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Dr. Edita Jakubauskiene

Bariatric Surgeon

, Vilnius, Lithuania

5 Years of experience

Speaks: English , Russian

 

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Dr. Edita Jakubauskiene is a specialized Gastroenterologist in Lithuania. And one of the most sought after medical specialists in Vilnius, Lithuania. The doctor has over 5 Years of experience and is associated with Kardiolita Hospital, Vilnius.

Qualifications :

  • 1998 - 2002 Silute First Gymnasium, secondary education
  • 2002 - 2008 Kaunas University of Medicine, Medicine, master‘s degree
  • 2008 - 2009 Kaunas University of Medicine, Internal medicine
  • 2009 - 2013 Lithuanian University of Health Sciences, gastroenterology residency
  • 2018 Bispebjerg Hospital, Denmark, internship

Hospital Address :

Kardiolitos klinikos

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About Gastroenterologists

Gastroenterology is the branch of medicine that addresses the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of the diseases and disorders of the digestive system or the gastrointestinal (GI) tract and the doctor specialized in Gastroenterology is called a Gastroenterologist.

Gastroenterologists perform endoscopic procedures by using specialized instruments to view and examine the GI tract and make a diagnosis. Although they don’t perform surgery, they work very closely with the GI surgeon.

Your physician will as you to visit a Gastroenterologist if he observes any risk or disorder in your digestive system, some of the most common ones being:

  • Abdominal pain and discomfort
  • Stomach upset, nausea, vomiting
  • Ulcers
  • Bleeding in the digestive tract
  • Inflammation in the digestive tract (e.g., gastritis)
  • Cancer in the stomach [gastric], pancreas, liver, rectum etc.
  • Constipation and diarrhea
  • Difficulty in swallowing
  • Gallbladder disease
  • Liver disease (e.g., hepatitis, jaundice)
  • Malabsorption disorders (e.g., celiac disease, lactose intolerance)
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Hiatal hernias
  • Heartburn and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
  • Diverticular disease and other diseases related to the colon
  • Unexplained weight loss

Procedures Performed

Gastroenterologists perform a range of nonsurgical procedures that help in the evaluation, diagnosis and treatment of the gastrointestinal tract or digestive system, below are some of the major ones:

  • Endoscopic ultrasounds
  • Colonoscopy to detect colon cancer or colon polyps
  • Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography
  • Sigmoidoscopy
  • Liver biopsy to assess inflammation and fibrosis
  • Capsule endoscopy
  • Double balloon enteroscopy

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Dr. Edita JakubauskieneKardiolita Hospital, Vilnius, Vilnius

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Which are some of the conditions treated by Gastroenterologist in Lithuania?

Most common conditions performed by gastroenterologists in Lithuania are:

  • Celiac Disease
  • Abdominal Pain
  • Gastrointestinal Cancer
  • Pancreatic Cancer
  • Crohn's Disease
  • Inflammatory Bowel Diseases
  • Esophageal Varices
  • Jaundice
  • Ulcer
  • Pancreatitis
  • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
  • Bile Duct Cancer
  • Liver Cancer
Who is a Gastroenterologist?

Gastroenterologists are doctors who are highly trained in diagnosing and treating problems in your gastrointestinal tract and liver. They also perform routine procedures such as colonoscopy, to look inside the colon. They have 5-6 years of specialized education and training after medical school.

An individual might consult a gastroenterologist for health concerns with their:

  • Esophagus
  • stomach
  • Rectum
  • Stomach
  • Small intestine
  • Colon
  • Pancreas
  • Liver
  • Gallbladder
  • Bile ducts

Gastroenterologists are generally trained in managing GI conditions. If a primary care physician has found an issue involving the GI tract, they will more likely recommend you visit a gastroenterologist for a more detailed evaluation of the issue. A gastroenterologist also performs endoscopic procedures, in which they use special instruments to see the GI tract and then make a diagnosis. They don’t do surgery, though in certain cases, they may work very closely with a GI surgeon. Gastroenterologists generally work in clinic or hospital settings.

What are the qualifications of a Gastroenterologist?

The steps to become a gastroenterologist include:

  • a five-and-a-half year-year MBBS degree
  • a postgraduate MD degree in gastroenterology
  • a 3-year training program, also called a residency, in internal medicine, which involves working with experienced gastroenterologists

After a student completes their residency, they must complete a 2- or 3-year fellowship to receive more specialized training in the field. This includes extensive training in endoscopy, a nonsurgical procedure doctors use to see the GI tract. Once the aspiring gastroenterologist has completed their training, they must clear a specialty certification exam for gastroenterologists.

What conditions do Gastroenterologists treat?

Gastroenterologists are trained to have knowledge of the normal movement of food through the intestine and stomach, the absorption of food, and the way waste is eliminated from the body. They can treat a wide variety of conditions, including:

  • Gastroesophageal reflux
  • Colitis
  • Gallbladder and biliary tract diseases
  • Colon polyps
  • Gastroesophageal reflux disease
  • Hepatitis
  • Peptic ulcers
  • Nutritional issues
  • Irritable bowel syndrome
  • Pancreatitis
  • Inflammatory Bowel Diseases
  • Esophageal Varices
  • Jaundice
  • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
  • Bile Duct Cancer
  • Celiac Disease
  • Abdominal Pain
  • Gastrointestinal Cancer
  • Pancreatic Cancer
  • Crohn's Disease
  • Liver Cancer
What diagnostic tests are required by a Gastroenterologist?

A Gastroenterologist can order the below-listed diagnostic tests to detect conditions related to the stomach:

  • Endoscopic Retrograde Cholangiopancreatography
  • Pancreas Scan
  • Liver Scan
  • Barium Swallow
  • Barium Enema
  • Upper Gastrointestinal Series
  • Upper GI Endoscopy
  • Abdominal X-ray
  • Abdominal Ultrasound
  • CT Scan of the Abdomen
  • Liver Biopsy
  • Colonoscopy
  • PEG Tube Placement
  • Sigmoidoscopy
  • CT Scan of the Liver and Biliary Tract
  • Virtual Colonoscopy
  • Colectomy
  • Proctectomy
  • CT Scan of the Pancreas
  • Laparoscopy
When should you visit a Gastroenterologist?

Your primary care doctor may refer you to a gastroenterologist if you show the following signs and symptoms:

  • Food coming back up after you swallow
  • Chronic or severe diarrhea
  • Swallowing
  • Heartburn
  • Rectal bleeding
  • Abdominal pain and bloating
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  • Excessive gas or belching
  • Esophageal pain
  • Vomiting
  • Loss of appetite or weight
  • Lethargy
  • Changes in bowel habits
  • Pale-colored stools
  • Dark urine
  • Bowel movement urges that are hard to control
  • Diarrhea
What can you expect from your first visit with a Gastroenterologist?

A primary care doctor might refer you to a gastroenterologist for further evaluation of your condition. You may see the doctor in an outpatient clinic or hospital. The first appointment will take about 30 minutes to an hour to finish. During the first visit with the gastroenterologist, they may ask you about your family and personal health history, previous treatments, symptoms, and medications.

In order to make the most out of your first visit, make sure you bring all the necessary documents about your health history. Also, prepare questions you wish to ask the gastroenterologist and always remember to take notes.

Which are the most common procedures performed by a Gastroenterologist?
  • Endoscopic ultrasounds
  • Colonoscopy to detect colon cancer
  • Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography
  • Sigmoidoscopy
  • Liver biopsy
  • Capsule endoscopy
  • Double balloon enteroscopy
  • Polypectomy
  • Esophageal dilation

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