Dr. Linas Zeniauskas
Specializing in adult hip and knee replacement surgery (both primary and revision) and adult traumatology.
Specialists
Orthopaedic Surgeons
Specialization
- Adult hip and knee replacement surgery (primary and revision).
- Adult traumatology.
Experience
- Over 10 years of professional experience.
- Performs more than 250 surgeries annually.
- Completed over 300 hip replacement surgeries.
- Conducted more than 150 revision prosthetic surgeries throughout his career.
Education & Qualifications
- 2017: Completed residency in Orthopaedic Traumatology at the Lithuanian University of Health Sciences.
- From 2017: Orthopaedist-traumatologist at Lithuanian University of Health Sciences Kaunas Clinics.
- From 2017: Assistant at the Lithuanian University of Health Sciences.
- From 2021: Orthopaedist-traumatologist at “Gijos Klinikos.”
Internships
- 2020: Vienna, Austria – Complex Primary Knee Surgery.
- 2019: Hamburg, Germany – Revision Knee Instructional Course.
- 2019: Pekarai, Poland – Surgical Observational Visit on Hip Surgery.
- 2019: Hamburg, Germany – Infection PJI Master Course.
- 2019: Vienna, Austria – Practical Aspects of Acetabular and Femoral Hip Revision.
- 2018: Ghent, Belgium – Cadaveric Masterclasses on Hip Arthroplasty.
- 2018: Ghent, Belgium – Surgical Observational Visit, Joint Academy Training.
Memberships & Organizations
- Since 2013: Member of the Kaunas Region Orthopaedic Traumatologists Scientific Society.
- Since 2013: Member of the Lithuanian Society of Orthopaedic Traumatologists.
- Since 2013: Member of the European Federation of National Associations of Orthopaedic Traumatologists (EFORT).
- Since 2017: Member of the Association of Joint Endoprostheses.
- Since 2019: Member of the Board of the Kaunas Region Orthopaedic Traumatologists Scientific Society.
Conferences and Seminars
- Presented oral papers on hip arthroplasty.
- Participated in international orthopaedic conferences and seminars in Spain, the United Kingdom, Poland, Iceland, Belgium, Austria, and Lithuania.
Notable Events
- 38th Annual Meeting of the European Bone and Joint Infection Society, Antwerp, Belgium (2019).
- Nottingham – Revision Hip Interaction Meeting, Old Windsor, United Kingdom (2019).
- International Arthroplasty Meeting, Mallorca, Spain (2019).
- Masterclass on Difficult Primary & Revision Knee, Vilnius, Lithuania (2019).
- AOTrauma / AORecon Seminar on Comprehensive Periprosthetic Fracture Management of the Hip and Knee, Vilnius, Lithuania (2018).
- 19th EFORT Congress, Barcelona, Spain (2018).
- Masterclass on Difficult Primary & Revision Hip, Vilnius, Lithuania (2019).
- 59th NOF Congress, Reykjavik, Iceland (2018).
- Full Function Faster ® Conference, London, United Kingdom (2018).
Languages
- Fluent in English and Lithuanian.
Dr. Aurimas Širka
Specializing in adult hip and knee replacement surgery (both primary and revision) and adult traumatology.
Specialization
- Expert in joint and knee surgery, including primary and revision total joint replacement.
- Unilateral/partial knee replacement surgery.
- Diagnosis and treatment of implant-related infections.
Experience
- 13 years of professional experience in orthopaedics and traumatology.
Education & Qualifications
- Sep 2005 – Jun 2011: Medical Doctor qualification, Integrated Studies, Master’s Degree.
- Aug 2011 – Jun 2016: Residency in Orthopaedics and Traumatology, Lithuanian University of Health Sciences, Kaunas (Licence No. MPL-21108).
- Sep 2016 – Jun 2021: Doctor of Medical Sciences (PhD), Lithuanian University of Health Sciences, Kaunas.
Professional Roles
- 2016 – Present: Orthopedic Trauma Surgeon, Lithuanian University of Health Sciences Kaunas Hospital, Kaunas.
- 2016 – Present: Lecturer, Lithuanian University of Health Sciences, Kaunas.
- 2024 – Present: Orthopedic Trauma Surgeon, Gijos Klinikos.
Clinical Research Memberships
- Sub-investigator, Foxtrot Study (May 2017 – Sep 2018, Kaunas).
- Sub-investigator, SELK2-00005 Study (Mar 2019 – Dec 2019, Kaunas).
- Sub-investigator, ANT-005 MAA868 Study (Feb 2020 – Feb 2021, Kaunas).
- Sub-investigator, R9933-DVT-2230 Study (Sep 2023 – Present).
Conferences and Seminars
- Active participant in international orthopaedic conferences and seminars in Austria, France, Germany, the United Kingdom, and the United States.
Languages
- Fluent in English and Lithuanian.
Dr. Arnolas Totilas
Specializing in adult hip and knee replacement surgery (both primary and revision) and adult traumatology.
Specialization
Arnoldas Totilas is an orthopaedic and trauma surgeon specialising in shoulder joint replacement and arthroscopic surgery of the shoulder and knee. His expertise also includes hip joint replacement, carpal tunnel release, and trigger finger surgeries. When needed, he provides targeted joint and soft tissue injections to support recovery and pain management.
Dr Totilas has extensive professional experience in both Lithuania and Norway. He worked at Jonava Hospital (2015–2017) and LSMU Kaunas Clinics (2013–2018), and spent seven years at Akershus University Hospital, Kongsvinger division in Norway (2017–2024). Since 2025, he has been practising as an orthopaedic and trauma surgeon at Gijos Klinikos.
He also completed medical training in Norway through the Erasmus programme and at Lovisenberg Diakonale Sykehus in Oslo, further enhancing his international expertise.
As a broad-profile specialist, Dr Totilas helps patients restore pain-free movement and maintain an active lifestyle, focusing on functional outcomes and long-term mobility.
Languages
The surgeon speaks fluent English and Norwegian.
Plastic Surgeons
Dr. Mantas Sakalauskas
Specializing in combined plastic surgeries, breast correction, body contouring, and facial plastic surgeries.
Specialization
- Expert in plastic and reconstructive surgery.
- Breast correction surgeries.
- Body contouring procedures.
- Facial plastic surgeries.
- Renowned for combined procedures, including the popular Mommy Makeover.
Experience
- Over 10 years of professional experience.
- Performs approximately 1,000 plastic surgeries annually.
Education
- 2005–2011: Master’s Degree in Medical Sciences, Lithuanian University of Health Sciences (LSMU).
- 2010–2011: Medical Internship, Jonava Hospital.
- 2011–2016: Residency in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Lithuanian University of Health Sciences Clinic.
- From 2016: Practicing plastic and reconstructive surgeon.
- From 2022: Plastic and reconstructive surgeon, Gijos Klinikos.
Scientific Activities
- Published articles in Lithuanian medical journals.
- Speaker at Lithuanian and international scientific conferences.
- Annual participant in scientific conferences and professional development courses in Lithuania and abroad.
Memberships
- Member, Lithuanian Wound Management Association.
- Member, European Wound Management Association (EWMA).
Languages
- Fluent in English and Lithuanian.
Dr. Arnas Martinėlis
Specializing in combined plastic surgeries, breast correction, body contouring, and facial plastic surgeries.
Specialization:
- Breast reduction and lift;
- Abdominoplasty;
- Body contouring (liposuction and fat grafting);
- Upper eyelid surgery;
- Facial aesthetic injections (hyaluronic acid fillers, botulinum toxin injections).
Education and Work Experience
2018 – Master’s Degree, Faculty of Medicine, Lithuanian University of Health Sciences;
2015 – 2017 – Clinical practice, Santaros Clinic, Vilnius University Hospital;
2016 – 2017 – Clinical practice and medical master’s studies, Ege University, Izmir, Turkey;
2017 – 2018 – Internship, Vilnius City Clinical Hospital;
2018 – 2019 – Medical doctor, Varėna Hospital;
2018 – 2023 – Residency, Santaros Clinic, Vilnius University Hospital, Vilnius University Hospital, Vilnius City Clinical Hospital;
Since 2024 – Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon at Gijos Clinic.
Languages
- The surgeon speaks fluent English and Russian.
Dr. Darius Bagdanavičius
Dr. Darius is a highly skilled plastic and reconstructive surgeon with over 10 years of experience. Having completed advanced traineeships in Lithuania, Italy, the Netherlands, and Sweden, Dr. Darius specializes in aesthetic surgery and facial rejuvenation, earning a reputation for delivering exceptional results.
Professional & Scientific Career
- 2009: Graduated from Kaunas University of Medicine (now Lithuanian University of Health Sciences).
- 2009–2010: Medical internship, Republican Šiauliai Hospital.
- 2010–2017: Residency at Lithuanian University of Health Sciences; Professional Certification in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.
- 2012–2018: Plastic and reconstructive surgeon, Grožio Chirurgija Clinic.
- 2018–Present: Plastic surgeon, Gijos Klinikos.
Internships, Trainings & Courses
- 2015: Mentor Course in Professional Education, Lithuania.
- 2015: Motiva Reconstructive Surgery of the Breast course, Lithuania.
- 2015: Uma Jeunesse injection technique training in facial aesthetics.
- 2016: World Union of Wound Healing Societies Congress, Italy.
- 2016: Practical PRP regeneration training, Valerio Matano / PromoItalia.
- 2017: European Wound Management Association Congress, Netherlands.
- 2017: Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery in the 21st Century – Possibilities and Challenges, Lithuania.
- 2018: MotivaHybrid Masterclass, hosted by Prof. Marcos Sforza, Lithuania.
- 2018: B-Lite Master Class Workshop, hosted by Dr. Jacky Govrin, Israel.
- 2018: Beauty Through Science International Aesthetic Medicine Congress, Sweden.
Languages
- Fluent in English and Lithuanian.
Abdominal Surgeons
Dr. Donatas Danys
Abdominal Surgeon, bariatric surgeon, coloproctologist specialist who is awarded not only in Lithuania, but also worldwide.
Specialization
- Highly skilled bariatric surgeon with over 10 years of international experience.
- Focused on improving outcomes in obesity treatment.
- Expertise in gastric reduction procedures, including:
- Aesthetic (bikini line) gastric sleeve surgery
- Gastric bypass (RNY)
- Gastric plication
- Intragastric balloon
Education
- 2003–2010: Kaunas University of Medicine, General Medicine.
- 2010–2015: Vilnius University, Faculty of Medicine, Abdominal Surgery Residency.
- 2015–2019: PhD, Vilnius University, Faculty of Medicine, Lithuania.
Medical Licenses
- Abdominal Surgeon.
- Bariatric Surgeon.
- Coloproctologist.
International Practice
- Oct 2012: Helios St. Josefs-Hospital, Bochum, Germany.
- May–Aug 2018: Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota, USA (ranked #1 hospital nationwide, 2018–2020).
Workshops in Bariatric Surgery
- Apr 2019: Sleeve Gastrectomy Workshop, Medera Hospital, Baku, Azerbaijan.
- May 2019: Laparoscopic Upper GI Surgery Workshop, Ninewells Hospital & Medical School, Dundee, Scotland.
- Sep 2019: RNY Gastric Bypass Workshop, AZ Jan Palfijn Hospital, Ghent, Belgium.
- Jan 2020: 1st Bariatric Summit, Istanbul, Turkey.
International Congresses (2013–2020)
- Amsterdam, Vienna, Milan, Seattle, Turin, Cape Town, Nice, Cleveland, London, St. Gallen, Berlin, Rome, Prague, Mumbai, Madrid, Tallinn, Polock, Shiraz, Warsaw.
Awards
- Jun 2015: 1st Place, Laparoscopic Skill Tournament – Lithuania Minimally Invasive Surgery Society, Vilnius.
- Jun 2019: Best Oral Presentation, American Society of Colon & Rectal Surgeons Annual Scientific Meeting, Cleveland, USA.
Languages
- Fluent in English and Lithuanian.
Urologist
Dr. Titas Simaška
The doctor is a highly respected surgeon and a pioneer of penile implantation in Lithuania. He specializes in performing a range of surgeries, including vasectomy (sterilization), penile implant insertion, testicular implant insertion, ligament plastic surgery (frenuloplasty), foreskin circumcision, and varicocele treatment.
Specialization:
The doctor is a highly regarded surgeon and a pioneer of penile implantation in Lithuania. He specializes in the following surgeries:
- Vasectomy (sterilization),
- Foreskin circumcision (circumcision),
- Ligament plastic surgery,
- Penile implant insertion surgery,
- Testicular implant insertion surgery,
- Varicocele treatment.
Specialization
- Highly regarded surgeon and pioneer of penile implantation in Lithuania.
- Vasectomy (sterilization).
- Penile implant insertion surgery.
- Testicular implant insertion surgery.
- Ligament plastic surgery (frenuloplasty).
- Foreskin circumcision.
- Varicocele treatment.
Work and Education
- 2012: ACLS courses, modern specialized resuscitation assistance.
- 2013: Participant, 11th European Urology Residents Program, Prague.
- 2014: Congress of the European Association of Urologists, Stockholm.
- 2015: La Sociedad Colombiana de Urologia, Colombia.
- 2016: Congress of the European Association of Urologists, Munich.
- 2012–2016: EAU Baltic Meetings.
- 2016: International Forum on Frontiers in Urology, Beijing.
- 2016: European Symposium on Sexual Medicine, Budapest.
- 2018: 10th Congress of the European Association of Andrologists, Budapest.
- 2018: European School of Sexual Medicine Association, Budapest.
- 2019: Congress of the European Association of Sexual Medicine, Ljubljana.
European School of Urology Training
- Retropubic radical prostatectomy – tips, tricks, and pitfalls.
- Office management of male sexual dysfunction.
- Ultrasound in urology.
- Percutaneous nephrolithotripsy (PCNL).
Lectures & Presentations
- 2015: Uncomplicated alternatives for treatment and prevention of UTIs (Kaunas).
- 2016: Effects of estrogens on lower urinary tract symptoms (lecture series: Kaunas, Vilnius, Šiauliai, Panevėžys, Klaipėda).
- 2016: Prostate pain syndrome (Kaunas Clinical Hospital).
- 2016: Benign prostatic hyperplasia (Jurbarkas Hospital).
- 2016: UTI prevention and treatment (Jurbarkas University of the Third Century).
- 2017: Clinical cases of chronic bladder inflammation and asymptomatic nephrolithiasis (Kaunas).
- 2017: UTIs: pharmacist support and treatment (Kaunas).
- 2018: Treatment and prevention of UTIs (Kaunas).
- 2018: Erectile dysfunction treatment (Kaunas).
- 2019: Testosterone replacement therapy (Society of Private Urologists, Kaunas).
Professional Activity
- Annual participant in scientific conferences and in-service training in Lithuania and abroad.
Associations
- Member, Lithuanian Society of Urologists.
- Board Member, Society of Private Urologists.
- Member, Lithuanian Society of Sexual Medicine.
- Member, European Association of Urologists.
- Member, European Association of Sexual Medicine.
- Member, Youth Academy of Sexual Medicine (YoSeMa).
Languages
- Fluent in English and Lithuanian.
Physiotherapists
Vainius Petrauskas
Specializing in the treatment of acute and chronic back and neck pain, as well as rehabilitation following surgeries.
Treatment of pain caused by damage to the musculoskeletal system and injuries, work with baby development, incorrect posture of children, treatment of leg deformities, joint mobilization, manipulations, postisometric relaxation, kinesiological taping. Working with modern physiotherapy equipment, Redcord, which allows you to achieve quick results in reducing neck or back pain. In his practice, he applies movement therapy (based on the Czech school’s Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization (DNS) and Karel Lewit’s functional approach methodologies) to newborns, children and adults, evaluating and treating them. Also adapts TRX harness exercises to patients who want to get stronger or feel good.
Physiotherapist Vainius Petrauskas never stops improving and looking for the best solution to solve people’s problems.
Education & Qualification
2017 – graduated from the Lithuanian University of Sports and obtained a master’s degree in sports physiotherapy;
Since 2015 – Physiotherapist at “Gijas Klinikų” (AB “Ortopedijas technique”).
Conferences and seminars
2012 – Republican practical conference “The way to the master”;
2013 – Conference of student research works. The topic of the report read: “Assessment of endurance and flexibility of the lumbar spine of schoolchildren of various ages”;
2013 – Aspects of clinical practice of physiotherapists;
2014 – 3rd International Student Massage Championship, 2nd place;
2014 – Health programs for babies and children;
2015 – Peculiarities of physiotherapy for damage to the central nervous system;
2016 – Basics of rehabilitation in sports;
2016 – Kinesiology of hip and shoulder joints: kinesitherapeutic examination, assessment and treatment;
2017 – Multidisciplinary approach to back pain;
2017 – Physical exercises for health and rehabilitation;
2019 – The shoulder complex doesn’t have to be complicated;
2019 – International Congress of Preventive and Sports Medicine;
2019 – Karel Lewit functional approach level 1 and 2;
2020 – A different approach to back pain;
2020 – Fascia: from anatomy to treatment;
2021 – World back pain awareness year;
2021 – Dynamic neuromuscular stabilization (DNS) in pediatrics;
2022 – Application of physical exercises based on developmental kinesiology in sports and rehabilitation;
2022 – Application of breathing exercises in sports;
2022 – Dynamic neuromuscular stabilization (DNS) in early childhood;
2022 – We are not yet ready for the joint replacement!;
2022 – Applied kinesiology: science, practice, tasks in modern medicine and society;
2022 – The importance of the structure of the foot for the body;
2022 – Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization (DNS) – Sports and Exercise Course (Level 3);
2023 – Introduction to the Bobath concept: Analysis of typical/atypical movements;
2023 – Dosing loads in sports and rehabilitation.
Speaks fluent English and Lithuanian.
Deividas Jankūnas
Specializing in physiotherapy for recovery after injuries or orthopedic surgeries, and for individuals suffering from joint pain. Services include the treatment of neck and back pain, posture correction, muscle imbalance treatment, mobility enhancement, and joint mobilization.
Physiotherapy after injuries, orthopedic operations or for those suffering from joint pain. Treatment of neck and back pain, posture correction, treatment of muscle imbalance, increase of reduced mobility, mobilization of joints.
Education & Qualification
2015 – 2018 – Bachelor’s degree in physiotherapy obtained at Kaunas College;
2018 – 2019 – corrective physiotherapy studies at the Lithuanian Sports University;
2019 – 2021 – Master’s degree in physiotherapy obtained at the Lithuanian University of Health Sciences;
Since 2018 – physiotherapist in “Eglė sanatorium”;
Since 2023 – physiotherapist at Gijos Klinikos.
Conferences and seminars
2023 – Physical Therapy: Manual Therapy Workshop on Brian Mulligan’s Concepts (lower quadrant);
2023 – seminar “Problems of the knee joint”;
2023 – seminar “Upper limb injuries, testing and prevention”;
2023 – seminar “Education of nervous strength, innovations in endurance training and training planning for speed and endurance; Fundamentals and innovations of acceleration training in different sports; Organizational psychology in the field of sports”;
2023 – seminar “Caffeine in sports, innovations in reducing overweight and obesity, influence of glucose on physical, mental and emotional health”;
2023 – seminar “The importance of thigh flexors in the training process; Early specialization in sports; Exercises with gymnastic balls”;
2023 – seminar “Injuries, testing and prevention of lower limbs”;
2023 – seminar “Dynamic neuromuscular stabilization according to kolar a developmental kinesiology approach”;
2024 – seminar “Stretching exercises to improve joint mobility”;
2024 – conference “Back pain, diagnostics and solutions”;
2024 – Physical Therapy: Manual Therapy Workshop on Brian Mulligan’s Concepts (upper quadrant);
Remote oral presentation at the conference “2nd Sport Forum – International Scientific Conference “ATHLETE TRAINING MANAGEMENT”;
Poster presentation “Effect of pelvic floor muscle strengthening exercises on urinary incontinence in women after hysterectomy” at the “7th Baltic and North Sea conference on physical and rehabilitation medicine”, Estonia;
Theoretical-practical seminar of A. Sujeta “Body recomposition and nutrients, food supplements and energy needs for weight control and injury risk reduction” etc.
Speaks fluent English and Lithuanian.
Vilius Baikštis
Specializing in physiotherapy for recovery after injuries, orthopedic surgeries, or for individuals experiencing joint pain. Treatment areas include neck and back pain, posture correction, muscle imbalance, improving reduced mobility, and joint mobilization.
Physiotherapy after injuries, orthopedic operations or for those suffering from joint pain. Treatment of neck and back pain, posture correction, treatment of muscle imbalance, increase of reduced mobility, mobilization of joints.
Education & Qualification
2014 – Professional Bachelor of Physiotherapy obtained at Kaunas College;
2014 – Palanga Children’s Rehabilitation Sanatorium “Palangas gintaras”, physiotherapist;
2015 – Lithuanian University of Sport, studies of equalizing physiotherapy;
2015 – Šiauliai Rehabilitation Center of VšĮ, physiotherapist;
Since 2015 – UAB “RK Medicus”, physiotherapist;
2017 – Lithuanian University of Sports, acquired master’s qualification in sports physiotherapy;
Since 2022 – Gijos Klinikos, physiotherapist.
Conferences and seminars
2014 – Scientific-practical conference: Children’s health year: challenges and perspectives;
2014 – Qualification improvement courses: News in rehabilitation: modern electrotherapy;
2015 – Seminar: Examination of the shoulder joint and physiotherapy;
2015 – Seminar: Spinal and pelvic muscle energy techniques;
2015 – Seminar: Examination of elbow and wrist joints and physiotherapy;
2019 – Seminar: Finding the cause of pain;
2019 – Conference: The whole truth about breathing;
2020 – Conference: Fascia: from anatomy to treatment;
2021 – Theoretical-practical seminar: Treatment of movement system disorders by the NEURAC (neuromuscular activation) method;
2022 – Seminar: Neurodynamics study and treatment
Speaks fluent English and Lithuanian.
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