Dr Irena Marić

Personal information

• Dr. Irena Marić, specialist in pediatric surgery and pediatric urology.
• She has extensive experience in clinical work, international education, and improving the quality of healthcare.

Education

• 1996 — graduated from "Slobodan Škerović" High School in Podgorica.
• 2004 — completed undergraduate studies at the Faculty of Medicine, University of Belgrade.
• 2011 — completed specialization in pediatric surgery at the same faculty.
• 2015 — completed subspecialization in urology, also at the Faculty of Medicine, University of Belgrade.

Professional Development

• She has received advanced training in leading international pediatric clinics, including Cincinnati Children's Hospital and Great Ormond Street Hospital.
• At the Anderson Center of Excellence (CCHMC, Cincinnati), she completed a six-month education program in quality improvement and obtained the title of professional trainer for continuous education and knowledge application.
• Completed training in colorectal surgery with Dr. Alberto Peña.

Work Experience

• 2004–2006 — physician at the Institute for Emergency Medical Care of Montenegro.
• 2006– pediatric surgeon at the Institute for Children's Diseases, Clinical Center of Montenegro (KCCG).
• Jan–Jul 2014 — team leader in the Quality Improvement project at Cincinnati Children's Hospital.
• 2015 — pediatric surgeon / urologist at the University Children's Hospital Tiršova in Belgrade.
• 2016 — head of the urology department at the Institute for Children's Diseases, KCCG.
• Apr–Jul 2018 — visiting pediatric urologist at Great Ormond Street Hospital (London).
• 2019– pediatric surgeon / urologist at PZU Medikid.