Day 1: 20.10.2025
Educational Course in Research
1400-1640 Educational Course in Research “ MALPRACTICE IN MEDICAL PRACTICE CONCERNING BRAIN HEALTH”
Location: Room No. 3 (basement), Ștefan cel Mare și Sfânt Blvd., No. 194B, Department of Philosophy and
Bioethics, Laboratory of Brain Health and Bioethics
MODERATORS
Ion BANARI (Republic of Moldova), PhD in Philosophy, Associate Professor, Department of Philosophy and Bioethics “Nicolae Testemițanu,” USMF “Nicolae Testemițanu"
Viorel COJOCARU (Republic of Moldova),, PhD in Philosophy, University Assistant, Department of Philosophy and Bioethics “Nicolae Testemițanu,” USMF “Nicolae Testemițanu"
Maria ALUAȘ (Romania), PhD, Associate Professor, “Iuliu Hațieganu” University of Medicine and Pharmacy and “Babeș-Bolyai” University, Cluj-Napoca, Romania
Secretary
Ludmila RUBANOVICI (Republic of Moldova), PhD in Philosophy, Associate Professor, Department of Philosophy and Bioethics, USMF “Nicolae Testemițanu”
Email: ludmila.rubanovici@usmf.md
Tel.: 079552151
COMMUNICATIONS
PROGRAMME | |
1400-1420 | Registration of participants |
1420-1430 | Opening remarks |
1430-1610 | Vitalie OJOVANU (Republic of Moldova), Dr. Habil., Associate Professor - The relevance of addressing malpractice in contemporary medicine, with emphasis on neurological dysfunctions Ion BANARI (Republic of Moldova), PhD, Associate Professor - Ethical issues in the care of patients with degenerative neurological disorders Anatolie EȘANU (Republic of Moldova), PhD, Associate Professor - Mental health in the context of contemporary bioethics Ludmila RUBANOVICI (Republic of Moldova), PhD, Associate Professor - Certain bioethical and legal aspects in managing neurological malpractice Stela SPÎNU (Republic of Moldova), PhD, Associate Professor - Mindfulness and medical communication in stress management Viorel COJOCARU (Republic of Moldova), PhD, University Assistant - Challenges in determining malpractice among detainees with neurological conditions |
1610-1630 | Questions and discussions. |
1630-1640 | Closing remarks of the educational course |
BOOK PRESENTATION WITH INTERACTIVE SESSION
1640-1730 Book Presentation with Interactive Session “APPLIED ETHICS IN DENTISTRY: FROM THEORY TO CLINICAL DECISION”
Location: Room No. 3 (basement), Ștefan cel Mare și Sfânt Blvd., No. 194B, Department of Philosophy and Bioethics,
Laboratory of Brain Health and Bioethics
MODERATORS
Ion BANARI (Republic of Moldova), PhD in Philosophy, Associate Professor, Department of Philosophy and Bioethics “Nicolae Testemițanu,” USMF “Nicolae Testemițanu"
Viorel COJOCARU (Republic of Moldova), PhD in Philosophy, University Assistant, Department of Philosophy and Bioethics “Nicolae Testemițanu,” USMF “Nicolae Testemițanu"
Maria ALUAȘ (Romania), PhD, Associate Professor, “Iuliu Hațieganu” University of Medicine and Pharmacy and “Babeș-Bolyai” University, Cluj-Napoca, Romania
Secretary
Ludmila RUBANOVICI (Republic of Moldova), PhD in Philosophy, Associate Professor, Department of Philosophy and Bioethics, USMF “Nicolae Testemițanu”
Email: ludmila.rubanovici@usmf.md
Tel.: 079552151
- During this event, Assoc. Prof. Maria ALUAȘ, PhD, from “Iuliu Hațieganu” University of Medicine and Pharmacy and “Babeș-Bolyai” University, Cluj-Napoca, Romania, will present her book “Applied Ethics in Dentistry: From Theory to Clinical Decision”.
- A discussion session with participants will follow, focusing on the ideas presented by the author.
PROGRAMME
1640-1730 | Maria ALUAȘ (Romania), PhD, Associate Professor, “Iuliu Hațieganu” University of Medicine and Pharmacy and “Babeș-Bolyai” University, Cluj-Napoca, Romania - Book Presentation “Applied Ethics in Dentistry: From Theory to Clinical Decision” |
RESEARCH WORKSHOPS
0900-1030
Research Workshop - STRATEGIC SKILLS LABORATORY “INTEGRATED PSYCHOLOGICAL INTERVENTION (IPI)”
Location: Department of Mental Health, Medical Psychology, and Psychotherapy, IMSP SCP, Str. Costiujeni 3, 6th Floor (EMC Room)
MODERATOR
Igor NASTAS (Republic of Moldova), MD, PhD, Associate Professor, Department of Mental Health,
Medical Psychology, and Psychotherapy, USMF “Nicolae Testemițanu”
Secretary
Mihaela BELOUS (Republic of Moldova), Psychiatry Resident, Junior Researcher, Laboratory of Mental Health, Department of Mental Health, Medical Psychology, and Psychotherapy, USMF “Nicolae Testemițanu”
Email: belous.mihaela.usmf@gmail.com
Tel: 060593673
PROGRAMME
0900-1030 | Igor NASTAS (Republic of Moldova), Mihaela BELOUS (Republic of Moldova), Mǎdǎlina BIVOL (Republic of Moldova), Radislav COŞULEAN (Republic of Moldova), Dorin JELAGA (Republic of Moldova), Natalia CARAMAN (Republic of Moldova), Mihaela SǍCULȚANU (Republic of Moldova), Ștefan PISTRUI (Republic of Moldova) - Practical session dedicated to the application of IPI in multidisciplinary teams, with emphasis on brief intervention techniques, integrated assessment, and community adaptation. Questions and discussions |
0900-1030
Research Workshop — INTERACTIVE PSYCHOTHERAPY LABORATORY “DIALECTICAL BEHAVIOR THERAPY (DBT) IN ACTION: STRATEGIES FOR WORKING WITH EMOTIONAL INSTABILITY IN BORDERLINE PERSONALITY DISORDER”
Location: Department of Mental Health, Medical Psychology, and Psychotherapy, IMSP SCP, Str. Costiujeni 3, 6th Floor (Student Room)
MODERATOR
Inga DELIV (Republic of Moldova), MD, PhD, Associate Professor, Department of Mental Health,
Medical Psychology, and Psychotherapy, USMF “Nicolae Testemițanu”
Secretary
Mihaela BELOUS (Republic of Moldova), Psychiatry Resident, Junior Researcher, Laboratory of Mental Health, Department of Mental Health, Medical Psychology, and Psychotherapy, USMF “Nicolae Testemițanu”
Email: belous.mihaela.usmf@gmail.com
Tel: 060593673
PROGRAMME
0900-1030 | Cornelia ADEOLA (Republic of Moldova) - University Assistant, Clinical Psychologist, Psychotherapist, Department of Mental Health, Medical Psychology, and Psychotherapy, USMF “Nicolae Testemițanu” - Practical exercises in mindfulness, emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, with emphasis on case studies, role plays, and applied feedback aimed at developing clinical skills for working with individuals experiencing emotional instability in borderline personality disorder. Questions and discussions |
1045-1230 Research Workshop — PRACTICE-BASED DIALOGUE: CLINICAL REFLECTIONS IN CHILD PSYCHIATRY
Location: : Conference Hall (Administrative Block) IMSP SCP, Str. Costiujeni 3
MODERATORS
Jana CHIHAI (Republic of Moldova), Vice-Rector for Research and Innovation, MD, PhD, Dr. Habil., Associate Professor, Head of the Department of Mental Health, Medical Psychology, and Psychotherapy, Senior Researcher, USMF “Nicolae Testemițanu”
Alina BOLOGAN (Republic of Moldova), University Assistant, Department of Mental Health,
Medical Psychology, and Psychotherapy, Senior Researcher, USMF “Nicolae Testemițanu”
Secretary
Mihaela BELOUS (Republic of Moldova), Psychiatry Resident, Junior Researcher, Laboratory of Mental Health, Department of Mental Health, Medical Psychology, and Psychotherapy, USMF “Nicolae Testemițanu”
Email: belous.mihaela.usmf@gmail.com
Tel: 060593673
PROGRAMME
1045-1230 | Florina RAD (Romania), President of the Romanian Association of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and Allied Professions (ARPCAPA), Senior Consultant in Pediatric Psychiatry, PhD in Medical Sciences, Department of Pediatric Psychiatry, “Carol Davila” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Bucharest - Autism Spectrum Disorder — From Biological Markers to Clinical Practice Lucia Emanuela ANDREI (Romania), University Assistant, Discipline of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, “Carol Davila” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Bucharest - The Impact of Executive Functions on Self-Injurious Behavior in Adolescents Raluca NICA (Romania), PhD in Psychology, Executive Director of the Romanian League for Mental Health, Member of the Board of the European organization GAMIAN-Europe - Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy for Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder in Adolescents Larisa BORONIN (Republic of Moldova), MD, PhD, Associate Professor, Department of Mental Health, Medical Psychology, and Psychotherapy, USMF “Nicolae Testemițanu” - Autism Spectrum Disorder and the Gut–Brain Axis: Diagnostic and Therapeutic Perspectives Jana CHIHAI (Republic of Moldova), Vice-Rector for Research and Innovation, MD, PhD, Associate Professor, Head of the Department of Mental Health, Medical Psychology, and Psychotherapy, USMF “Nicolae Testemițanu” - An Integrated Approach to ADHD in Current Practice: The Role of Supplements and Phytotherapy Questions and discussions |
1045-1230 Research Workshop — INTERACTIVE WORKSHOP: DE-ESCALATION TECHNIQUES
Location: Department of Mental Health, Medical Psychology, and Psychotherapy, IMSP SCP, Str. Costiujeni 3, 6th Floor (EMC Room + Hall)
MODERATOR
Igor NASTAS (Republic of Moldova), MD, PhD, Associate Professor, Department of Mental Health,
Medical Psychology, and Psychotherapy, USMF “Nicolae Testemițanu”
Secretary
Mihaela BELOUS (Republic of Moldova), Psychiatry Resident, Junior Researcher, Laboratory of Mental Health, Department of Mental Health, Medical Psychology, and Psychotherapy, USMF “Nicolae Testemițanu”
Email: belous.mihaela.usmf@gmail.com
Tel: 060593673
1045-1230 | Mihaela BELOUS (Republic of Moldova), Mǎdǎlina BIVOL (Republic of Moldova), Radislav COŞULEAN (Republic of Moldova), Dorin JELAGA (Republic of Moldova), Romil POPESCU (Republic of Moldova), Ștefan PISTRUI (Republic of Moldova) - “Management of the Aggressive Patient. De-escalation Techniques” |
DIDACTIC EDUCATIONAL WORKSHOP
1030-1330 DIDACTIC EDUCATIONAL WORKSHOP “CURRENT ACHIEVEMENTS IN THE DIAGNOSIS AND TREATMENT OF AUTOIMMUNE DISEASES IN NEUROLOGY
Location: Senate Hall, USMF “Nicolae Testemițanu”
MODERATORS
Prof. Dr. Vitalie LISNIC (Republic of Moldova), MD, PhD, Dr. hab. MSc, University Professor, Head of the Department of Neurology No. 1, USMF “Nicolae Testemițanu,” Chișinău, Republic of Moldova
Prof. Dr. Carmen Adella SÎRBU (Romania), University Professor, “Carol Davila” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Bucharest, Romania
Prof. Dr. Konrad REJDAK (Poland), Head of the Department of Neurology, University of Medicine, Lublin, Poland
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Marina SANGHELI (Republic of Moldova), MD, PhD, Associate Professor, Head of Studies, Department of Neurology No. 1, USMF “Nicolae Testemițanu,” Chișinău, Republic of Moldova
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Elena MANOLE (Republic of Moldova), MD, PhD, Associate Professor, Department of Neurology No. 1, USMF “Nicolae Testemițanu,” Chișinău, Republic of Moldova
Secretary
Victoria ȘIMON (Republic of Moldova), University Assistant, Department of Neurology No. 1, USMF “Nicolae Testemițanu”
Email: victoria.simon@usmf.md
Tel: 069 105055
PROGRAMME
10:30 – 10:45 Approach to Autoimmune Diseases in the Republic of Moldova Prof. Dr. Vitalie LISNIC, Chișinău, Republic of Moldova
10:45 – 11:30 Updates in Disease-Modifying Therapies for Multiple Sclerosis. Why Time Matters in MS Prof. Dr. Carmen Adella SÎRBU, Bucharest, Romania
11:30 – 12:15 Expanding the Understanding of Immune Reconstitution Therapy in MS: The State of the Art Prof. Dr. Konrad REJDAK, Lublin, Poland
12:15 – 12:30 Updates in the Diagnosis and Treatment of Neuromyelitis Optica Spectrum Disorders Dr. Olesea ODAINIC, MD, PhD, Chișinău, Republic of Moldova
12:30 – 12:45 Approach to Vertigo in Patients with Multiple Sclerosis Assoc. Prof. Dr. Marina SANGHELI, Chișinău, Republic of Moldova
12:45 – 13:00 The National Registry of Patients with Multiple Sclerosis Dr. Anna BELENCIUC, MD, PhD Student, Chișinău, Republic of Moldova
13:00 – 13:15 Clinico-Immunological Correlations in Myasthenia Gravis Dr. Ana-Maria BUBUIOC, MD, PhD Student, Chișinău, Republic of Moldova
13:15 – 13:30 Questions and Answers Session
COMMEMORATIVE SESSION
0900-1010 COMMEMORATIVE MEETING DEDICATED TO ACADEMICIAN
DIOMID GHERMAN – THE PATRIARCH OF NEUROLOGY IN MOLDOVA
Location: Senate Hall, USMF ”Nicolae Testemițanu”
MODERATORS
Prof. Dr. Vitalie LISNIC (Republic of Moldova), Dr. Habil. in Medical Sciences, University Professor, Head of the Department of Neurology No. 1, USMF ”Nicolae Testemițanu”, Chișinău, Republic of Moldova
Prof. Dr. Mihail GAVRILIUC (Republic of Moldova), Dr. Habil. in Medical Sciences, University Professor, Department of Neurology No. 1, USMF ”Nicolae Testemițanu”, Chișinău, Republic of Moldova
Secretary
Victoria ȘIMON (Republic of Moldova), University Assistant, Department of Neurology No. 1, USMF „Nicolae Testemițanu”
Email: victoria.simon@usmf.md
Tel: 069 105055
PROGRAMME
9:00 – 9:40 The Life and Work of Academician Diomid Gherman Prof. Dr. Mihail GAVRILIUC, Chișinău, Republic of Moldova |
9:40 – 10:10 Diomid Gherman — Distinguished Teacher, Scholar, Clinician, and Founder of the Society of Neurologists of the Republic of Moldova Prof. Dr. Vitalie LISNIC, Chișinău, Republic of Moldova |
RESEARCH WORKSHOP IN A NEW FORMAT
– Live Research Lab
1300-1600 Research Workshop in a New Format – Live Research Lab – MECHANICAL THROMBECTOMY – FROM SCIENCE FICTION TO A DAILY ROUTINE PROCEDURE
Location: Biplane Angiography Room, Institute of Neurology and Neurosurgery, str. Korolenko 2,
Block 1, 1st floor
MODERATOR
Ion PREGUZA (Republic of Moldova), University Assistant, Department of Neurosurgery, USMF „Nicolae Testemițanu”
Secretary
Ion PREGUZA (Republic of Moldova), University Assistant, Department of Neurosurgery, USMF „Nicolae Testemițanu”
Email: ion_preguza@yahoo.com
Tel : 069588314
PROGRAMME
1300-1305 | Registration of participants |
1305-1310 | Opening remarks. |
1310-1545 | Ion PREGUZA (Republic of Moldova), University Assistant, Department of Neurosurgery, USMF „Nicolae Testemițanu” - Mechanical thrombectomy. Indications, principles of the procedure, thrombectomy, thrombaspiration, complications, outcomes. |
- Mechanical thrombectomy — Performing the procedure on a life-size silicone model with artificial thrombus, in the angiography room, by the participants. | |
1545-1600 | Questions and discussions. |
COMMEMORATIVE SESSION
1330-1600 Commemorative Session Dedicated to Academician Alexandru NACU:
A LIFE DEVOTED TO SCIENCE AND HUMANITY!
Location: University Socio-Cultural Complex, Str. Nicolae Testemițanu 25, 3rd floor
MODERATORS
Ion COȘCIUG (Republic of Moldova), PhD in Medical Sciences, Associate Professor, Department of Mental Health, Medical Psychology and Psychotherapy, USMF „Nicolae Testemițanu”
Valentin OPREA (Republic of Moldova), PhD in Medical Sciences, Associate Professor, Department of Mental Health, Medical Psychology and Psychotherapy, USMF „Nicolae Testemițanu”
Inga DELIV (Republic of Moldova), PhD in Medical Sciences, Associate Professor, Department of Mental Health, Medical Psychology and Psychotherapy, USMF „Nicolae Testemițanu”
Jana CHIHAI (Republic of Moldova), Vice-Rector for Research and Innovation, Dr. Habil. in Medical Sciences, Associate Professor, Head of the Department of Mental Health, Medical Psychology and Psychotherapy, USMF „Nicolae Testemițanu”
Secretary
Natalia CARAMAN (Republic of Moldova), Resident Physician, Department of Mental Health, Medical Psychology and Psychotherapy, USMF „Nicolae Testemițanu”
Email: caraman.n17@gmail.com
Tel: +37368714714
PROGRAMME
1330-1400 | Opening of the commemorative session “Tribute to a Life Dedicated to Medicine, Education, and Research” - Welcome address on behalf of USMF „Nicolae Testemițanu” - Welcome address on behalf of the Ministry of Health of the Republic of Moldova - Welcome address on behalf of the Academy of Sciences of Moldova |
1400-1415 | “The Name That Unites Generations” Video collage “In Memoriam Academician Alexandru NACU” from colleagues, collaborators, family, and medical residents |
1415-1515 | “In Memoriam Academician Alexandru NACU — Pages of Life and a Model of Integrity” · Valentin OPREA (Republic of Moldova) — PhD in Medical Sciences, Associate Professor, Department of Mental Health, Medical Psychology and Psychotherapy, USMF „Nicolae Testemițanu” “Academician Alexandru NACU — Scientific Contributions and Impact on Modern Psychiatry” · Ghenadie CǍRǍUȘU (Republic of Moldova) — Dr. Habil. in Medical Sciences, Associate Professor, Department of Mental Health, Medical Psychology and Psychotherapy, USMF „Nicolae Testemițanu” · Eva GUDUMAC (Republic of Moldova), Vice President of the Academy of Sciences of Moldova in the field of Life Sciences, Doctor Habilitated in Medical Sciences, University Professor, Academician of the Academy of Sciences of Moldova, Eminent Person, Department of Pediatric Surgery, Orthopedics and Anesthesiology “Natalia Gheorghiu” · Mihai POPOVICI (Republic of Moldova), Dr. Habil. in Medical Sciences, University Professor, Academician of the Academy of Sciences of Moldova, Founder of the Institute of Cardiology, of the National Cardiology Service, and of the Scientific School of Cardiology in the Republic of Moldova, Member of the First Parliament of the Republic of Moldova and Signatory of the Declaration of Independence, Knight of the Order of the Republic · Ion MEREUȚǍ (Republic of Moldova), Dr. Habil. in Medical Sciences, University Professor, Academician of the Academy of Sciences of Moldova, Corresponding Member of the Academy of Sciences of Moldova, Director of the Institute of Physiology and Sanocreatology, President of the “Gh. Țibirnă” Academy of Medical Sciences of the Republic of Moldova |
1515-1540 | “Between Academic Vocation and Love for Dear Ones” · Anatol NACU (Republic of Moldova), University Professor, Department of Mental Health, Medical Psychology and Psychotherapy, USMF „Nicolae Testemițanu” · Eugenia CALENICI (NACU) (Republic of Moldova) Photo collage “In Memoriam Academician Alexandru NACU” |
1540-1600 | CEREMONY OF UNVEILING THE COMMEMORATIVE PLAQUE “IN MEMORIAM ACADEMICIAN ALEXANDRU NACU” |
- Jana CHIHAI (Republic of Moldova) , Vice-Rector for Research and Innovation, Dr. Habil. in Medical Sciences, Associate Professor, Head of the Department of Mental Health, Medical Psychology and Psychotherapy, USMF „Nicolae Testemițanu”
Academic Teaser: “The Department of Mental Health, Medical Psychology and Psychotherapy” dedicated to the memory of Academician Alexandru NACU. |
Day 2: 21.10.2025
Research Workshop
1400-1900
Research Workshop “STROKE: RISK FACTORS, PREVENTION, DIAGNOSTIC METHODS, AND TREATMENT”
Location: Conference Hall, Institute of Emergency Medicine, Block IV, 1st Floor, 1 Toma Ciorbă Street
MODERATORS
Stanislav GROPPA (Republic of Moldova), Academician, Dr. Habil. in Medical Sciences, University Professor, Department of Neurology No. 2, USMF „Nicolae Testemițanu”
Eremei ZOTA (Republic of Moldova), MD, Associate Professor, Department of Neurology No. 2, USMF „Nicolae Testemițanu”
Sorin PLOTNICU (Republic of Moldova), Head of Studies, Department of Neurology No. 2, USMF „Nicolae Testemițanu”
Lev PRYSTUPIUK (Ukraine), MD, Program Coordinator “Angels,” Kyiv, Ukraine
Secretary
Daniela EFREMOVA (Republic of Moldova), PhD Student, Department of Neurology No. 2, USMF „Nicolae Testemițanu”
Email: daniela.efremova88@gmail.com
Tel: 068022486
PROGRAMME
1400-1420 | Registration of participants |
1420-1430 | Opening remarks. |
1430-1455 1455-1530 1530-1540 1540-1600 1610-1700 1700-1710 1710-1730 1730-1830 | 1. Stroke: General Data, Risk Factors, Prevention (Natalia Ciobanu, Daniela Efremova) Definition and pathophysiology of stroke Stroke risk factors; assessment of individual stroke risk (use of scoring systems). Stroke prevention strategies Interactive workshop: clinical case presentations Break 2. Diagnostic Methods in Stroke. (Sorin Plotnicu, Natalia Ciobanu, Olga Bucataru) Computed tomography (CT), CT angiography, CT perfusion, MRI Doppler ultrasound of cerebral vessels Hands-on training: Basic techniques in Doppler ultrasonography for cerebrovascular pathology assessment (2 student groups) Break 3. Stepwise Management of Stroke. Treatment Methods in Acute Stroke: Systemic Intravenous Thrombolysis / Mechanical Thrombectomy (Eremei Zota, Igor Crivorucica, Danu Glavan, Andrei Filioglo) Hands-on training: 1. Simulation of an acute stroke case in the Emergency Department (30 min, Subgroup I) 2. Visit to the Angiography Room: clinical case presentations (30 min, Subgroup II) |
1830-1900 | Closing remarks of the workshop |
Satellite Symposium with international participation, organized in collaboration with the European Psychiatric Association (EPA)
0830-1030 Satellite Symposium with international participation, organized in collaboration with the European Psychiatric Association (EPA)
Location: University Socio-Cultural Complex, Main Hall, Strada Nicolae Testemițanu 25
MODERATORS
Jana CHIHAI (Republic of Moldova), Vice-Rector for Research and Innovation, Dr. Habil. in Medical Sciences, Associate Professor, Head of the Department of Mental Health, Medical Psychology and Psychotherapy, Senior Researcher, USMF „Nicolae Testemițanu”
Andrei EŞANU (Republic of Moldova), University Assistant, Department of Mental Health, Medical Psychology and Psychotherapy, USMF „Nicolae Testemițanu”, Consultant, World Health Organization
Eka CHKONIA (Georgia), Professor of Psychiatry, Tbilisi State Medical University; Coordinator of the “Alliance for Better Mental Health,” Tbilisi
Secretary
Andrei EŞANU (Republic of Moldova), University Assistant, Department of Mental Health, Medical Psychology and Psychotherapy, USMF „Nicolae Testemițanu”, Consultant, World Health Organization
Email: andrei.esanu@usmf.md
Tel: +37379099289
COMMUNICATIONS
0830-0900 | REGISTRATION OF PARTICIPANTS |
WELCOME COFFEE | |
0900-0910 | Opening remarks ● Jana CHIHAI (Republic of Moldova), Vice-Rector for Research and Innovation, Dr. Habil. in Medical Sciences, Associate Professor, Head of the Department of Mental Health, Medical Psychology and Psychotherapy, Senior Researcher, USMF „Nicolae Testemițanu” ● Andrei EŞANU (Republic of Moldova), University Assistant, Department of Mental Health, Medical Psychology and Psychotherapy, USMF „Nicolae Testemițanu”, WHO Consultant Video spot “Mental Health Matters – Be Part of the Change!” |
0910-950 | Eka CHKONIA (Georgia), Professor of Psychiatry, Tbilisi State Medical University; Coordinator of the “Alliance for Better Mental Health” - Promoting collaboration across different medical fields — mental health, primary care, and beyond Questions and discussions |
950 -1030 | Simavi VAHIP (Turkey), Professor of Psychiatry, Department of Psychiatry, Ege University - Collaboration across different sectors — health, education, social, and beyond Questions and discussions |
CREATIVE SESSIONS AND INNOVATIVE IDEAS with international participation: PUBLIC MENTAL HEALTH – RECONFIGURING PRACTICE PARADIGMS: INTERNATIONAL SESSION OF APPLIED IDEAS |
1100-1220 Satellite Symposium with international participation, organized in collaboration with the European Psychiatric Association (EPA)
Location: University Socio-Cultural Complex, Main Hall, Strada Nicolae Testemițanu 25
MODERATORS
Jana CHIHAI (Republic of Moldova), Vice-Rector for Research and Innovation, Dr. Habil. in Medical Sciences, Associate Professor, Head of the Department of Mental Health, Medical Psychology and Psychotherapy, Senior Researcher, USMF „Nicolae Testemițanu”
Cristina NESTOR (Republic of Moldova), University Assistant, Department of Mental Health, Medical Psychology and Psychotherapy; Mental Health Specialist at Trimbos Moldova; Local Manager of the Swiss–Moldovan MENSANA Project
Secretary
Andrei EŞANU (Republic of Moldova), University Assistant, Department of Mental Health, Medical Psychology and Psychotherapy, USMF „Nicolae Testemițanu”, Consultant, World Health Organization
Email: andrei.esanu@usmf.md
Tel: +37379099289
PROGRAMME
1100 -1120 | Laura SHIELDS-ZEEMAN (Netherlands), MD, PhD, Professor in Population Mental Health at Utrecht University; Head of the Department of Mental Health and Prevention at the Trimbos Institute; Director of the WHO Collaborating Centre for Mental Health Services and Interventions; WHO National Technical Focal Point for Mental Health -Public Mental Health: What Works and Policy Lessons Learned from Around the World Questions and discussions |
1120-1200 | Bernard JACOB (Belgium), Staff Member, WHO Collaborating Centre for Public Mental Health Psychiatry, Universitair Psychiatrisch Centrum, Leuven, Belgium; Former National Coordinator of Mental Health Reform in Belgium
- Lessons Learned from Mental Health Care Reforms in Belgium Questions and discussions |
1200-1220 | Victoria CONDRAT (Republic of Moldova), Local Manager of the Swiss–Moldovan MENSANA Project, Executive Director, IP Trimbos Moldova Cristina NESTOR (Republic of Moldova), University Assistant, Department of Mental Health, Medical Psychology and Psychotherapy; Mental Health Specialist at Trimbos Moldova - The Past, Present, and Future of the MENSANA Project Questions and discussions |
CEREMONY FOR THE CONFERRAL OF THE TITLE OF VISITING PROFESSOR |
Location: University Socio-Cultural Complex, Main Hall, Strada Nicolae Testemițanu 25
1220-1230 CEREMONY FOR THE CONFERRAL OF THE TITLE OF VISITING PROFESSOR
MODERATORS:
Jana CHIHAI (Republic of Moldova), Vice-Rector for Research and Innovation, Dr. Habil. in Medical Sciences, Associate Professor, Head of the Department of Mental Health, Medical Psychology and Psychotherapy, Senior Researcher, USMF „Nicolae Testemițanu”
Vitalie OJOVANU (Republic of Moldova), Dr. Habil. in Philosophy, Associate Professor, Head of the Department of Philosophy and Bioethics, USMF „Nicolae Testemițanu”
PROGRAMME
CEREMONY FOR THE CONFERRAL OF THE TITLE OF VISITING PROFESSOR | |
1220-1230 | Maria ALUAȘ (Romania), PhD, Associate Professor, “Iuliu Hațieganu” University of Medicine and Pharmacy and “Babeș-Bolyai” University, Cluj-Napoca Moderator: Vitalie OJOVANU (Republic of Moldova), Dr. Habil. in Philosophy, Associate Professor, Head of the Department of Philosophy and Bioethics, USMF „Nicolae Testemițanu” Jana CHIHAI (Republic of Moldova), Vice-Rector for Research and Innovation, Dr. Habil. in Medical Sciences, Associate Professor, Head of the Department of Mental Health, Medical Psychology and Psychotherapy, Senior Researcher, USMF „Nicolae Testemițanu” |
RESEARCH WORKSHOP
1430-1530 Research Workshop: “Applied Case Studies: Adolescents with Comorbid Mental Health Disorders and Substance Use”
Location: Department of Mental Health, Medical Psychology and Psychotherapy, IMSP SCP,
str. Costiujeni 3, 6th floor (EMC room)
MODERATORS
Grigore GARAZ (Republic of Moldova), University Assistant, Department of Mental Health, Medical
Psychology and Psychotherapy, USMF „Nicolae Testemițanu
Secretary
Mihaela BELOUS (Republic of Moldova), Psychiatry Resident, Junior Researcher, Laboratory of Mental Health, Department of Mental Health, Medical Psychology and Psychotherapy, USMF „Nicolae Testemițanu”
Email: belous.mihaela.usmf@gmail.com
Tel: 060593673
PROGRAMME
1430–1440 | REGISTRATION OF PARTICIPANTS |
OPENING REMARKS | |
1440–1530 | Lynae EDMONDS (USA), DNP, PMHNP-BC, Family Physician with practice in palliative medicine - Clinical Experiences and Integrative Approaches in Working with Adolescents with Dual Disorders Questions and discussions |
POSTER PRESENTATIONS
1000-1310 POSTER PRESENTATIONS
Location: 25 Nicolae Testemițanu Street, Chișinău
MODERATOR
Jana CHIHAI (Republic of Moldova), Vice-Rector for Research and Innovation, MD, PhD, Dr. hab. MSc, Associate Professor, Department of Mental Health, Medical Psychology, and Psychotherapy, Senior Researcher, USMF “Nicolae Testemițanu”
Moderated posters – 3 minutes per poster
10:00 - 10:03 | Approaching the Physician–Patient Relationship in Oncological Gynecology Mǎdǎlina PASCARU Scientific Supervisor: Anatolie EȘANU, Department of Philosophy and Bioethics, Faculty of Medicine No. 2
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10:03 - 10:06 | Psychological Dimensions Influencing the Effectiveness of the Therapeutic Process in Oncological Clinics Iuliana FORNEA, Anastasia STOROJ
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10:06 - 10:09 | The Impact of Chronic Stress on the Structure and Functionality of the Human Brain from a Bioethical Perspective Felicia GLIJIN Scientific Supervisor: Stela SPÎNU, Associate Professor, Department of Philosophy and Bioethics; Laboratory of Brain Health and Bioethics 10:09 - 10:12 Optimizing the Rehabilitation Process of Vulnerable Individuals with Brain Disorders through Bioethical Guidelines Sandrina MITRICA Scientific Supervisor: Vitalie OJOVANU, Department of Philosophy and Bioethics, Faculty of Medicine No. 2
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10:12 - 10:15 | Ethical and Legislative Challenges in Clinical Drug Research: Analysis of the Bioethical Framework and the Protection of Human Subjects Victoria BAIDAUZ Scientific Supervisor: Ludmila RUBANOVICI, Department of Philosophy and Bioethics, Faculty of Medicine No. 2
10:15 - 10:18 The Psycho-Emotional Impact of Work Digitalization on University Staff Mariana CERNIȚANU
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10:18 - 10:21 | Receptor Mechanisms Involved in the Pathogenesis of Schizophrenia Alina Moscalu-Mîță Scientific Supervisor: Igor NASTAS, Department of Mental Health, Medical Psychology, and Psychotherapy, Faculty of Medicine No. 1
10:21 - 10:24 The Impact of Psychotraumatic Experiences on the Onset and Evolution of Schizophrenia Stefan PISTRUI Scientific Supervisor: Valentin OPREA, Department of Mental Health, Medical Psychology, and Psychotherapy, Faculty of Medicine No. 1
10:24 - 10:27 An Unusual Case of Suicide in Forensic Practice Daniela POSTICA, Andrei TERTÎȘNÎI Scientific Supervisor: Andrei PĂDURE, Faculty of Residency
10:28 - 10:30 Bioethical Considerations on Single-Parenting by Choice through In Vitro Fertilization and Surrogacy in Contemporary Medicine Victoria BEZERĂU Scientific Supervisor: Ludmila RUBANOVICI, Department of Philosophy and Bioethics, Faculty of Medicine No. 2
10:30 - 10:33 Endocrine Comorbidities in Patients with Bipolar Affective Disorder Mihaela SACULȚANU Scientific Supervisor: Valentin OPREA, Department of Mental Health, Medical Psychology, and Psychotherapy, Faculty of Medicine No. 1
10:33 - 10:36 Variation of Gender Identity in a Multidimensional Context Cezar BABIN
10:36 - 10:39 Various Acupuncture Methods in the Treatment of Functional Dyspepsia Don SAJI Scientific Supervisor: Victoria CEREȘ, Department of Alternative and Complementary Medicine, Faculty of Residency
10:39 - 10:42 The Right to Life and to Death in Bioethics: Ethical, Legal, and Medical Dilemmas in End-of-Life Decisions Daniela TROFIMOV Scientific Supervisor: Anatolie EȘANU, Department of Philosophy and Bioethics, Faculty of Medicine No. 2
10: 42 - 10:45 The Stigmatization of People with Neurodegenerative Diseases: Bioethical Perspectives in the Social Context of the Republic of Moldova Olga Vasîlîc Scientific Supervisor: Vitalie OJOVANU, Department of Philosophy and Bioethics, Faculty of Medicine No. 2
10:45 - 10:48 The Relationship between Motivation and Occupational Stress among Nurses Diana Crivițchi Scientific Supervisor: Margareta CĂRĂRUȘ, Department of Mental Health, Medical Psychology, and Psychotherapy, Faculty of Medicine No. 1
10:48- 10:51 Etiopathogenic Particularities in Epilepsy Elena CAPACLÎ Scientific Supervisor: Ghenadie CĂRĂUŞU, Department of Mental Health, Medical Psychology, and Psychotherapy, Faculty of Medicine No. 1
10:51 - 10:54 Pathophysiology of Vestibular Manifestations and the Importance of Early Diagnosis in Patients with Multiple Sclerosis Alina ANGHEL Scientific Supervisor: Marina SANGHELI, Department of Neurology No. 1, Faculty of Medicine No. 2
10:54 - 10:57 Bioethical Aspects of the Physician–Patient Relationship in Degenerative Brain Disorders Mihai SUȘCHEVICI Scientific Supervisor: Vitalie OVOJANU, Department of Philosophy and Bioethics, Faculty of Medicine No. 2
10:57 - 11:00 Pubertal Crisis and Behavioral Disorders: Between Normal Development and Psychopathological Deviation Inga DELIV, Ion COȘCIUG
11:00 - 11:03 Schizophrenia Comorbid with Psychoactive Substance Use Delia COROIAN, Natalia CARAMAN Scientific Supervisor: Ion COȘCIUG, Department of Mental Health, Medical Psychology, and Psychotherapy, Faculty of Medicine No. 1
11:03 - 11:06 Clinical Particularities of Dementia in Adult Epilepsy Marinela PALADE Scientific Supervisor: Ghenadie CĂRĂUȘU, Department of Mental Health, Medical Psychology, and Psychotherapy, Faculty of Medicine No. 1
11:06 - 11:09 Satisfaction of Beneficiaries of Community Mental Health Services in the Republic of Moldova Stela COCEBAN Scientific Supervisor: Jana CHIHAI, Department of Mental Health, Medical Psychology, and Psychotherapy, Faculty of Medicine No. 1
11:09 - 11:12 Bioethical Considerations on the Use of the Placebo Effect in the Treatment of Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders Teodora BUZUT Scientific Supervisor: Vitalie OJOVANU, Department of Philosophy and Bioethics, Faculty of Medicine No. 2
11:12 - 11:15 Dimensions of Occupational Stress among Residents of USMF “Nicolae Testemițanu” Alina DONICI Scientific Supervisor: Margareta CĂRĂRUȘ, Department of Mental Health, Medical Psychology, and Psychotherapy, Faculty of Medicine No. 1
11:15 - 11:18 Bioethical Aspects of Personal Data Protection and Patient Confidentiality in Communicable Diseases in the Digital Era Simona AGA Scientific Supervisor: Ludmila RUBANOVICI, Department of Philosophy and Bioethics, Faculty of Medicine No. 2,
11:18 - 11:21 Depression among Medical Students and Methods of Combating It Dayana JOSE Scientific Supervisor: Mariana CERNIȚANU, Department of Mental Health, Medical Psychology, and Psychotherapy, Faculty of Medicine No. 1
11:21 - 11:24 Digital Bioethics and Computational Neuroethics: New Frontiers in Mental Health Victoria FEDERIUC
11:24 - 11:27 MGMT Methylation Profile in Patients with Glioblastoma: Between Biomarker and Therapeutic Tool Adriana MUNTEANU, Vasile GALEARSCHI, Vladimir DOLGHI Scientific Supervisor: Vasile GALEARSCHI, Department of Neurosurgery, Faculty of Residency
11:27 - 11:30 Decision-Making Management in the Context of Moral Dilemmas Regarding Fetal Malformations Mirela BARCARI, Ion BANARI Scientific Supervisor: Ion BANARI, Department of Philosophy and Bioethics, Faculty of Medicine No. 2, USMF
11:30 - 11:33 Human Bionics: Transhumanism or Bioethical Dissonance Sinan ANDRONIC, Valeria FETESCU Scientific Supervisor: Ion BANARI, Department of Philosophy and Bioethics, Faculty of Medicine No. 2,
11:33 - 11:36 Implications of Bioethical Support in the Contemporary Approach to Psychosomatic Disorders Anastasia BERZOI Scientific Supervisor: Vitalie OJOVANU, Department of Philosophy and Bioethics, Faculty of Medicine No. 2
11:36 - 11: 39 Bidirectional Relationship between Migraine and Anxiety Olga ȘVEȚ, Marina SANGHELI Scientific Supervisor: Marina SANGHELI, Department of Neurology No. 1, Faculty of Medicine No. 2
11:39 -11:42 Predictive Factors of Recanalization after Endovascular Treatment in Cerebral Aneurysms Vasile GALEARSCHI, Ion PREGUZA, Lorina CIOBANU
11:42 - 11:45 Inflammatory Biological Markers in Perinatal Depression Larisa BORONIN, Igor NASTAS Scientific Supervisor: Jana CHIHAI, Department of Mental Health, Medical Psychology, and Psychotherapy, Faculty of Medicine No. 1
11:45 - 11:48 Perceptions of Illness in the National Indigenous Culture: Medico-Anthropological Aspects Marinela CUCOȘ Scientific Supervisor: Vitalie OJOVANU, Department of Philosophy and Bioethics, Faculty of Medicine No. 2
11:48 - 11:51 Management of Patients with Organic Delusional Disorders Gabriela BUNIC Scientific Supervisor: Ghenadie CĂRĂUȘU, Department of Mental Health, Medical Psychology, and Psychotherapy, Faculty of Medicine No. 1
11:51 - 11:54 Operational Algorithms in Antithrombotic Management of Acute Ischemic Stroke: A Clinical Approach Mădălina CEBUC, Ecaterina POSTOVOI, Adriana ARABADJI, Irina TEACĂ, Elena COSTRU-TAȘNIC Scientific Supervisor: Elena MANOLE, Department of Neurology No. 1, Faculty of Medicine No. 2
11:54 - 11:57 Functional Vitamin B12 Deficiency Associated with Nitric Oxide Abuse: An Emerging Cause of Subacute Combined Degeneration, Case Report Ecaterina MAMOLEA Scientific Supervisor: Elena MANOLE, Department of Neurology No. 1, Faculty of Medicine No. 2
11:57 - 12:00 Altruism and Responsibility in Organ Donation: Ethical, Moral, and Social Implications in Contemporary Society Elena SARANCIUC Scientific Supervisor: Stela SPÎNU, Department of Philosophy and Bioethics, Faculty of Medicine No. 2
12:00 - 12:03 Precision Psychiatry: Biomarkers, Neuroimaging, and Artificial Intelligence in the Personalized Treatment of Mental Disorders Viorica CERNOV, Violina CARTALEANU Scientific Supervisor: Igor NASTAS, Department of Mental Health, Medical Psychology, and Psychotherapy, Faculty of Medicine No. 1
12:03 - 12:06 The Economic Impact of Telemedicine in Mental Health Radislav COȘULEAN, Igor NASTAS Scientific Supervisor: Igor NASTAS, Department of Mental Health, Medical Psychology, and Psychotherapy, Faculty of Medicine No. 1
12:06 - 12:09 Evaluation of Minimally Invasive Surgery with Local Fibrinolysis in Intracerebral Hematomas Valerii TIMIRGAZ, Eugeniu CONDREA, Daniel RUBAN Scientific Supervisor: Valerii TIMIRGAZ, Department of Neurosurgery, Faculty of Residency
12:09 - 12:12 Productive Symptoms in Schizophrenia: Clinical and Therapeutic Aspects Caterina PILIGUȘ Scientific Supervisor: Inga DELIV, Department of Mental Health, Medical Psychology, and Psychotherapy, Faculty of Medicine No. 1
12:12 - 12:15 Panic Disorder: Diagnostic and Treatment Challenges Diana CAȚAC Scientific Supervisor: Valentin OPREA, Department of Mental Health, Medical Psychology, and Psychotherapy, Faculty of Medicine No. 1
12:15 - 12:18 The Impact of Inflammatory Biomarkers on the Prognosis of Ischemic Stroke Treated by Mechanical Thrombectomy Victoria CÎRPAC Scientific Supervisor: Marina SANGHELI, Department of Neurology No. 1, Faculty of Medicine No. 2
12:18 - 12:21 Malpractice in Medical Practice: Between Fear of Mistake and Human Responsibility Mihaela BATÎ Scientific Supervisor: Anatolie EȘANU, Department of Philosophy and Bioethics, Faculty of Medicine No. 2
12:21 - 12:24 Central Nervous System Involvement in Children with SARS-CoV-2 Infection and Acute Viral Respiratory Infections: Differential Aspects Svetlana HADJIU, Elena CAPESTRU, Irina ISTRATUC, Iulia CALISTRU, Olga CONSTANTIN, Ninel REVENCO Scientific Supervisor: Svetlana HADJIU, Department of Pediatrics, Faculty of Medicine No. 2
12:24 -12:27 Guillain-Barré Syndrome: The Role of Prodrome in the Severity of Evolution. Experience of a Tertiary Center Maria URSOI, Cătălina GUȚU, Ecaterina MAMOLEA, Elena MANOLE Scientific Supervisor: Mihail GAVRILIUC, Department of Neurology No. 2, Faculty of Residency
12:27 - 12:30 Bloch-Sulzberger Syndrome vs. Autism Spectrum Disorders Natalia BALICA, Alexandra CONDREA, Svetlana GURITA, Svetlana HADJIU Scientific Supervisor: Mariana SPRINCEAN, Department of Molecular Biology and Human Genetics, Faculty of Medicine No. 2
12:30 - 12:33 The Doctor–Patient Relationship in the Context of Early-Age Pregnancy: Bioethical Syntheses Domnica DÎNGA Scientific Supervisor: Ion BANARI, Department of Philosophy and Bioethics, Faculty of Medicine No. 2
12:33 - 12:36 Burnout Syndrome among Medical Residents in Therapeutic and Surgical Profiles Galina CIORBĂ Scientific Supervisor: Alina BOLOGAN, Department of Mental Health, Medical Psychology, and Psychotherapy, Faculty of Medicine No. 1
12:36 - 12:39 Early-Onset Ataxia: Diagnostic Challenges – Case Report. Spinocerebellar Ataxia Type 21 Alexandra CONDREA, Irina ISTRATUC, Svetlana HADJIU Scientific Supervisor: Victoria SACARĂ, Human Molecular Genetics Laboratory, Institute of Mother and Child
12:39 - 12:42 The Impact of Mental Health Reform on Stigma and Population Wellbeing in the Republic of Moldova Mihaela BELOUS, Dorin JELAGA Scientific Supervisor: Anatol NACU, Department of Mental Health, Medical Psychology, and Psychotherapy, Faculty of Medicine No. 1
12:42 - 12:45 Biochemical Biomarkers of Neuroinflammation in Major Psychiatric Disorders: Literature Perspectives Ciprian ROTARU Scientific Supervisor: Svetlana PROTOPOP, Department of Biochemistry and Clinical Biochemistry, Faculty of Medicine No. 1
12:45 - 12:48 The Role of the Microbiota–Gut–Brain Axis in Alzheimer’s Disease: Mechanisms and Therapies Alexandru LÎSAC, Alexandra TONCOGLAZ, Tishya MUKHERJEE, Marina SANGHELI Scientific Supervisor: Marina SANGHELI, Department of Neurology No. 1, Faculty of Medicine No. 2
12:48 - 12:51 Schema Therapy in Borderline Personality Disorder with a History of Emotional Abuse: An Analysis of Effectiveness Loredana NOVAC Scientific Supervisor: Cornelia ADEOLA, Department of Mental Health, Medical Psychology, and Psychotherapy, Faculty of Medicine No. 1
12:51 - 12:54 Artificial Intelligence in Sleep Medicine – New Strategies for Clinicians Nadejda LUPUȘOR, Adrian LUPUȘOR, Victor VOVC, Mariana SPRINCEAN, Mihaela OROS, Svetlana HADJIU Scientific Supervisor: Svetlana HADJIU, Department of Pediatrics, Faculty of Medicine No. 2
12:54 - 12:57 Genetic Foundations of Photosensitivity in Epilepsy Natalia OLARU, Aliona NOGAI Scientific Supervisor: Stanislav GROPPA, Laboratory of Neurobiology and Medical Genetics, Brain Health Center
12:57 - 13:00 Correlation between Menstrual Hormonal Changes and Cognitive Performance Using EEG Features Gabriela OGLINDĂ-CATÎRĂU, Maria VASILIEVA, Anatolie VATAMAN Scientific Supervisor: Stanislav GROPPA, Laboratory of Neurobiology and Medical Genetics, Brain Health Center
13:00 - 13:03 Management of Acute Ischemic Stroke in the First 24 Hours (Non-Eligible Patients for Revascularization) Ecaterina POSTOVOI, Mădălina CEBUC, Adriana ARABADJI, Irina TEACĂ, Olga GAVRILIUC Scientific Supervisor: Elena MANOLE, Department of Neurology No. 1, Faculty of Medicine No. 2
13:03 - 13:06 Psycho-Emotional Stress and Clinical Subtypes of Masticatory Muscle Dysfunction Gheorghe BORDENIUC, Victor LACUSTA, Valeriu FALA, Olga CHEPTANARU, Marcela TIGHINEANU Scientific Supervisor: Victor LACUSTA, Department of Alternative and Complementary Medicine, Faculty of Residency
13:06 - 13:10 The Role of Anti-GAD Autoimmunity in the Association between Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus and Epilepsy Anatolie VATAMAN, Victoria IURCU, Vitalie CHIOSA Scientific Supervisor: Stanislav GROPPA, Department of Neurology No. 2, Faculty of Residency, USMF |
Day 3: 22.10.2025
Forum “CONTROVERSIAL PARADIGMS IN NEUROSCIENCE”
0900-1330 Forum “CONTROVERSIAL PARADIGMS IN NEUROSCIENCE”
Location: University Socio-Cultural Complex, Grand Hall, 25 Nicolae Testemițanu Street
MODERATORS
Igor NASTAS (Republic of Moldova), MD, Associate Professor, Department of Mental Health, Medical Psychology, and Psychotherapy, Scientific Coordinator, Mental Health Laboratory, USMF “Nicolae Testemițanu”
Vitalie LISNIC (Republic of Moldova), MD, PhD, Dr. hab. MSc, University Professor, Head of the Department of Neurology No. 1, USMF “Nicolae Testemițanu”
PROGRAMME
0900- 0910 | Welcome Address Igor NASTAS (Republic of Moldova), MD, Associate Professor, Department of Mental Health, Medical Psychology, and Psychotherapy, Scientific Coordinator, Mental Health Laboratory, USMF “Nicolae Testemițanu” Vitalie LISNIC (Republic of Moldova), MD, PhD, Dr. hab. MSc, University Professor, Head of the Department of Neurology No. 1, USMF “Nicolae Testemițanu” Video Spot: “Mental Health Matters – Be Part of the Change!” |
PANEL 1: CHILD AND ADOLESCENT MENTAL HEALTH — STRATEGIC INTEGRATIONS BETWEEN HEALTH, EDUCATION, AND COMMUNITY | |
0910-1000 | Panelist: Daniel DAVID (Romania), Professor of Psychology, Minister of Education and Research of Romania, Rector of “Babeș-Bolyai” University, Corresponding Member of the Romanian Academy, Member of the European Academy Panelist: Bernard JACOB (Belgium), Staff Member of the WHO Collaborating Centre for Public Mental Health Psychiatry, Universitair Psychiatrisch Centrum, Leuven, Belgium; Former National Coordinator of Mental Health Reform in Belgium Panelist: Ciprian BĂCILĂ (Romania), Associate Professor at the Faculty of Medicine, “Lucian Blaga” University of Sibiu; Medical Director of the Clinical Psychiatry Hospital “Dr. Gheorghe Preda”; President of the Romanian Association of Psychiatry and Psychotherapy (A.R.P.P.) Moderator: Jana CHIHAI (Republic of Moldova), Vice-Rector for Research and Innovation, MD, PhD, Dr. hab. MSc, Associate Professor, Department of Mental Health, Medical Psychology, and Psychotherapy, Senior Researcher, USMF “Nicolae Testemițanu” |
1000-1010 | LOGISTIC BREAK |
PANEL 2: THE EINSTEIN SYNDROME — SPEECH DISORDERS IN BRILLIANT MINDS (FROM LUCIAN BLAGA TO ALBERT EINSTEIN) | |
1010-1040 | Panelist: Alexandru-Vladimir CIUREA (Romania), primary neurosurgeon, Head of the Neurosurgery Department and Scientific Director, Sanador Hospital, Bucharest; University Professor, PhD Supervisor, “Carol Davila” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Bucharest; Honorary Member of the Romanian Academy Moderator: Jana CHIHAI (Republic of Moldova), Vice-Rector for Research and Innovation, MD, PhD, Dr. hab. MSc, Associate Professor, Head of the Department of Mental Health, Medical Psychology and Psychotherapy, Senior Researcher, USMF “Nicolae Testemițanu” |
1040-1050 | LOGISTIC BREAK |
PANEL 3: ETHICS AND MALPRACTICE IN THE CONTEXT OF CEREBRAL DYSFUNCTIONS | |
1050-1130 | Panelist: Maria ALUAȘ (Romania), PhD, Associate Professor, “Iuliu Hațieganu” University of Medicine and Pharmacy and “Babeș-Bolyai” University, Cluj-Napoca Panelist: Vitalie OJOVANU (Republic of Moldova), Dr. Habil. in Philosophy, Associate Professor, Head of the Department of Philosophy and Bioethics, USMF “Nicolae Testemițanu” Moderator: Ion BANARI (Republic of Moldova), PhD in Philosophy, Associate Professor, Department of Philosophy and Bioethics, USMF “Nicolae Testemițanu” |
1130 -1140 | LOGISTIC BREAK |
PANEL 4: CONTEMPORARY APPROACHES IN ADDICTION PREVENTION AND TREATMENT | |
1140-1225 | Panelist: Lynae EDMONDS (USA) DNP, PMHNP-BC, Family Physician with practice in Palliative Medicine Panelist: Ovidiu ALEXINSCHI (Romania), Primary Psychiatrist, PhD in Medical Sciences, Associate Faculty Member at “Grigore T. Popa” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Iași Panelist: Andrei HOLMAN (Romania), Alina BOLOGAN (Republic of Moldova) - Presentation of the RO–MD bilateral project: “Gambling Addiction among Youth: Assessment Tools and Identification of Protective Factors for Mental Health” Moderators: Andrei EŞANU (Republic of Moldova), University Assistant, Department of Mental Health, Medical Psychology and Psychotherapy, USMF “Nicolae Testemițanu”, Consultant, World Health Organization Alina BOLOGAN (Republic of Moldova), University Assistant, Department of Mental Health, Medical Psychology and Psychotherapy, USMF “Nicolae Testemițanu” |
1225-1235 | LOGISTIC BREAK |
PANEL 5: ATYPICAL COGNITIVE TRAJECTORIES AND NEUROCOGNITIVE DEVELOPMENT OF THE MIND | |
1235-1330 | Panelist: Inga DELIV (Republic of Moldova), MD, PhD, Associate Professor, Department of Mental Health, Medical Psychology and Psychotherapy, USMF “Nicolae Testemițanu” - From Symptom to Functionality: Modern Solutions for the Anxious Patient Panelist: Ion COȘCIUG (Republic of Moldova), MD, PhD, Associate Professor, Department of Mental Health, Medical Psychology and Psychotherapy, USMF “Nicolae Testemițanu” - Protecting Cognitive Functions and Brain Neuroplasticity Panelist: Vitalie LISNIC (Republic of Moldova), Dr. Habil. in Medical Sciences, University Professor, Department of Neurology No. 1, USMF “Nicolae Testemițanu” - Treatment of Motor and Non-Motor Manifestations of Parkinson’s Disease Panelist: Viorica CHELBAN (United Kingdom), MD, PhD, MRCP, Queen Square Institute of Neurology, London - Epilepsy and the Genetics of Rare Brain Disorders Moderators: Igor NASTAS (Republic of Moldova), MD, Associate Professor, Department of Mental Health, Medical Psychology and Psychotherapy, USMF “Nicolae Testemițanu” Stanislav GROPPA (Republic of Moldova), Academician, Dr. Habil. in Medical Sciences, University Professor, Department of Neurology No. 2, USMF “Nicolae Testemițanu” Vitalie CHIOSA (Republic of Moldova), Department of Neurology No. 2, USMF “Nicolae Testemițanu” |
Plenary presentations FROM RESEARCH TO INTERVENTION: MULTIDISCIPLINARY PERSPECTIVES IN HEALTH |
1400-1700 Plenary presentations “FROM RESEARCH TO INTERVENTION: MULTIDISCIPLINARY PERSPECTIVES IN HEALTH”
Location: University Socio-Cultural Complex, Grand Hall, 25 Nicolae Testemițanu Street
MODERATORS
Igor NASTAS (Republic of Moldova), MD, Associate Professor, Department of Mental Health, Medical Psychology and Psychotherapy, Scientific Coordinator, Mental Health Laboratory, USMF “Nicolae Testemițanu”
Vitalie LISNIC (Republic of Moldova), Dr. Habil. in Medical Sciences, University Professor, Head of the Department of Neurology No. 1, USMF “Nicolae Testemițanu”
Andrei EŞANU (Republic of Moldova), University Assistant, Department of Mental Health, Medical Psychology and Psychotherapy, USMF “Nicolae Testemițanu”, Consultant, World Health Organization
1400-1415 | Welcome Address ● Igor NASTAS (Republic of Moldova), MD, Associate Professor, Department of Mental Health, Medical Psychology and Psychotherapy, Scientific Coordinator, Mental Health Laboratory, USMF “Nicolae Testemițanu” ● Vitalie LISNIC (Republic of Moldova), Dr. Habil. in Medical Sciences, University Professor, Head of the Department of Neurology No. 1, USMF “Nicolae Testemițanu” ● Andrei EŞANU (Republic of Moldova), University Assistant, Department of Mental Health, Medical Psychology and Psychotherapy, USMF “Nicolae Testemițanu”, Consultant, World Health Organization |
1415-1425 | New Strategies for Post-Stroke Neuroprotection: Application of Virtual Reality - Ana GRECINSCHII ( Republic of Moldova) |
1425-1435 | Miller–Fisher Syndrome with Bilateral Areactive Mydriasis and Graves–Basedow Disease: Case Report - Evelina ȘABANOV ( Republic of Moldova) |
1435-1445 | Suicidal Behavior in Borderline Personality Disorder: Assessment and Early Intervention - Dorin JELAGA ( Republic of Moldova) |
1455-1505 | Predictive Markers in the Prodromal Stage of Schizophrenia - Igor NASTAS ( Republic of Moldova) |
1505-1515 | Acute Posterior Ischemic Stroke with Revascularization: Supratentorial versus Infratentorial Involvement - Irina TEACǍ ( Republic of Moldova) |
1515-1525 | Eating Disorders in Adolescents – The Pediatrician’s Role in Early Identification and Intervention - Alina BOLOGAN ( Republic of Moldova) |
1525-1535 | Predictive Factors of Unfavorable Functional Outcome after Intravenous Thrombolysis in Ischemic Stroke - Adriana ARABADJI ( Republic of Moldova) |
1535-1545 | Oxidative Stress and Neuropsychiatric Inflammation - Vitalie FILIP (Republic of Moldova) |
1545-1552 | The Relationship between Workaholism and Academic Stress: A Theoretical–Applied Approach in the University Context - Ina MORARU ( Republic of Moldova) |
1552-1600 | Quality of Life in Chronic Respiratory Diseases: Bioethical Approaches in Medical Practice - Alexandrina GANEA ( Republic of Moldova) |
1605-1615 | Impact of Infarct Volume and Clinical Severity on Predicting Outcomes after Acute Ischemic Stroke - Elena COSTRU–TAȘNIC ( Republic of Moldova) |
1615-1625 | Beyond Ultrasound Limits: Ethical Challenges in Prenatal Diagnosis - Maria GROSU ( Republic of Moldova) |
1625-1635 | Management of Psychological Support in the Treatment of Cancer Patients - Renata VOLC ( Republic of Moldova) |
1635-1642 | Learning Difficulties Associated with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder in Children - Dumitru DONSCOI ( Republic of Moldova) |
1642-1650 | Digital Neuroplasticity: Biochemical Mechanisms of Brain Adaptation and Maladaptation to Digital Stimuli - Angelica SIBOV ( Republic of Moldova) |
1650-1700 | Schizophrenia and New Generation Antipsychotics - Mădălina-Mirela CANȚER ( Republic of Moldova) |
Day 4: 23.10.2025
Symposium Sessions
CLINICAL DIALOGUES: EXPERIENCES AND LESSONS IN MENTAL HEALTH
0830-1545 Symposium Sessions “CLINICAL DIALOGUES: EXPERIENCES AND LESSONS IN MENTAL HEALTH”
Location: Labor Institute, Multipurpose Hall, 10 Zimbrului Street
MODERATORS
Ion COȘCIUG (Republic of Moldova), MD, PhD, Associate Professor, Department of Mental Health, Medical Psychology and Psychotherapy, USMF “Nicolae Testemițanu”
Inga DELIV (Republic of Moldova), MD, PhD, Associate Professor, Department of Mental Health, Medical Psychology and Psychotherapy, USMF “Nicolae Testemițanu”
Igor NASTAS (Republic of Moldova), MD, PhD, Associate Professor, Department of Mental Health, Medical Psychology and Psychotherapy, Scientific Coordinator, Mental Health Laboratory, USMF “Nicolae Testemițanu”
PROGRAMME
0830-0900 | REGISTRATION OF PARTICIPANTS |
0900-1000 | SYMPOSIUM 1: CHALLENGES AND SOLUTIONS IN MENTAL HEALTH |
Alexandra BOLOȘ (Romania), Cristina NEDELCU (Romania) - The Role of Community-Based Approaches in the Rehabilitation and Reintegration of Individuals with Substance Use Disorders Ovidiu ALEXINSCHI (Romania), Primary Psychiatrist, PhD in Medical Sciences, Associate Faculty Member at “Grigore T. Popa” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Iași - Updates in the Addiction Medicine Certification Program Ciprian BĂCILĂ (Romania), Associate Professor at the Faculty of Medicine, “Lucian Blaga” University of Sibiu; Medical Director of the Clinical Psychiatry Hospital “Dr. Gheorghe Preda” - Transforming Practice through Research: The Experience of “Dr. Gheorghe Preda” Hospital Andrei EȘANU (Republic of Moldova), Laura ARHIRI (Romania), Alina BOLOGAN (Republic of Moldova), Simona BUTNARU (Romania), Jana CHIHAI (Republic of Moldova), Mihaela-Alexandra GHERMAN (Romania), Magdalena IORGA (Romania), Ancuța PǍDURARU (Romania), Victor SCHIOPU (Republic of Moldova), Camelia SOPONARU (Romania) - Adaptation and Wellbeing of International Students in Host Universities: Insights from a Qualitative Study | |
1000-1120 | SYMPOSIUM 2: DIVERSITY IN THERAPEUTIC INTERVENTION FOR SEVERE AND COMPLEX MENTAL DISORDERS |
Ion COȘCIUG (Republic of Moldova), MD, PhD, Associate Professor, Department of Mental Health, Medical Psychology and Psychotherapy, USMF “Nicolae Testemițanu” - Innovations in the Treatment of Severe and Complex Mental Disorders | |
1120-1200 | COFFEE BREAK |
1200-1300 | SYMPOSIUM 3: DIVERSITY IN THERAPEUTIC INTERVENTION FOR SEVERE AND COMPLEX MENTAL DISORDERS |
Lynae EDMONDS (USA), DNP, PMHNP-BC, Family Physician with practice in Palliative Medicine | |
Vladimir NAKOV (Bulgaria) - Historia vitae magistra est: The Past and Future of Psychiatry in Bulgaria | |
Mihnea MANEA (Romania) - The Use of Mood Stabilizers: Between Therapeutic Effectiveness and the Risk of Overprescription | |
Rumyana VECHKOVA DINOLOVA-HODZHADZHIKOVA (Bulgaria) - Transforming Community Mental Health: Innovative Pathways and Practices | |
1300-1400 | SNACK BREAK |
1400-1500 | Symposium 4: Receptors, Neuroplasticity, and Modern Paradigms in Treatment-Resistant Depression |
Jana CHIHAI (Republic of Moldova) - Modulation of Neurotransmitters and Reconfiguration of Brain Circuits in Treatment-Resistant Depression | |
1500-1545 | Symposium 5: Modern Approaches and Current Challenges in Mental Health |
Mark WEISER (Israel), Professor of Psychiatry, School of Continuing Medical Education; Head, Division of Psychiatry, Sheba Medical Center – online Michael DAVIDSON (Israel), Professor of Psychiatry, Head of the Department of Psychiatry, University of Nicosia Medical School; President, Israeli Alzheimer’s Medical Center; Professor of Psychiatry, Mount Sinai School of Medicine, New York; Professor Emeritus of Psychiatry, Tel Aviv University – online |
PLENARY PRESENTATIONS
1545-1700 PLENARY PRESENTATIONS
Location: Labor Institute, Multipurpose Hall, 10 Zimbrului Street
MODERATORS
Ion COȘCIUG (Republic of Moldova), MD, PhD, Associate Professor, Department of Mental Health, Medical Psychology and Psychotherapy, USMF “Nicolae Testemițanu”
Inga DELIV (Republic of Moldova), MD, PhD, Associate Professor, Department of Mental Health, Medical Psychology and Psychotherapy, USMF “Nicolae Testemițanu”
Igor NASTAS (Republic of Moldova), MD, PhD, Associate Professor, Department of Mental Health, Medical Psychology and Psychotherapy, Scientific Coordinator, Mental Health Laboratory, USMF “Nicolae Testemițanu”
PROGRAMME
1545-1555 | Stigmatization in Medicine: Impact on Patients, Healthcare Workers, and Ethical Considerations - Inga ANISEI COJOCARU (Republic of Moldova) |
1555-1605 | Child Sexual Abuse as an Adverse Childhood Experience: A Case Series of Six Patients in a Psychiatric Hospital - Lidia SANDULEAC (Republic of Moldova) |
1605-1615 | The Impact of Obsessive–Compulsive, Dependent, and Avoidant Personality Disorders on Social and Occupational Functioning: Therapeutic Implications for Socio-Professional Reintegration - Olivia GRǍDINARU (Republic of Moldova) |
1615-1630 | Schema Therapy in Borderline Personality Disorder with a History of Emotional Abuse: An Efficacy Analysis - Loredana NOVAC (Republic of Moldova) |
1630-1645 | Sleep Disorders as “Predictive Markers” in Alzheimer’s Disease and Lewy Body Dementia - Elena PAVLIC (Republic of Moldova) |
1645-1700 | Contemporary Antipsychotic Treatment in Women with Schizophrenia During Pregnancy - Vera CROITORU (Republic of Moldova) |