Olivija Dobilienė, MD, PhD, Professor, FESC

Place of Work

Institution/Organisation: Hospital of Lithuanian University of Health Sciences
Department: Heart Centre
Position: Head of the Department of Ischaemic Heart Disease; Professor of
Cardiology

Professional Experience

2017–present: Head of the Department of Ischaemic Heart Disease, Kaunas Clinics
2009–2017: Head of the 1st Cardiology Department, Kaunas Clinics
2002–present: Cardiologist, Kaunas Clinics

Academic Career & Education

2018–present: Professor of Cardiology, Lithuanian University of Health Sciences
2013–2018: Associate Professor, Lithuanian University of Health Sciences
2001–2006: PhD in Medicine, Kaunas University of Medicine
1997–1999: MD (Internal Medicine), Kaunas University of Medicine
1989–1995: Medical Degree, Kaunas Medical Academy

Research Focus

My research focuses mainly on ischemic heart disease, acute coronary syndromes, myocardial infarction, and atherosclerosis. Particular attention is given to myocardial injury, left ventricular remodeling, genetic factors, and novel prognostic markers. Another important research area is the role of genetic and pharmacogenetic factors in thrombosis, platelet reactivity, and response to antiplatelet therapy. My studies also investigate clinical, laboratory, and molecular biomarkers for cardiovascular risk stratification and prognosis.

Scientific & Professional Activities

Invited speaker at international conferences on myocardial infarction,
revascularisation, and cardiovascular disease.

Memberships

• Fellow of the European Society of Cardiology (FESC)
• Lithuanian Society of Cardiology – Head of Working Group on Ischaemic Heart Disease
• Lithuanian Heart AssociationResearch Metrics
  H-index: 25 (18 since 2021)