Dr. Ylber Vata is a distinguished general and abdominal surgeon, currently serving as the Head of the General and Abdominal Surgery Department at “Shefqet Ndroqi” University Hospital in Tirana, Albania. With a medical career spanning over three decades, Dr. Vata has extensive experience in the field, supported by a Doctorate in Medical Sciences in General Surgery from the Faculty of Medical Sciences, University of Medicine, Tirana. His academic and professional journey has focused on infection management in surgical wounds, antibiotic prophylaxis and therapy, and antibiotic resistance.
Throughout his career, Dr. Vata has held numerous leadership positions, including serving as the Director of the Regional Hospital in Kukës and the Director of the Prison Hospital Center in Tirana. His commitment to the advancement of healthcare has been evident in his various roles, from general practitioner to surgeon and hospital administrator, making him a respected figure in the Albanian medical community.