Prof. Dr. Efrosina (Nina) Kajo

Cardiologist

Doctor

Specialty: Cardiology

Subspecialty: Echocardiography

Languages: English, Italian, French

Meet Dr. Nina Kajo

Dr. Nina Kajo is a highly accomplished cardiologist and echocardiography specialist with over 35 years of experience in the field of cardiovascular medicine. After graduating from the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Tirana in 1979, she began her career in Cardiac Surgery in 1980, joining the surgical team for heart procedures at QSUT.

In 1985, Dr. Kajo completed her postgraduate specialization in cardiology and went on to dedicate her career to the Cardiac Surgery Clinic at QSUT, where she worked for over three decades. Her pursuit of excellence led her to advanced training at one of Europe’s leading cardiac centers, Herz-und Diabeteszentrum NRW in Bad Oeynhausen, Germany, where she specialized in Echocardiography (TTE and TEE) in 1995.

Dr. Nina has become a trusted authority in cardiac diagnostics, particularly in echocardiographic evaluation for surgical planning and long-term postoperative care.

Clinical Focus

Dr. Nina’s expertise covers a wide range of cardiac conditions and procedures, including:

  • Evaluating artificial heart valves.
  • Congenital heart diseases in children and adults.
  • Hypertension management.
  • Ischemic heart diseases.
  • Arrhythmias and conduction disorders.
  • Lipid disorders.

Key Examinations:
  • TTE: Transthoracic Echocardiography.
  • TEE: Transesophageal Echocardiography.
  • Carotid Ultrasound.

Career Highlights

Dr. Nina’s career is distinguished by her leadership roles and contributions to both clinical practice and academia:

  • Clinical Roles:
    • Cardiologist and Echocardiography Specialist at the Cardiac Surgery Clinic, QSUT (1980–2016).
    • Cardiologist and Echocardiography Specialist at Klinika Kajo (1999–present).
  • Academic Contributions:
    • External Lecturer, Department of Anesthesia and Reanimation, Faculty of Medicine (1992).
    • Internal Lecturer, Department of Pathophysiological Physiology, Faculty of Medicine (1996–2023).
    • Head of the Pathophysiological Physiology Section, Faculty of Medicine (1998–2023).
  • Academic Titles:
    • “Doctor of Medical Sciences” (1997).
    • “Associate Professor” (2002).
    • “Professor” (2016).

Memberships

Dr. Nina is actively involved in professional organizations, reflecting her dedication to advancing cardiology:

  • Member of the Albanian Medical Order.
  • Member of the Albanian Society of Cardiology.
  • Vice President of the Albanian Society of Echocardiography.
  • Member of the European Society of Cardiology (ESC).
  • Member of KEMP (Medical Evaluation Committee for Disabilities).

Scientific Contributions

Dr. Nina has published extensively and participated in numerous research projects:

  • Publications:
    • Author of "Late Complications in Patients with Prosthetic Valves," a monograph published in 2001.
    • Co-author of several textbooks, including "Pathophysiological Physiology" (2004) and "Echocardiography" (2014).
    • Author and co-author of over 111 medical presentations and 19 published studies, including 9 international publications.
  • Research Projects:
    • Collaborated with the Italian Red Cross on pediatric cardiology and cardiac surgery projects since 1995, focusing on congenital heart disease diagnostics and surgical planning.
    • Led studies on genetic markers such as CYP450 polymorphism in cardiovascular patients (2010–2011) and biomarkers in post-cardiothoracic surgery patients (2012).
    • Contributed to research on the link between CYP2C19 polymorphism and Type 2 Diabetes (2011–present).

Accomplishments

Dr. Nina’s dedication to cardiovascular medicine is reflected in her extensive hands-on experience:

  • Conducted over 50,000 transthoracic echocardiographies (TTE).
  • Performed 5,000 transesophageal echocardiographies (TEE).
  • Documented 20,000 triplex ultrasounds of neck vessels.

A Legacy of Dedication

With her blend of clinical expertise, academic achievements, and compassionate patient care, Dr. Nina Kajo stands as a leading figure in cardiology and echocardiography. At Klinika Kajo, she continues to make a profound impact, providing patients with cutting-edge diagnostics and tailored care that reflect her unwavering commitment to excellence.



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