The Faculty of Medicine is an open, modern and continuously growing academic community that prepares responsible, competent and critical-thinking professionals in healthcare and social welfare. In a changing world, we consider it important not only to provide knowledge, but also to develop the ability to analyse, collaborate, make responsible decisions, and act professionally and ethically.
Studies at the Faculty are based on the unity of theory, practice and research. We aim to ensure that students not only acquire professional knowledge and practical skills but also understand the importance of research in professional practice, can rely on evidence, critically evaluate information, and apply it in their professional activities. We seek to educate professionals who are not only practitioners, but also reflective, curious and continuously developing specialists in their field.
At the Faculty of Medicine, special attention is paid to applied research, evidence-based practice, innovation, academic dialogue and cooperation. We believe that progress emerges when studies, research and practice become an integrated process that encourages the search for solutions, the creation of new ideas, and a responsible response to the needs of society and the healthcare system.
On this page, we invite you to learn more about the Faculty of Medicine's activities, study opportunities, research and project activities, our community, initiatives, and other relevant information. We hope this page helps you get to know us better as an open, responsible, and modern community where personal growth, professional development, and a meaningful contribution to societal well-being are highly valued.
Dr Danguolė Šakalytė
Dean
Study programmes implemented at the Faculty:
General Practice Nursing
Oral Hygiene
Dental Technology
Physiotherapy
Cosmetology
Odontological Care
Social Work
For questions related to the organisation of the study process, professional training, cooperation and project activities, please contact the chair of the relevant study programme committee.
Chair of the General Practice Nursing Study Programme Committee:
Dr Danguolė Šakalytė
d.sakalyte@utenos-kolegija.lt
Chair of the Oral Hygiene Study Programme Committee:
Viktorija Čepukienė
viktorija.cepukiene@utenos-kolegija.lt
Chair of the Dental Technology Study Programme Committee:
Aušra Stoškienė
ausra.stoskiene@utenos-kolegija.lt
Chair of the Dental Assistance Study Programme Committee:
Greta Tilindė
greta.tilinde@utenos-kolegija.lt
Chair of the Physiotherapy Study Programme Committee:
Vaida Kerulienė
vaida.keruliene@utenos-kolegija.lt
Chair of the Cosmetology Study Programme Committee:
Laura Macijauskienė
laura.macijauskiene@utenos-kolegija.lt
Chair of the Social Work Study Programme Committee:
Edmundas Vaitiekus
edmundas.vaitiekus@utenos-kolegija.lt
The Faculty has the following facilities:
Evidence-Based Practice and Clinical Simulation Training Laboratory
Oral Care Practical Training and Technology Centre
Cosmetology Practical Training and Aesthetic Care Laboratory
Physiotherapy and Functional Assessment Laboratory
Social Work Innovation and Artificial Intelligence Laboratory
Research Activities
Research activities at the Faculty of Medicine are developed in the fields of Health Sciences and Social Sciences.
The Faculty conducts research in nursing, oral care, rehabilitation, social work, cosmetology and educational sciences. Particular attention is given to evidence-based practice, issues related to an ageing society, study innovations and the application of artificial intelligence.
The Faculty conducts applied research, develops national and international projects, and integrates its results into studies, professional practice, and innovation development. Partnerships with social partners, healthcare and social service institutions, and participants in the innovation ecosystem are fostered to promote the application of research results and knowledge transfer. In this context, opportunities for spin-off initiatives are also being developed to apply and commercialise the results of evidence-based practice, educational innovations and digital solutions.
Main research areas:
Research in oral care, dental assistance and dental restoration.
Research in physical health, rehabilitation and quality of life.
Research in cosmetology innovations and the safety of beauty services.
Research in nursing practice, patient care and health technologies.
Research in social inclusion, professional well-being and sustainable development.
Research in specialist training, educational innovations and evidence-based nursing / practice.
We are open to cooperation, new initiatives and proposals.
More information:
Dean of the Faculty of Medicine, Dr Danguolė Šakalytė
Tel. +370 683 64009
E-mail: d.sakalyte@utenos-kolegija.lt
Conferences
Evidence-Based Practice: From Health to Social Well-Being
National Associations
LETA Association. Members: Žydra Kuprėnaitė, Rūta Puidokė, dr. Danguolė Šakalytė, Ramunė Ubeikienė, Edmundas Vaitiekus.
Lithuanian Physiotherapists Association. Members: Diana Damicijonė, Vaida Kerulienė, Edmantas Rėkus, Aurimas Tilindis.
Lithuanian Dental Hygienists Association. Members: Viktorija Čepukienė, Miglė Leikutė, Asta Šulskienė.
Lithuanian Association of Social Workers. Member: Edmundas Vaitiekus.
Lithuanian Association of Schools of Social Work (LSDMA). Utenos kolegija HEI is represented by Edmundas Vaitiekus, who has been elected to the LSDMA Council.
Chamber of Dentists of the Republic of Lithuania. Members: Viktorija Čepukienė, Kristina Gečiauskienė, Artūras Laukys, Miglė Leikutė, Jaunius Mickus, Virgina Rudėnienė, Aušra Stoškienė, Asta Šulskienė, Zigrida Kaulinienė, Greta Tilindė, Modesta Vedegė.
International Associations
ENPHE (European Network of Physiotherapy in Higher Education) –Aurimas Tilindis, e-mail: aurimas.tilindis@utenos-kolegija.lt
EASSW (European Association of Schools of Social Work) –Edmundas Vaitiekus, e-mail: e.vaitiekus@utenos-kolegija.lt
EANS (European Academy for Nursing Science) –dr. Danguolė Šakalytė is a full memeber,
e-mail: d.sakalyte@utenos-kolegija.lt
ETNA (European Transcultural Nursing Association) - Rūta Puidokė, e-mail: ruta.puidoke@utenos-kolegija.lt