Education and Specialization
- 2015–2021 — David Tvildiani Medical University, Tbilisi, Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree.
Six-year program, fully in English, compliant with US medical education standards and international requirements, including preparation for USMLE.
Structure of training: basic medical sciences (2.5 years), clinical disciplines (2.5 years), internship (final year).
Work Experience
- 02.2026 — present — Private Psychiatric Clinic “Psychea”, Tbilisi, psychiatrist:
— independent diagnosis and patient assessment;
— development of treatment plan and pharmacotherapy;
— psychoeducation of patients and their families. - 04.2026 — present — “A-Clinic”, Tbilisi, psychiatrist:
— independent diagnosis and assessment;
— treatment and management of pharmacotherapy;
— psychoeducation. - 04.2026 — present — “Silk Medical” International Clinic, Tbilisi, psychiatrist:
— independent diagnosis and assessment;
— treatment and management of pharmacotherapy;
— psychoeducation. - 06.2023–01.2026 — Tbilisi, junior physician (physician assistant) in outpatient settings:
— comprehensive psychiatric examinations;
— adjustment of pharmacotherapy;
— psychoeducation;
— interaction with social services to ensure continuity of care. - 09.2021–06.2023 — Georgian Association for Mental Health (GAMH), Tbilisi, junior physician as part of mobile psychiatric team:
— emergency care for psychiatric crises at home;
— assessment of environmental factors;
— development of safety plans with family involvement;
— psychoeducation for stabilization and treatment adherence. - 04.2023–05.2023 — Keystone Behavioral Health, Chambersburg, Pennsylvania, USA, psychiatry intern:
— observation of patient assessment and treatment with focus on addiction psychiatry;
— familiarization with esketamine program and transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS).
Scientific and Teaching Experience
- 10.2023 — present — Guest lecturer, International Medical School, Alte University, Tbilisi:
— conducting interactive lectures for ~200 students per semester on anatomy, neuroanatomy, physiology, immunology and problem-based learning (PBL);
— developing tests and creating an educational environment that promotes critical thinking.
Scientific Publications
- “Long-term Preservation TMS for Major Depressive Disorder: A Case Series”
(Irakli Mania, Zeeshan Faruqui, Mariam Gigilashvili, Nino Akubardia)
Published on Psychiatrist.com. - “Acute Myocardial Infarction and Antiphospholipid Syndrome: An Updated Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis”
(Arash Ghani Dehkordi et al., Nino Akubardia)
Published in Annals of Medicine & Surgery (2025). - Chapter in book: “Therapeutic Potential of Medicinal Mushrooms on Alzheimer’s Disease”
(Abdelrahman T. I. Albahttiti, Nino Akubardia, Daniya Tasnim, Lara Hamzeh)
In collection “Medicinal Mushrooms: An Emerging Superfood for Brain Health”, Springer Nature (2025).
Advanced Training
- 10.2025 — present — participation in international project Dawn Therapeutics (Imperial College London, Prof. Nagi Habib) on developing new treatments for schizophrenia.
- Symposium “New in Sleep Science” — presentation “Brain Waves and Dreams in Clinical Practice”, IV International Scientific Session of Students and Young Scientists, Tbilisi.
- Symposium on managing clinical complexity in children with neurodevelopment — presentation “Treatment of Epileptic Syndromes in Children”, Tbilisi.
- 2019 — certificate in clinical reasoning (Practicum Script Clinical Reasoning Workshop), international online training.
- 2018 — Vaccinology Summer School, University of Antwerp, Belgium.
- 2018 — Clinical Update in Endocrinology, Department of Endocrinology, Diabetes and Nutrition, Mayo Clinic, Tbilisi.
Professional Skills
- Clinical psychiatric practice.
- Intercultural communication.
- Academic teaching and curriculum development.
- Scientific publications and research work.
- Teamwork and leadership.
- Crisis intervention in mental health.
Volunteer Activities
- October 2018 — Vaccination Awareness Days Coordinator, Tbilisi:
— organizing events within World Immunization Week;
— promoting vaccination literacy. - September 2024 — Volunteer psychologist, UCESCO Africa, Nairobi, Kenya:
— psychiatric assessment and community support;
— collaboration with local NGOs to improve mental health of vulnerable groups.
Languages of Consultation
- Georgian.
- English.
