matters of Gynaecology; her specific interests are related to pregnancy, including ultrasound and other tests and examinations.
Gynaecologist | Consultant
Languages: English, Estonian, Russian, Finnish
- 2000 University of Tartu, Faculty of Medicine
- 2005 Residency in Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Dr. Ivi Saar graduated from the Faculty of Medicine in University of Tartu 2000 and the residency of Gynaecology and Obstetrics in 2005.
Since 2007 Dr. Ivi Saar has been mainly working in Finland as a Gynaecologist and Deputy Chief Doctor in the Obstetrics Department at the Päijät-Häme Central Hospital.
Dr. Ivi Saar consults patients on all matters of Gynaecology; her specific interests are related to pregnancy, including ultrasound and other tests and examinations.
Gynaecologist
Languages: English, Estonian, Russian, Finnish
- Miina Härma Gymnasium, silver medal
- 2008 University of Tartu, Faculty of Medicine
- 2012 Residency in Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Dr. Liina Rajasalu has been working in the Women’s Clinic of East Tallinn Central hospital since 2012. During her specialty work, she has focused on health problems during pregnancy and performs all necessary fetal ultrasound examinations. She has a license for first trimester screenings since 2009.
Dr. Liina regularly performs with presentations in trainings and conferences for her specialty.
Dr. Liina Rajasalu is a member of the Estonian Gynaecologists` Society, Estonian Perinatal Society, and International Society of Ultrasound in Obstetrics and Gynecology.
Gynaecologist
Languages: English, Estonian, Russian, Finnish
- Miina Härma Gymnasium, silver medal
- 2008 University of Tartu, Faculty of Medicine
- 2012 Residency in Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Dr. Liina Rajasalu has been working in the Women’s Clinic of East Tallinn Central hospital since 2012. During her specialty work, she has focused on health problems during pregnancy and performs all necessary fetal ultrasound examinations. She has a license for first trimester screenings since 2009.
Dr. Liina regularly performs with presentations in trainings and conferences for her specialty.
Dr. Liina Rajasalu is a member of the Estonian Gynaecologists` Society, Estonian Perinatal Society, and International Society of Ultrasound in Obstetrics and Gynecology.
Gynaecologist
Languages: English, Estonian, Russian, Finnish, Swedish
- 1977 University of Tartu, Faculty of Medicine
Dr Reet Lindström has worked as a Gynaecologist at the First Women’s Clinic of Tallinn and as the manager of the Women’s Department in the Lasnamäe Clinic.
Dr. Reet has also been working at the SL Meedik Medical Care Centre since its foundation in 1993 and at Valvekliinik since 2017.
Gynaecologist
Languages: English, Estonian, Russian, Finnish, Swedish
- 1977 University of Tartu, Faculty of Medicine
Dr Reet Lindström has worked as a Gynaecologist at the First Women’s Clinic of Tallinn and as the manager of the Women’s Department in the Lasnamäe Clinic.
Dr. Reet has also been working at the SL Meedik Medical Care Centre since its foundation in 1993 and at Valvekliinik since 2017.
Gynaecologist
Languages: English, Estonian, Russian, Finnish
- 1975 University of Tartu, Faculty of Medicine
- 1976 Internship completed in Pelgulinna Maternity hospital, specializing as a Gynaecologist
Dr. Svetlana Kobin has worked in the First Tallinn Maternity hospital, the Women’s Clinic of Mustamäe, Sakala Maternity Hospital and in the Gynecology Department in Nõmme. Since 2001 Dr. Svetlana has worked in the Pelgulinna Maternity Hospital, gathering experience in the Department, Emergency Room, Ultrasound Room as well as Women's Counseling Center. During years 2011 to 2015 Dr. Svetlana worked as a Gynaecologist in Finland. Her main employer since 2016 has been the West Tallinn Central Hospital. Dr. Svetlana Kobin has more than forty years of experience as a Gynaecologist. She owns an international license for first trimester screenings and has also performed amniocentesis in the past.
Gynaecologist
Languages: English, Estonian, Russian, Finnish
- 1975 University of Tartu, Faculty of Medicine
- 1976 Internship completed in Pelgulinna Maternity hospital, specializing as a Gynaecologist
Dr. Svetlana Kobin has worked in the First Tallinn Maternity hospital, the Women’s Clinic of Mustamäe, Sakala Maternity Hospital and in the Gynecology Department in Nõmme. Since 2001 Dr. Svetlana has worked in the Pelgulinna Maternity Hospital, gathering experience in the Department, Emergency Room, Ultrasound Room as well as Women's Counseling Center. During years 2011 to 2015 Dr. Svetlana worked as a Gynaecologist in Finland. Her main employer since 2016 has been the West Tallinn Central Hospital. Dr. Svetlana Kobin has more than forty years of experience as a Gynaecologist. She owns an international license for first trimester screenings and has also performed amniocentesis in the past.
Gynaecologist
Languages: English, Estonian, Russian
- 2006 University of Tartu, Faculty of Medicine
- 2010 Residency in Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Dr. Anna-Maria Gavšina is mainly involved in outpatient Gynaecology, gyneacological ultrasound and colposcopy. Dr Gavšina is constantly adding to her knowledge by taking part of various trainings in Estonia and abroad. She contributes to organization of training others and has presented on various topics. She is committed to her work and friendly, always giving her best for her patients.
Dr. Anna-Maria Gavšina is a member of the Estonian Gynaecologists Society, the Estonian Society of Colposcopy, the Estonian Medical Association, and the International Society of Ultrasound in Obstetrics and Gynecology.
Gynaecologist
Languages: English, Estonian, Russian
- 2006 University of Tartu, Faculty of Medicine
- 2010 Residency in Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Dr. Anna-Maria Gavšina is mainly involved in outpatient Gynaecology, gyneacological ultrasound and colposcopy. Dr Gavšina is constantly adding to her knowledge by taking part of various trainings in Estonia and abroad. She contributes to organization of training others and has presented on various topics. She is committed to her work and friendly, always giving her best for her patients.
Dr. Anna-Maria Gavšina is a member of the Estonian Gynaecologists Society, the Estonian Society of Colposcopy, the Estonian Medical Association, and the International Society of Ultrasound in Obstetrics and Gynecology.
Doctor-Resident in Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Languages: Estonian, English, Russian (beginner)
- 2004–2015 Hugo Treffner Gymnasium, silver-medalist
- 2015–2021 University of Tartu, Faculty of Medicine
- 2022 Residency in Obsetrics and Gynaecology
Dr Laura Rähni has worked as an assistant nurse in the Tartu University Hospital in the department of hematology and bone marrow transplantation (from June to August 2018). She was an assistant doctor in the internal medicine department of Southern Estonian Hospital between June 2019 and June 2021. Dr Rähni has worked as a general doctor in the surgery, internal medicine department, and emergency department of Põlva Hospital and in the Confido Tartu Lõunakeskus clinic from July 2021 to August 2022. Currently, she is working as a Doctor-Resident in the Obstetrics and Gynaecology field at West Tallinn Central Hospital since September 2022.
Dr Rähni has a great willingness to learn and she is very dutiful and committed. She is part of the Estonian Medical Association and Estonian Junior Doctors’ Association.
Doctor-Resident in Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Languages: Estonian, English, Russian (beginner)
- 2004–2015 Hugo Treffner Gymnasium, silver-medalist
- 2015–2021 University of Tartu, Faculty of Medicine
- 2022 Residency in Obsetrics and Gynaecology
Dr Laura Rähni has worked as an assistant nurse in the Tartu University Hospital in the department of hematology and bone marrow transplantation (from June to August 2018). She was an assistant doctor in the internal medicine department of Southern Estonian Hospital between June 2019 and June 2021. Dr Rähni has worked as a general doctor in the surgery, internal medicine department, and emergency department of Põlva Hospital and in the Confido Tartu Lõunakeskus clinic from July 2021 to August 2022. Currently, she is working as a Doctor-Resident in the Obstetrics and Gynaecology field at West Tallinn Central Hospital since September 2022.
Dr Rähni has a great willingness to learn and she is very dutiful and committed. She is part of the Estonian Medical Association and Estonian Junior Doctors’ Association.
GENERAL PRACTITIONERS AND FAMILY DOCTORS
Doctor-Resident in Family Medicine
Languages: English, Estonian, Russian
- Hugo Treffner Gymnasium
- 1995 University of Tartu Faculty of Medicine
- 1995–1997 University of Tartu Department of Anesthesiology and Intensive Care Internship
- 2023 University of Tartu Family Medicine Residency
Dr. Hille Sepp has worked as an anesthesiologist and emergency medicine physician at Põlva and Valga Hospitals. She specializes in family medicine and is a member of the Estonian Young Family Doctors Association (MTÜ Eesti Noored Perearstid).
Doctor-Resident in Family Medicine
Languages: English, Estonian, Russian
- Hugo Treffner Gymnasium
- 1995 University of Tartu Faculty of Medicine
- 1995–1997 University of Tartu Department of Anesthesiology and Intensive Care Internship
- 2023 University of Tartu Family Medicine Residency
Dr. Hille Sepp has worked as an anesthesiologist and emergency medicine physician at Põlva and Valga Hospitals. She specializes in family medicine and is a member of the Estonian Young Family Doctors Association (MTÜ Eesti Noored Perearstid).
Doctor-Resident in Family Medicine
Languages: Estonian, very good spoken Russian and English, beginner level in spoken Ukrainian and French.
- 2001–2013 Tallinn Secondary School of Science
- 2013–2019 University of Tartu, Faculty of Medicine
- From 2019 Residency in Family Medicine
Eeva Protas has worked as a Family Doctor and a General Doctor since 2018. She is fluent in Estonian, Russian, and English and values precision.
Eeva Protas is part of The Estonian Society of Family Doctors and Estonian Society of Junior Family Doctors (was part of the board in 2021/2022). She has also been an active member of the Estonian Medical Students’ Association (EstMSA) and the sexual health work group leader in 2016/2017.
Doctor-Resident in Family Medicine
Languages: Estonian, very good spoken Russian and English, beginner level in spoken Ukrainian and French.
- 2001–2013 Tallinn Secondary School of Science
- 2013–2019 University of Tartu, Faculty of Medicine
- From 2019 Residency in Family Medicine
Eeva Protas has worked as a Family Doctor and a General Doctor since 2018. She is fluent in Estonian, Russian, and English and values precision.
Eeva Protas is part of The Estonian Society of Family Doctors and Estonian Society of Junior Family Doctors (was part of the board in 2021/2022). She has also been an active member of the Estonian Medical Students’ Association (EstMSA) and the sexual health work group leader in 2016/2017.
Doctor-Resident of Family Medicine
Languages: English, Estonian, Russian
- 2012–2019 University of Tartu, Faculty of Medicine
- 2019 Residency of Family Medicine
Dr Jekaterina Konstantinova has simultaneously done her main Residency cycles in a hospital and worked as a General Practitioner in Perekliinik and Rosenthali Perearstikeskus. Dr Konstantinova is part of various specialty unions: Estonian Medical Association, Estonian Society of Junior Family Doctors, Estonian Junior Doctors’ Association
In her work, Dr Jekaterina Konstantinova is guided by the desire to contribute to a better future of Estonian medicine.
Doctor-Resident of Family Medicine
Languages: English, Estonian, Russian
- 2012–2019 University of Tartu, Faculty of Medicine
- 2019 Residency of Family Medicine
Dr Jekaterina Konstantinova has simultaneously done her main Residency cycles in a hospital and worked as a General Practitioner in Perekliinik and Rosenthali Perearstikeskus. Dr Konstantinova is part of various specialty unions: Estonian Medical Association, Estonian Society of Junior Family Doctors, Estonian Junior Doctors’ Association
In her work, Dr Jekaterina Konstantinova is guided by the desire to contribute to a better future of Estonian medicine.
Doctor-Resident of Family Medicine
Languages: English, Estonian, Russian
- 2016–2022 University of Tartu, Faculty of Medicine
- Residency in Family Medicine since 2022
Dr Eva-Lotta Aasjõe worked as an assistant doctor in the Dermatovenerology Department of the Northern Estonian Regional Hospital in 2020. She has also worked in the same hospital in the Emergency Medicine Department as an assistant doctor (2021 and 2022) and as a general practitioner (in 2022). In 2022, she has also worked as a general practitioner at the Kivimäe Family Medicine Center.
Doctor-Resident of Family Medicine
Languages: English, Estonian, Russian
- 2016–2022 University of Tartu, Faculty of Medicine
- Residency in Family Medicine since 2022
Dr Eva-Lotta Aasjõe worked as an assistant doctor in the Dermatovenerology Department of the Northern Estonian Regional Hospital in 2020. She has also worked in the same hospital in the Emergency Medicine Department as an assistant doctor (2021 and 2022) and as a general practitioner (in 2022). In 2022, she has also worked as a general practitioner at the Kivimäe Family Medicine Center.
Doctor-Resident of Family Medicine / on maternity leave
Languages: English, Estonian, Russian, Finnish, French
- 2015 University of Tartu, Faculty of Medicine
Dr. Brita Kroosmann has worked in health centers and hospitals, Internal Diseases Department, and in an on-call room in Finland.
Doctor-Resident of Family Medicine / on maternity leave
Languages: English, Estonian, Russian, Finnish, French
- 2015 University of Tartu, Faculty of Medicine
Dr. Brita Kroosmann has worked in health centers and hospitals, Internal Diseases Department, and in an on-call room in Finland.
Family Physician | Concierge Doctor
Languages: English, Estonian, Russian, Finnish
- 2001 University of Tartu, Faculty of Medicine
- 2005 Residency in Family Medicine
- 2005–2007 Doctoral studies in Clinical Pharmacology (unfinished), including giving lectures and seminars, and making presentations to Pharmacology and medical students as well as to practicing doctors
Dr. Ingmar Lindström has mainly worked in different hospitals and health centers in Finland between 2007 and 2018. He was the Head of the Kuusankoski Health Centre in Finland in 2014-2015, the Head of the Health Centre in the town of Kouvola in 2017 and Head of the Health Centre in the town of Pyhtää in 2018.
Dr. Ingmar has worked as a doctor in a childrens’ department for four years and has more than 3500 hours of on-call experience in Finnish health centers and 1500 hours in hospitals. Dr. Lindström is the doctor in charge for various retirement homes in Southern Finland since 2021.
He is a member of the Harvard Business Review Advisory Council and graduate of the Estonian School of Diplomacy and the EBS Healthcare Leader Development Program.
- Consultation fee: 330 euros per hour.
- Please inform us of your consultation request at info@valvekliinik.ee
Family Physician | Concierge Doctor
Languages: English, Estonian, Russian, Finnish
- 2001 University of Tartu, Faculty of Medicine
- 2005 Residency in Family Medicine
- 2005–2007 Doctoral studies in Clinical Pharmacology (unfinished), including giving lectures and seminars, and making presentations to Pharmacology and medical students as well as to practicing doctors
Dr. Ingmar Lindström has mainly worked in different hospitals and health centers in Finland between 2007 and 2018. He was the Head of the Kuusankoski Health Centre in Finland in 2014-2015, the Head of the Health Centre in the town of Kouvola in 2017 and Head of the Health Centre in the town of Pyhtää in 2018.
Dr. Ingmar has worked as a doctor in a childrens’ department for four years and has more than 3500 hours of on-call experience in Finnish health centers and 1500 hours in hospitals. Dr. Lindström is the doctor in charge for various retirement homes in Southern Finland since 2021.
He is a member of the Harvard Business Review Advisory Council and graduate of the Estonian School of Diplomacy and the EBS Healthcare Leader Development Program.
- Consultation fee: 330 euros per hour.
- Please inform us of your consultation request at info@valvekliinik.ee
Family Physician
Languages: English, Estonian, Russian, Finnish
- 2015 University of Tartu, Faculty of Medicine
Dr. Jaan Prantsibel is currently a doctor-resident in the field of Family Medicine. He has 3 years of experience working in Finnish health centers and has worked in a childrens’ counseling center for 2 years.
Family Physician
Languages: English, Estonian, Russian, Finnish
- 2015 University of Tartu, Faculty of Medicine
Dr. Jaan Prantsibel is currently a doctor-resident in the field of Family Medicine. He has 3 years of experience working in Finnish health centers and has worked in a childrens’ counseling center for 2 years.
Family Physician
Languages: Estonian, English, Russian, Finnish
- Tallinn English College, International baccalaureate diploma (IB) program
- 2019 University of Tartu, Faculty of Medicine
- 2023 Residency in Family Medicine
Dr. Kristi Särgava has worked at the Tartu University Hospital as a nurse in the General Intensive Care Unit, as an Assistant Doctor in the Oncology Department of East-Tallinn Central Hospital, as a General Practitioner and Family Doctor in family doctor centers. She also has work experience as an on-call doctor in the Emergency Medicine Department of the North-Estonian Regional Hospital.
Dr. Kristi has contributed to the development of personal medicine in Estonia, being a member of the Personal Medicine steering group.
Dr. Kristi Särgava is a member of the Estonian Medical Association, The Estonian Society of Family Doctors, and Estonian Junior Doctors’ Association.
Family Physician
Languages: Estonian, English, Russian, Finnish
- Tallinn English College, International baccalaureate diploma (IB) program
- 2019 University of Tartu, Faculty of Medicine
- 2023 Residency in Family Medicine
Dr. Kristi Särgava has worked at the Tartu University Hospital as a nurse in the General Intensive Care Unit, as an Assistant Doctor in the Oncology Department of East-Tallinn Central Hospital, as a General Practitioner and Family Doctor in family doctor centers. She also has work experience as an on-call doctor in the Emergency Medicine Department of the North-Estonian Regional Hospital.
Dr. Kristi has contributed to the development of personal medicine in Estonia, being a member of the Personal Medicine steering group.
Dr. Kristi Särgava is a member of the Estonian Medical Association, The Estonian Society of Family Doctors, and Estonian Junior Doctors’ Association.
Paediatricians
Paediatrician with additional speciality in Paediatric Cardiology, General doctor
Languages: Estonian, English, Russian (native)
- Narva Language Lyceum (former Humanitarian Gymnasium)
- 2009 University of Tartu, Faculty of Medicine
- 2014 Paediatric residency in University of Tartu (additional speciality in Paediatric Cardiology)
Dr Darja Belova has worked as a Paediatric Cardiologist at the Tallinn Children’s Hospital, as a doctor at the Tallinn Emergency Medical Service (2012-2014), and as a doctor at the Järveotsa Family Medicine Center (from 2022 onwards). She is specialized in paediatric cardiology and paediatrics. Darja is a member of the Estonian Society of Paediatricians, of the AEPC, and the Estonian Medical Association.
Paediatrician with additional speciality in Paediatric Cardiology, General doctor
Languages: Estonian, English, Russian (native)
- Narva Language Lyceum (former Humanitarian Gymnasium)
- 2009 University of Tartu, Faculty of Medicine
- 2014 Paediatric residency in University of Tartu (additional speciality in Paediatric Cardiology)
Dr Darja Belova has worked as a Paediatric Cardiologist at the Tallinn Children’s Hospital, as a doctor at the Tallinn Emergency Medical Service (2012-2014), and as a doctor at the Järveotsa Family Medicine Center (from 2022 onwards). She is specialized in paediatric cardiology and paediatrics. Darja is a member of the Estonian Society of Paediatricians, of the AEPC, and the Estonian Medical Association.
Paediatrician
Languages: English, Estonian, Russian
- 2001 Saint-Petersburg State Pediatric Medical University
- 2005 Residency in Paediatrics
- 2007-2011 Doctorate in Paediatrics
Dr. Natalia Antonova worked in the Paediatrics and Obstetrics Department of Ida-Viru Central Hospital in 2008-2013 and in 2011 in the Paediatrics Department of Al Wasli Hospital in Dubai. Since 2014, she has been working as a Paediatrician at Tallinn Children's Hospital.
Dr. Natalia Antonova advises patients from birth and her narrower interests include acute infections, recurrent fever of unclear genesis, and Paediatric Rheumatology.
In 2013, Dr. Antonova defended her doctoral dissertation on "Diagnosis and treatment of congenital and acquired defects of the jaws and face of children and concomitant connective tissue dysplasia".
Dr. Natalia Antonova is a member of the European Academy of Paediatrics, the Estonian Society of Paediatricians and the American Austrian Open Medical Institute.
Paediatrician
Languages: English, Estonian, Russian
- 2001 Saint-Petersburg State Pediatric Medical University
- 2005 Residency in Paediatrics
- 2007-2011 Doctorate in Paediatrics
Dr. Natalia Antonova worked in the Paediatrics and Obstetrics Department of Ida-Viru Central Hospital in 2008-2013 and in 2011 in the Paediatrics Department of Al Wasli Hospital in Dubai. Since 2014, she has been working as a Paediatrician at Tallinn Children's Hospital.
Dr. Natalia Antonova advises patients from birth and her narrower interests include acute infections, recurrent fever of unclear genesis, and Paediatric Rheumatology.
In 2013, Dr. Antonova defended her doctoral dissertation on "Diagnosis and treatment of congenital and acquired defects of the jaws and face of children and concomitant connective tissue dysplasia".
Dr. Natalia Antonova is a member of the European Academy of Paediatrics, the Estonian Society of Paediatricians and the American Austrian Open Medical Institute.
Mental health
Psychologist
Languages: Estonian, English
- 2015–2018 Bachelor studies in Psychology, Tallinn University
- 2019–2022 Masters studies in Psychology, Tallinn University
Kerttu Randmaa has worked as a school psychologist in the Kivimäe Elementary School (2018-2020) and is working as the school psychologist at the Tallinn European School since 2021. She specialised in working with children and adolescents.
Kerttu is taking part in the 2022/23 school psychologist professional development year and she is working on her speciality knowledge with a supervisor. She has gone through an introductory course in cognitive-behavioural therapy, training in motivating interviewing, and a short training in skills learning. Currently, she is going through training in the introduction to family psychology and family therapy. Kerttu is part of the Estonian Association of School Psychologists.
Psychologist
Languages: Estonian, English
- 2015–2018 Bachelor studies in Psychology, Tallinn University
- 2019–2022 Masters studies in Psychology, Tallinn University
Kerttu Randmaa has worked as a school psychologist in the Kivimäe Elementary School (2018-2020) and is working as the school psychologist at the Tallinn European School since 2021. She specialised in working with children and adolescents.
Kerttu is taking part in the 2022/23 school psychologist professional development year and she is working on her speciality knowledge with a supervisor. She has gone through an introductory course in cognitive-behavioural therapy, training in motivating interviewing, and a short training in skills learning. Currently, she is going through training in the introduction to family psychology and family therapy. Kerttu is part of the Estonian Association of School Psychologists.
Psychiatrist
Languages: English, Estonian
- 2014–2020 University of Tartu, Faculty of Medicine
- 2020–... Residency in Psychiatry with a minor in child and adolescent psychiatry
Marie Lugenberg has worked at the Psychiatric Clinic of North Estonia Medical Centre and Kivimäe Family Medical Centre. She specialises in child and adolescent psychiatry, but also has work experience with adults at the Psychiatry Clinic of North Estonia Medical Centre and the Kivimäe Family Medical Centre. She currently works full-time at Tallinn Children's Hospital. Marie has participated in the process of creating the treatment manual for ADHD and is a member of the Estonian Society of Junior Psychiatrists and the Estonian Junior Doctors' Association.
Psychiatrist
Languages: English, Estonian
- 2014–2020 University of Tartu, Faculty of Medicine
- 2020–... Residency in Psychiatry with a minor in child and adolescent psychiatry
Marie Lugenberg has worked at the Psychiatric Clinic of North Estonia Medical Centre and Kivimäe Family Medical Centre. She specialises in child and adolescent psychiatry, but also has work experience with adults at the Psychiatry Clinic of North Estonia Medical Centre and the Kivimäe Family Medical Centre. She currently works full-time at Tallinn Children's Hospital. Marie has participated in the process of creating the treatment manual for ADHD and is a member of the Estonian Society of Junior Psychiatrists and the Estonian Junior Doctors' Association.
Psychologist
Languages: English, Estonian
- 2016 University of Brighton
- 2019 Masters in Psychology, Tallinn University
Sandra Howarth has graduated from the University of Brighton with majors in Psychology and Criminology and has practical experience from various educational institutions in the UK, working with children and adolescents. She has been working on her master’s degree since 2019 in Estonia and worked as a school psychologist, complementing her knowledge regarding social-emotional development, infatuational relationships, behavioural problems and learning difficulties for children and adolescents. Sandra works with children, adolescents, parents, and individual counselling.
Psychologist
Languages: English, Estonian
- 2016 University of Brighton
- 2019 Masters in Psychology, Tallinn University
Sandra Howarth has graduated from the University of Brighton with majors in Psychology and Criminology and has practical experience from various educational institutions in the UK, working with children and adolescents. She has been working on her master’s degree since 2019 in Estonia and worked as a school psychologist, complementing her knowledge regarding social-emotional development, infatuational relationships, behavioural problems and learning difficulties for children and adolescents. Sandra works with children, adolescents, parents, and individual counselling.
INTERNISTS
Pulmonologist
Languages: English, Estonian, Russian, Finnish
- 2000 Jõgeva Gymnasium
- 2007 University of Tartu, Faculty of Medicine
Dr. Kadri Jaama has previously worked as a general doctor in the Emergency Unit of Rakvere Hospital and as a Pulmonologist in the Tartu University Hospital and the Kymenlaakso Central Hospital in Finland. Dr. Kadri Jaama has been working as a Pulmonologist in the East-Tallinn Central Hospital since 2018.
In her profession, dr. Kadri Jaama has specialized in bronchoscopies and is competent in all Pulmonology issues: asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, sleep apnea, post-COVID-19 lung lesions, lung tumours, diagnosis and treatment of pneumonia.
Pulmonologist
Languages: English, Estonian, Russian, Finnish
- 2000 Jõgeva Gymnasium
- 2007 University of Tartu, Faculty of Medicine
Dr. Kadri Jaama has previously worked as a general doctor in the Emergency Unit of Rakvere Hospital and as a Pulmonologist in the Tartu University Hospital and the Kymenlaakso Central Hospital in Finland. Dr. Kadri Jaama has been working as a Pulmonologist in the East-Tallinn Central Hospital since 2018.
In her profession, dr. Kadri Jaama has specialized in bronchoscopies and is competent in all Pulmonology issues: asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, sleep apnea, post-COVID-19 lung lesions, lung tumours, diagnosis and treatment of pneumonia.
Internist
Languages: English, Estonian, Russian, Finnish
- Miina Härma Gymnasium, silver medal
- 2011 University of Tartu, Faculty of Medicine
After graduation, Dr. Maria Pintsaar practiced medicine as a resident of Internal Medicine in the Tartu University Hospital, the North-Estonian Regional Hospital and East-Tallinn Central Hospital.
Dr. Maria also worked in Finland, mainly in the Internal Medicine and Emergency Departments, but also in primary care centers as an On-call Doctor and as a regular Doctor.
Dr. Maria Pintsaar has been a member of Estonian Society of Internal Medicine since 2011.
Internist
Languages: English, Estonian, Russian, Finnish
- Miina Härma Gymnasium, silver medal
- 2011 University of Tartu, Faculty of Medicine
After graduation, Dr. Maria Pintsaar practiced medicine as a resident of Internal Medicine in the Tartu University Hospital, the North-Estonian Regional Hospital and East-Tallinn Central Hospital.
Dr. Maria also worked in Finland, mainly in the Internal Medicine and Emergency Departments, but also in primary care centers as an On-call Doctor and as a regular Doctor.
Dr. Maria Pintsaar has been a member of Estonian Society of Internal Medicine since 2011.
SONOGRAPHERS
Ultrasound doctor
Languages: English, Estonian, Russian, Finnish
Ultrasound doctor
Languages: English, Estonian, Russian, Finnish
OTHER SPECIALISTS
Sports Medicine, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Languages: Estonian, English, Russian
- Tallinn Secondary School
- University of Tartu Faculty of Medicine
- 2018–2022 University of Tartu Residency in Rehabilitation and Physical Medicine with a specialization in Sports Medicine
Dr. Raudsepp has previously worked as a general practitioner in the Emergency Medicine Department of East Tallinn Central Hospital (2016–2021). Since 2022, she has been working as a sports physician at the Sports Medicine Foundation.
Sports Medicine, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
Languages: Estonian, English, Russian
- Tallinn Secondary School
- University of Tartu Faculty of Medicine
- 2018–2022 University of Tartu Residency in Rehabilitation and Physical Medicine with a specialization in Sports Medicine
Dr. Raudsepp has previously worked as a general practitioner in the Emergency Medicine Department of East Tallinn Central Hospital (2016–2021). Since 2022, she has been working as a sports physician at the Sports Medicine Foundation.
Pathologist and emergency physician
Languages: Estonian, Russian, English
- 2002–2008 University of Tartu, Faculty of Medicine
- 2008–2012 Residency in Pathology
Dr Tatjana Matvejeva has worked at the Pathology Center of the North Estonian Regional Hospital and at the Tallinn Emergency Medical Service. She loves to work as part of a team and care for the patient’s wellbeing.
Pathologist and emergency physician
Languages: Estonian, Russian, English
- 2002–2008 University of Tartu, Faculty of Medicine
- 2008–2012 Residency in Pathology
Dr Tatjana Matvejeva has worked at the Pathology Center of the North Estonian Regional Hospital and at the Tallinn Emergency Medical Service. She loves to work as part of a team and care for the patient’s wellbeing.
Doctor-Resident in Radiology
Languages: Estonian, English, Russian (beginner)
- 2012–2015 Tallinn Secondary School of Science
- 2015–2022 University of Tartu, Faculty of Medicine
Dr Riste Kaaret has worked as an assistant nurse at the Tallinn Children’s Hospital, as an assistant doctor at the East-Tallinn Central Hospital and as a general doctor at the Confido Medical Center. She is part of the Estonian Junior Doctors’ Association.
Doctor-Resident in Radiology
Languages: Estonian, English, Russian (beginner)
- 2012–2015 Tallinn Secondary School of Science
- 2015–2022 University of Tartu, Faculty of Medicine
Dr Riste Kaaret has worked as an assistant nurse at the Tallinn Children’s Hospital, as an assistant doctor at the East-Tallinn Central Hospital and as a general doctor at the Confido Medical Center. She is part of the Estonian Junior Doctors’ Association.
Neurosurgeon
Languages: English, Estonian, French
- Tallinn French Lyceum
- 2017 University of Tartu, Faculty of Medicine
- 2017–2022 Residency in Neurosurgery
Dr Martti Vaske has worked in the Emergency Department of Hiiumaa Hospital, in the Neurosurgery department of Tartu University Hospital, as an on-call doctor in the Emergency Department of Viljandi Hospital, in the Neurosurgery department of North-Estonian Regional Hospital, and as an on-call surgeon in Haapsalu Hospital.
Dr Martti Vaske is specialized in Neurosurgery. Due to his specialty, he is able to examine nervous system diseases that require surgical treatment and can assist patients in need of minor surgeries. He emphasises communication with the patient and providing clear information. It is important for Dr Vaske that the person understands the nature and possible treatment or management of their disease.
Neurosurgeon
Languages: English, Estonian, French
- Tallinn French Lyceum
- 2017 University of Tartu, Faculty of Medicine
- 2017–2022 Residency in Neurosurgery
Dr Martti Vaske has worked in the Emergency Department of Hiiumaa Hospital, in the Neurosurgery department of Tartu University Hospital, as an on-call doctor in the Emergency Department of Viljandi Hospital, in the Neurosurgery department of North-Estonian Regional Hospital, and as an on-call surgeon in Haapsalu Hospital.
Dr Martti Vaske is specialized in Neurosurgery. Due to his specialty, he is able to examine nervous system diseases that require surgical treatment and can assist patients in need of minor surgeries. He emphasises communication with the patient and providing clear information. It is important for Dr Vaske that the person understands the nature and possible treatment or management of their disease.
Oncologist | Consultant
Languages: English, Estonian, Russian, Finnish, Latvian, Spanish
- 2018 Riga Stradins University
Since graduating from the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Tartu, dr. Sandra Kase started her residency in the field of Oncology and has worked in the major hospitals of Estonia and part-taken in speciality training as part of her residency. She has also spent part of her residency at Hospital de la Santa Creu i Sant Pau in Barcelona, at Královské Vinohrady University Hospital in Prague, and at Pauls Stradiņš Clinical University Hospital in Riga.
During her residency, she also simultaneously worked in the Emergency Medicine Department of East-Tallinn Central Hospital. She is a PhD student in Medical Sciences at University of Tartu since 2021. Dr. Sandra Kase joined Valvekliinik in 2019.
She believes that in order to become a good and trustworthy doctor, one needs to have a wide variety of knowledge and experiences and being a good doctor is not only based on actions, but also the nature of the person.
Oncologist | Consultant
Languages: English, Estonian, Russian, Finnish, Latvian, Spanish
- 2018 Riga Stradins University
Since graduating from the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Tartu, dr. Sandra Kase started her residency in the field of Oncology and has worked in the major hospitals of Estonia and part-taken in speciality training as part of her residency. She has also spent part of her residency at Hospital de la Santa Creu i Sant Pau in Barcelona, at Královské Vinohrady University Hospital in Prague, and at Pauls Stradiņš Clinical University Hospital in Riga.
During her residency, she also simultaneously worked in the Emergency Medicine Department of East-Tallinn Central Hospital. She is a PhD student in Medical Sciences at University of Tartu since 2021. Dr. Sandra Kase joined Valvekliinik in 2019.
She believes that in order to become a good and trustworthy doctor, one needs to have a wide variety of knowledge and experiences and being a good doctor is not only based on actions, but also the nature of the person.
NURSES
Nurse
Languages: Estonian, English, Russian (beginner)
- Läänemaa Upper Secondary School
- Tallinn Health Care College
Liis Jürise works at the Tallinn Emergency Medicine Service and at Valvekliinik.
Nurse
Languages: Estonian, English, Russian (beginner)
- Läänemaa Upper Secondary School
- Tallinn Health Care College
Liis Jürise works at the Tallinn Emergency Medicine Service and at Valvekliinik.
Nurse
Languages: Estonian, English, Russian
Nurse
Languages: Estonian, English, Russian
Nurse
Languages: Estonian, English, Russian (beginner)
- 2019–2021 Tallinn Health Care College
Kätriin Timian has worked at the oncology department of Tallinn Children’s Hospital (2017-2018), as an assistant nurse in the orthopaedic department of East-Tallinn Central Hospital (2019), as a family nurse in Perearst Reet Polli OÜ (2020), as a dental nurse in Novamed (2017-2021) and as a procedural nurse in Synlab (2020-2023).
Nurse
Languages: Estonian, English, Russian (beginner)
- 2019–2021 Tallinn Health Care College
Kätriin Timian has worked at the oncology department of Tallinn Children’s Hospital (2017-2018), as an assistant nurse in the orthopaedic department of East-Tallinn Central Hospital (2019), as a family nurse in Perearst Reet Polli OÜ (2020), as a dental nurse in Novamed (2017-2021) and as a procedural nurse in Synlab (2020-2023).
Nurse
Languages: English, Estonian, Russian
- 2010 Tallinn Health Care College, Nursing
- 2013 Tartu Health Care College, Intensive Care Nursing
Nurse Jekaterina Morina finished her specialty learning as a Nurse-Brigade Manager in Tallinn Ambulance Service. She has worked in different departments in the North Estonian Regional Hospital since 2006 – in Vascular Surgery and Emergency Department.
Nurse Jekaterina has been working in ambulances since 2008, this is something that is of big interest for her until this day.
Nurse Jekaterina annually takes part of different additional courses, seminars, and medical competitions. She has experience in Family Medicine from year 2017.
Nurse
Languages: English, Estonian, Russian
- 2010 Tallinn Health Care College, Nursing
- 2013 Tartu Health Care College, Intensive Care Nursing
Nurse Jekaterina Morina finished her specialty learning as a Nurse-Brigade Manager in Tallinn Ambulance Service. She has worked in different departments in the North Estonian Regional Hospital since 2006 – in Vascular Surgery and Emergency Department.
Nurse Jekaterina has been working in ambulances since 2008, this is something that is of big interest for her until this day.
Nurse Jekaterina annually takes part of different additional courses, seminars, and medical competitions. She has experience in Family Medicine from year 2017.
Nurse
Languages: English, Estonian, Russian
- 2013–2017 Tallinn Health Care College
Irina Osichkina has worked as a family nurse in family medicine centres and has been a part of the Valvekliinik team since 2020. She is very focused on being patient-centred in her work.
Nurse
Languages: English, Estonian, Russian
- 2013–2017 Tallinn Health Care College
Irina Osichkina has worked as a family nurse in family medicine centres and has been a part of the Valvekliinik team since 2020. She is very focused on being patient-centred in her work.
Nurse
Languages: Estonian, English, Russian
Nurse
Languages: Estonian, English, Russian
Nurse
Languages: Estonian, English, Russian
Nurse
Languages: Estonian, English, Russian
Nurse
Languages: English, Estonian, Russian
- Tallinna University, Tallinn Health Care College
Eva-Maria Sentifoli-Saluveer has worked as a family nurse and as the nurse in charge in Perekliinik OÜ.
Nurse
Languages: English, Estonian, Russian
- Tallinna University, Tallinn Health Care College
Eva-Maria Sentifoli-Saluveer has worked as a family nurse and as the nurse in charge in Perekliinik OÜ.
Nurse
Languages: Estonian, English, Russian
Nurse
Languages: Estonian, English, Russian
ADMINISTRATION
Chief Executive Officer
Languages: English, Estonian, Russian
- 2016 Estonian Entrepreneurship University of Applied Sciences, master
- 2022 Estonian Business School, Healthcare Leader Development Program
The CEO of Valvekliinik, Marge Iidel, is a determined and cheerful person who is never afraid of new challenges or difficult situations. In addition to running Valveliinik, Marge leads the SL Meedik private clinic and Perekliinik OÜ, where amongst other tasks she coordinates the whole action plan as well as leads and motivates the team.
Chief Executive Officer
Languages: English, Estonian, Russian
- 2016 Estonian Entrepreneurship University of Applied Sciences, master
- 2022 Estonian Business School, Healthcare Leader Development Program
The CEO of Valvekliinik, Marge Iidel, is a determined and cheerful person who is never afraid of new challenges or difficult situations. In addition to running Valveliinik, Marge leads the SL Meedik private clinic and Perekliinik OÜ, where amongst other tasks she coordinates the whole action plan as well as leads and motivates the team.
