Alevtina Kamneva

Gynaecologist

Anna-Maria Gavšina

Gynaecologist

Anna-Maria Gavšina graduated from the Faculty of Medicine of the University of Tartu in 2006, and completed her residency in obstetrics and gynaecology in 2010. Since 2010, she has been working at the East Tallinn Central Hospital. Dr. Gavšina began working in the Infertility Treatment Department in 2022.

She regularly participates in professional conferences/trainings in Estonia and abroad, and is a member of various professional societies (the Estonian Gynaecologists Society, the Estonian Medical Association, ESHRE, International Society of Ultrasound in Obstetrics and Gynecology).

Anu Suurpalu

Gynaecologist, Mammologist, Head Physician

Anu Suurpalu graduated from the Faculty of Medicine of the University of Tartu in 2002, and completed her residency in obstetrics and gynaecology in 2008. Dr. Suurpalu has been working at East Tallinn Central Hospital since 2007. As a physician consultant at East Tallinn Central Hospital her specialisation is in breast surgery, and she also deals with benign gynaecology patients. She completed her training in breast surgery at the Karolinska Institute, in Sweden. Dr. Suurpalu is a member of several international organisations, such as the European Society of Breast Cancer Specialists and the European Society of Surgical Oncology.

Tiina Angerjas

Gynaecologist - Head of Department

Denis Vaulin

Gynaecologist

Ele Tammemäe

Gynaecologist, Pediatric Gynecologist

Irina Ploom

Gynaecologist - Chief Physician

Jekaterina Žuravljeva

Gynaecologist

Kadri Palo

Gynaecologist

Külli Erlang

Gynaecologist - Chief Physician

Lea Lang

Gynaecologist

Lee Tammemäe

Gynaecologist - Consultant

Liivika Reimann

Gynaecologist

Olga Varnavskaja

Gynaecologist

Reeli Saaron

Gynaecologist - Chief Physician

Riina Vähi

Gynaecologist

Tatjana Serebrova

Gynaecologist

Tiia Rüütel

Gynaecologist

Vladimir Obuhhov

Gynaecologist

Anastassia Levin

Gynaecologist - Mammologist

Aasa Gontmacher

Pediatrician

Aira Peri

Gynaecologist

Angela Kalamees

Gynaecologist

Birgit Suits

Pediatrician

Ferenc Szirko

Gynaecologist - Consultant

Kadi Ploom

Gynaecologist - Chief Physician

Kati Korjus

Pediatrician

Kristel Krunks

Gynaecologist - Head of Department

Külli Frolova

Gynaecologist - Chief Physician

Liina Rajasalu

Gynaecologist

Liis Annuk

Gynaecologist

Marju Mark

Pediatrician

Paula Pärna

Gynaecologist

Pille Andresson

Pediatrician-Neonatologist, Head of the Department of Neonatology

Ruth Käär

Pediatrician - Chief Physician

Triin Laaneleht

Gynaecologist

Tuuli Haabpiht

Gynaecologist

Aleksander Trošin

Laboratory doctor-Chief Physician

Aleksander Trošin has been working as the Chief Physician of the Centre for Infertility Treatment since its establishment in 1996.

He graduated from the Faculty of Medicine of the University of Tartu in 1984. After graduation, he engaged in research and teaching at the Department of Microbiology of the University of Tartu. In the field of infertility treatment, he has trained in the Women’s Clinic of Tartu University Hospital; Karolinska University Hospital, in Sweden; IVI Valencia Clinic, in Spain (Clínica de Fertilidad y Reproducción Asistida), and other recognised clinics in Europe.

Aleksander Trošin organises the work of the IVF laboratory of the Centre for Infertility Treatment, as well as male reproductive health diagnostics.

Dr. Trošin also conducts individual and group trainings for embryologists, organises workshops, as well as involvement of the centre’s IVF laboratory and participation in scientific, including international, research projects.

He is one of the creators of the first Estonian-language digital textbook on fertility.ee.

Aleksander Trošin is a member of the Estonian Society of Fertility Treatment and Embryology, and the non-profit organization Baltic Fertility Society (BFS).

Kai Haldre

Gynaecologist

Gynaecologist Kai Haldre works as a physician-consultant in the Centre for Infertility Treatment of the Women’s Clinic of the East Tallinn Central Hospital. In the past, in addition to her practical medical work, she has served as a researcher and lecturer at the University of Tartu. Dr. Haldre has published scientific articles on women’s sexual health and the factors affecting it (the list of publications can be found at: https://www.etis.ee/CV/Kai_Haldre/est/), and popular scientific articles on women’s health during a woman’s life span.

Dr. Haldre is a founding member of the Estonian Society of Fertility Treatment and Embryology, the Estonian Sexual Health Association, the Estonian Academic Society of Sexology, and was a member of the board of the European Association for Contraception and Reproductive Health from 2014–2021. In 2021, the Ministry of Social Affairs appointed Dr. Haldre as the chairman of the gender reassignment medical expert committee, in 2019 she was elected as a member of the Chancellor of Justice’s Advisory Committee on Human Rights.

In 2022, Dr. Haldre was elected to the board of the Estonian Society of Fertility Treatment and Embryology, where she is still a member today. Dr. Haldre has been working as a doctor for 35 years.

Kristjan Pomm

Urologist - Andrologist

Kristjan Pomm graduated from the University of Tartu in 1997, he has completed an andrology-urology residency and holds a clinical andrologist certificate from the European Academy of Andrology.

Dr. Pomm has long-term experience as an andrologist. He has worked for many years as an andrologist at the Andrology Clinic of the Tartu University Clinic in Tallinn, the Centre for Infertility Treatment of East Tallinn Central Hospital, and the Nova Vita clinic. He previously also worked as a counsellor for young men at the Tallinn Sexual Health Clinic.

Kristjan Pomm has participated in many international conferences and trainings related to infertility treatment and andrology, he has developed his professional skills at the clinics of the University of Florence, in Italy, and the University of La Sapienza, in Rome. Kristjan Pomm has given presentations at seminars and conferences on andrology and male infertility treatment and has published articles related to men’s health. Kristjan Pomm was a doctoral student at the University of Tartu from 2008–2014, the topic of his doctoral thesis was ‘Causes of Male Infertility in Estonia’.

Dr. Pomm is a member of the European Academy of Andrology, the European Association of Urology, the Estonian Urological Society , the Estonian Society for Dermatovenereologists (board member), the Estonian Society of Fertility Treatment and Embryology (board member), and the Estonian Sexual Health Association.

Tiina Loog

Gynaecologist, Head of the Centre for Infertility Treatment

Tiina Loog is a graduate of the Faculty of Medicine of the University of Tartu, and completed her subordination in obstetrics and gynaecology.

She has been dealing with infertility problems since 1996. Since that time, she has been working as the Head of the Centre for Infertility Treatment of East Tallinn Central Hospital.

Dr. Loog has developed herself professionally on a regular basis at various international trainings in Estonia, Europe and the United States.

Tiina Loog is a member of ESHRE (European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology), the Estonian Society of Fertility Treatment and Embryology, and the non-profit association Baltic Fertility Society (BFS).

Tiina Rass

Gynaecologist - Chief Physician

Dr. Tiina Rass graduated from the University of Tartu Faculty of Medicine in 1987, and the specialty of obstetrics and gynaecology in 1989. Since 2004, she has been working mainly in infertility treatment. Each year, Dr. Rass participates in international gynaecology, obstetrics, and infertility conferences.

She is a member of the Society of Estonian Gynaecologists and is also a member of the Estonian Medical Association (EMA).

Ruth Essi

Midwife, head of midwifery

Ruth Essi graduated as a midwife from Tallinn Health Care College and received training in infertility treatment at the Väestöliitto infertility clinic, in Helsinki. She has developed herself professionally on a regular basis at various international trainings in Estonia, Europe and the United States.

Essi has been working at the Centre for Infertility Treatment of East Tallinn Central Hospital, as the Head of Midwifery, since the establishment of the centre (1996).

In addition to the daily organisation of the work of the Centre for Infertility Treatment, she deals with infertility treatment counselling and infertility treatment procedures.

Ruth Essi is a member of the Estonian Midwives Association, the Estonian Society of Fertility Treatment and Embryology, and the Baltic Fertility Society (BFS).

Agnes Selin

Midwife

Agnes Selin is a midwife at the Breast Centre. Agnes has over 15 years of experience as a midwife in the maternity department of our Women’s Clinic. Agnes communicates in Estonian, Russian, and English. Contact rind@itk.ee

Annika Hommik

Midwife

Annika Hommik is a midwife at the Breast Centre. Annika has over 22 years of experience as a midwife in maternity counselling at our Women’s Clinic. Annika communicates in Estonian, Russian, and English. Contact rind@itk.ee

Helle Pihel

Midwife

Helle Pihel is a midwife at the Breast Centre. Helle has over 38 years of experience as a midwife in the maternity department of our Women’s Clinic. Helle communicates in Estonian, Russian, and English. Contact rind@itk.ee

Iiri Aasa

Midwife

Iiri Aasa is a midwife at the Breast Centre. Iiri has more than four years of experience as a midwife in maternity counselling at our Women’s Clinic. Iiri communicates in Estonian, Russian, and English. Contact rind@itk.ee

Anastassia Tšurdaljova-Semjonova

Midwife

Annely Kärema

Midwife

Anneli Kärema is a midwife at our Maternity Hospital with more than 30 years of work experience as a midwife in the maternity department of the Women’s Clinic and at the Maternity Counselling Centre. Annely has been updating her knowledge and skills in various countries and has attended professional training courses and learned about the course of physiologic childbirth, the management of water birth and the causes of any potential risks.
Annely speaks Estonian, Russian and English.
As a midwife, Annely wants to support women and their families throughout the pregnancy and childbirth period. She also makes home visits after childbirth if necessary. In her work, she seeks to observe the principles of natural childbirth because she believes in the ability of a woman to give birth naturally by following her instincts and using her inner strength. Annely is the mother of two sons.
If you wish Annely to be your private midwife, feel free to contact her at Annely.Karema@itk.ee or call the maternity department at 620 7159.

Diana Leht

Midwife

Hanna-Maria Trei

Midwife

Jaana Innos

Midwife

Kadri Tammpere

Midwife

Kelli Kade

Midwife

Kersti Luha

ämmaemand

Maila Teramees

Midwife

Maria Vuks

Midwife

Marika Nõmmemees

Midwife

Mariliis Priilinn

Midwife

Maris Kirss

Midwife

Siiri Ennika

Midwife

Siiri Ennika is a midwife at our Maternity Hospital with more than 20 years of work experience as a midwife in the maternity department of the Women’s Clinic. Siiri has completed various refresher courses and professional training classes to update her knowledge. She has also taken a number of training courses in complementary medicine.

Siiri speaks Estonian and Russian.

She was interested in becoming a midwife at a young age already. According to her, it is heart-warming to be touched by the miracle of pregnancy and childbirth. Her own childbirths and years of work experience have taught her the nature and soul of childbirth, as well as how fragile and delicate a woman is during childbirth. Siiri wants to respect the freedom of choice of every woman and family and to respect their personal decisions deeply. She wants to provide support and compassion for every woman on the journey of becoming, and being, a mother.

If you wish Siiri to be your private midwife, feel free to contact her at Siiri.Ennika@itk.ee or call the maternity department at 620 7159.

Silja Staalfeldt-Rahumägi

Midwife

Tatjana Talja

Midwife

Triin Rootalu

Midwife

Merily Kalm

Midwife

Merily Kalm is a midwife at our Maternity Hospital, with nearly 20 years of work experience as a midwife in the maternity department of the Women’s Clinic, and she is also working as a midwife at our Centre for Infertility Treatment.

Merily speaks Estonian and English.

Merily knew from a young age that she wanted to become a midwife, and she was definitely inspired by her great-grandmother, who had been a midwife.

As a mother, she knows how important it is to have trust and maintain a safe space during childbirth, and she wants to offer exactly that to the women giving birth.

If you wish Merily to be your private midwife, feel free to contact her at Merily.Kalm@itk.ee or call the maternity department at 620 7159.

Ada Alliksoo

Psychologist

Anneli Kruus

Midwife

Anneli Kruus is a midwife at our Maternity Hospital with more than 25 years of work experience as a midwife in the maternity department of the Women’s Clinic. She has completed various refresher courses and professional training classes to update her knowledge.

Anneli speaks Estonian, Russian, German and a little English.

As a midwife, she has been improving and updating her knowledge in a variety of fields including alternative medicine, Chinese medicine, and mental health topics. Her aim is to ensure that childbirth is as natural and safe as possible, and she wants to support families in their choices at one of the most important moments of their life.

Both as a midwife and as a person, she feels it is important to constantly learn and improve, to avoid getting stuck in a comfort zone.

Anneli says that the work of a midwife is never boring and that life should always be exciting and challenging.

If you wish Anneli to be your private midwife, feel free to contact her at Anneli.Kruus@itk.ee or call the maternity department at 620 7159.

Ellu Kullerkann

Midwife

Ellu Kullerkann is a midwife at our Maternity Hospital with more than 25 years of work experience as a midwife in the maternity department of the Women’s Clinic. She has completed various classes and professional training courses to update her knowledge.

Ellu speaks Estonian, Russian and English.

As a midwife, she wants to provide excellent support and help to women during the childbirth process. According to her, the well-being of the mother and the baby, and a family-centred approach, are of utmost importance.

If you wish Ellu to be your private midwife, feel free to contact her at Ellu.Kullerkann@itk.ee or call the maternity department at 620 7159.

Hanna-Oksana Soone

Midwife

Hanna-Oksana Soone is a midwife in our maternity hospital. She has almost 20 years of experience as a midwife in the maternity department of the Women’s Clinic. She has improved herself through additional courses and professional trainings.

Hanna-Oksana communicates in Estonian.

As a midwife, the well-being of the woman and the child and a family-oriented approach are important to her.

If you would like Hanna-Oksana to be your personal midwife, contact her at Hanna-Oksana.Soone@itk.ee or by calling the maternity department at 620-7159.

Kadri Vinkel

Midwife

Kadri Vinkel is a midwife at our Maternity Hospital. Kadri has nearly 30 years of work experience as a midwife in the maternity department of the Women’s Clinic. She has completed various refresher courses and professional training classes to update her knowledge.

Kadri speaks Estonian and Russian.

She says she loves her job and being a midwife is her true calling. Kadri supports the natural course of childbirth but knows that things are not always black and white. She is a good mentor and supporter. For her, the well-being of the mother and the baby, and a family-centred approach are of utmost importance.

If you wish Kadri to be your private midwife, feel free to contact her at Kadri.Vinkel@itk.ee or call the maternity department at 620 7159

Kaili Nisu

Midwife

Kaili Nisu is a midwife in our maternity hospital. Kail has nearly 30 years of experience as a midwife in the maternity department of the Women’s Clinic. She has improved herself through additional courses and professional trainings.

Kaili communicates in Estonian, Russian and English.

Kaili has attended various trainings in psychology, water birth, breastfeeding, spiritual care and natural childbirth. She lectures on natural childbirth and newborn care. Kaili helps every woman find the birthing method that suits her. As a mother of three children, she can appreciate the importance of childbirth for the whole family.

If you would like Kaili to be your personal midwife, contact her at Kaili.Nisu@itk.ee or by calling the maternity department at 620-7159.

Katrin Toomingas

Midwife

Katrin Toomingas is a midwife at our Maternity Hospital. Katrin has nearly 30 years of work experience as a midwife in the maternity department of the Women’s Clinic. She has completed various training courses in order to do her job even better and to provide even better support to those giving birth.

Katrin speaks Estonian and Russian.

As a midwife, she knows how to appreciate the individual wishes of each woman during childbirth while being supportive and giving advice.

If you wish Katrin to be your private midwife, feel free to contact her at Katrin.Toomingas@itk.ee or call the maternity department at 620 7159.

Krista Tikan

Midwife

Krista Tikan is a midwife at our Maternity Hospital with nearly 30 years of work experience as a midwife in the maternity department of the Women’s Clinic. She has completed various refresher courses and professional training classes to update her knowledge.

Krista speaks Estonian, Russian and English.

Krista supports natural childbirth. For her, the well-being of the mother and the baby, and a family-centred approach, are of utmost importance.

If you wish Krista to be your private midwife, feel free to contact her at Krista.Tikan@itk.ee or call the maternity department at 620 7159.

Kristel Treialt

Midwife

Kristel Treialt is a midwife at our Maternity Hospital with more than 20 years of work experience as a midwife in the maternity department of the Women’s Clinic. She has completed various refresher courses and professional training classes to update her knowledge.

Kristel speaks Estonian, Russian and English.

As a midwife, she sees her role to be the one supporting women, so that childbirth is safe and a good experience for everyone.

If you wish Kristel to be your private midwife, feel free to contact her at Kristel.Treialt@itk.ee or call the maternity department at 620 7159.

Marge Ratas

Midwife

Marge Ratas is a midwife in our maternity hospital. She has over 20 years of experience as a midwife in the maternity ward of the Women’s Clinic. Marge has improved herself through participation in additional courses and professional trainings.

Marge communicates in Estonian and Russian.

According to Marge, the midwife makes individual decisions based on the well-being of the mother and child.

Please contact her at Marge.Ratas@itk.ee or by calling the maternity department at 620-7159.

Merilin Kruminš

Midwife

Merilin Kruminš is a midwife at our Maternity Hospital with nearly 20 years of work experience as a midwife in the maternity department of the Women’s Clinic. She has completed various refresher courses and professional training classes to update her knowledge.

Merilin speaks Estonian, Russian and English.

As a midwife, she wants to support and counsel both the woman and the whole family. Expecting a child and giving birth are wonderful and unique events in a woman’s life, and the feelings and experiences associated will remain forever in the soul and the mind. Every woman has been given the strength to carry, give birth to and raise, a child by trusting her body, her senses and choices and the people around her.

If you wish Merilin to be your private midwife, feel free to contact her at Merilin.Krumins@itk.ee or call the maternity department at 620 7159.

Kaidi Laid

Midwife

Kaidi Laid is a midwife at our Maternity Hospital with 20 years of work experience as a midwife in the maternity department of the Women’s Clinic. She has completed various refresher courses and professional training classes to update her knowledge.

Kaidi speaks Estonian, English and Russian.

Kaidi is delighted and inspired by positive feedback from families and a nice attitude toward the cooperation between the midwife and the family. She always feels good knowing that she has been able to help the family thoroughly and that everything is fine. Kaidi feels she has chosen the right profession for her and knows she is doing a vital job. As a mother of two daughters, she understands the importance of safety, support and trust before and during childbirth.

If you wish Kaidi to be your private midwife, feel free to contact her at Kaidi.Laid@itk.ee or call the maternity department at 620 7159.

Irina Ivakina

Midwife

Irina Ivakina is a midwife at our Maternity Hospital with more than 30 years of work experience as a midwife in the maternity department of the Women’s Clinic.

Irina speaks Estonian and Russian.

She is an experienced midwife.

If you wish Irina to be your private midwife, feel free to contact her at Irina.Ivakina@itk.ee or call the maternity department at 620 7159.

Olesja Põder

Midwife

Liisi Aas

Midwife

Tiiu Hallik

Midwife

Kristin Narvik

Midwife

Hedi Pajuste

Midwife

Leili Pärnpuu

Midwife

Laura Rahamägi

Midwife

Aet Maarja Leberecht

Midwife

Kärt Maalinn

Midwife

Marge Põldma

Midwife, Head of Breastfeeding Counseling

Jelizaveta Mikloš

Midwife

Robyn-Stefany Keif

Laboratory specialist

Robyn-Stefany Keif graduated from Tallinn University of Technology with a degree in applied chemistry and biotechnology. After finishing her master’s studies in 2021, she started working at the Centre for Infertility Treatment of East Tallinn Central Hospital. She has participated in several professional conferences, both in Estonia and abroad. 
On a daily basis, Robyn-Stefany Keif works in the laboratory of the Centre for Infertility Treatment, where she deals with all procedures related to in vitro fertilization. Robyn-Stefany Keif is a member of the Estonian Society of Fertility Treatment and Embryology.

Ilona Sinskaja

Midwife

Ilona Sinskaja is a midwife at our maternity hospital. She has more than 20 years of experience as a midwife in the maternity department of the Women’s Clinic. Ilona is constantly improving her skills by attending seminars and keeping track of modern trends. Ilona communicates in Estonian and Russian.

As a midwife, she considers it important to be caring and know how to support a woman in difficult moments. If a pregnant woman is calm and in a positive mood, this is already 90% of success and health. Midwifery is her life – the profession has given her a calling and the feeling that she is doing the right job.

If you would like Ilona to be your personal midwife, contact her at Ilona.Sinskaja@itk.ee or by calling the maternity department at 620-7159.

Kirlin Meejärv

Midwife

Kirlin Meejärv is a midwife in our maternity hospital. Kail has nearly 30 years of experience as a midwife in the maternity department of the Women’s Clinic. Kirlin communicates in Estonian and English.

Love for her work inspires and motivates Kirlin and makes her committed. The work of a midwife is versatile and interesting, where one never gets bored. She considers it a great privilege and joy to be with families in such special and unique moments of life as the birth of such a small person. Although many changes have taken place in the world, the main task of a midwife has remained the same throughout the centuries - to be by a woman's side, listen to her, support her, and help her.

If you would like Kirlin to be your personal midwife, contact her at  Kirlin.Meejarv@itk.ee or by calling the maternity department at 620-7159.

Laura Ong

Nurse

Laura Ong on lõpetanud Tallinna Tervishoiu Kõrgkooli õenduse erialal 2024. aastal. Ida-Tallinna keskhaiglas töötab ta 2021. aastast. Viljatusravikeskuses asus ta tööle 2022.aasta lõpus. Igapäevasteks õe  ülesandeks viljatusravikeskuses on nõustada viljatusprobleemidega patsiente ja abistada arste protseduuridel. Ta on täiendanud ennast erinevatel koolitustel ja kuulub Viljatusravi ja Embrüloogia seltsi.

Anastassia Koppel

günekoloog

Brigita Tamm

Head of Clinic

Anna Kostjutšenko

Gynaecologist

Kadri Margus

Pediatrician

Darja Valge

Midwife

Darja Valge graduated from Tartu Health Care College as a midwife in 2009. She has been working at the East Tallinn Central Hospital since 2008. Darja Valge has worked in both the Maternity and Neonatology departments for over 10 years, and she has been working in the Centre for Infertility Treatment since 2018. Darja has developed herself professionally at various trainings, conferences, and seminars, and is a member of the Estonian Society of Fertility Treatment and Embryology .

Counselling, reception of the infertile, and fertility treatment procedures.

Silja Ostrat

Gynaecologist

Kärt Laanejärv

Midwife

Kärt Laanejärv is a midwife at the Breast Centre. Kärt has more than 12 years of experience as a midwife in maternity counselling at our Women’s Clinic. Kärt communicates in Estonian, Russian, and English. Contact rind@itk.ee

Gabor Szirko

Head of Breast Centre, Mammologist

Gabor Szirko graduated from the Faculty of Medicine of the University of Tartu in 2006, and completed his residency in obstetrics and gynaecology in 2010. He received further training in the field of breast surgery at Skåne University Hospital, in Sweden, and Tampere University Hospital, in Finland. Today, Dr. Szirko works as the chief mammologist at the hospital’s Women’s Clinic, specialising in the surgical treatment of breast cancer. In addition, he also practices benign gynaecology and urogynaecology and is the residency coordinator of the Women’s Clinic. Dr. Szirko has been the Head of the Breast Centre since 2024.

Aleksandr Schotter

Gynaecologist

Mariliis Kippar

Midwife

Mariliis Kippar is a midwife at the Breast Centre. Mariliis has over 16 years of experience as a midwife in the maternity department of our Women’s Clinic. Mariliis communicates in Estonian, Russian, and English. Contact rind@itk.ee

Joanna Nahku

Senior Clinical Embryologist

Joanna Nahku is a graduate of Tallinn University of Technology’s master’s studies programme in genetic engineering. From 2023, she has held the internationally recognized ESHRE (European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology) clinical senior embryologist certificate. She has developed herself professionally on a regular basis at various international trainings both in Estonia and Europe.

Joanna Nahku has been working as an embryologist at the Centre for Infertility Treatment of East Tallinn Central Hospital since 2007. Thus, she has very long-term experience in all in vitro fertilization procedures (IUI/IVF/ICSI) as well as the freezing and thawing of embryos, eggs and sperm.

Joanna Nahku is a member of the Estonian Society of Fertility Treatment and Embryology, and the European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology (ESHRE).

Maria Lepik

Gynecologist - Mammologist