On July 28, 2023, “East-West University” hosted the representatives of India’s best online educational platform “Physics wallah” and organization “CEECO international”. They toured the “EWUNI” campus and also visited the university hospitals: Tbilisi Balneological Resort LLC and Aleksandre Aladashvili LLC Clinic. The main essence of the meeting was the discussion of possible cooperation and partnership.
(Head of the Simulation Center and Educational Laboratory)
Besiki Katamadze (born in 1998) is a medical doctor and educator with extensive experience in sports medicine, rehabilitation, and healthcare consulting. He is currently an Invited Lecturer at New Vision University and the Sports Medicine and Science Academy, as well as a Human Measurement Technology Assistant at the same institution.
He holds a Doctor of Medicine degree from Tbilisi State Medical University. Besiki has worked in various roles, including emergency medicine, medical escort services, and athlete screening programs, contributing to research and medical education.
(International Relations Manager)
Tata Pukhashvili is a specialist in management and public relations with extensive experience in international relations, human resources, and social media management
She is pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and Management at the International Black Sea University. Tata has experience in project management, event planning, branding, and communication, contributing to both corporate and academic sectors.
(Head of the Student Support and Career Development Office)
Lizi Makaridze is a specialist in Student’s service and administrative support with experience in call center operations. She is pursuing a Bachelor’s degree at Caucasus University. She has skills in communication, customer service, and administrative support, contributing to efficient interactions and operational management.
(Medical School Academic Process Manager)
Mari Manjgaladze (born in 2000) is a specialist in medical education administration with extensive experience in academic and medical education management, as well as in the healthcare sector.
She holds a degree in Medicine from Tbilisi State Medical University.
(Medical School Academic Process Coordinator)
Gvanca Siboshvili (born in 2001) is a specialist in social and political sciences with experience in education and project management. She has worked as an English teacher and has been actively involved in volunteer activities with AIESEC Georgia.
She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Social and Political Sciences from Tbilisi State University and is currently pursuing a Master’s degree in New and Contemporary History at the same institution. Gvanca has strong interpersonal and communication skills, along with experience in teamwork and project management.
(Head of the Student Admissions Office)
Magda Lortkipanidze (born February 25, 1994) is an expert in law and legal consultancy with extensive experience in legal representation and advisory services.
She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Law from Ivane Javakhishvili Tbilisi State University, a Master’s degree in Transnational and International Law from Chicago-Kent College of Law, and is currently Magda has extensive experience in legal consulting, contract law, and higher education teaching.
(Head of the Legal Office)
Tinatin Bajelidze (born March 2, 1998) is a specialist of legal affairs and education administration with extensive experience in legal consulting, regulatory compliance policy development, and administrative law.
She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Law from Ivane Javakhishvili Tbilisi State University.
(Librarian)
Gvantsa Kobakhidze (born August 19, 1983) is an expert in library management with extensive experience in including text editing, publishing, administration, and library management.
She holds a degree in Philology from Ivane Javakhishvili Tbilisi State University, specializing in publishing and Georgian language and literature teaching.
(Human Resources and Documentation Management Manager)
Ekaterine Japaridze (born September 24, 1978) is an expert in medical management and healthcare administration with extensive experience in healthcare administration, market research, and medical service management
She holds a medical degree from Tbilisi State University and completed her residency in dermatovenerology at the Institution of Skin and Venereal Diseases.
(Accountant)
Gulnaz Gogilidze is an expert in accounting and financial management with extensive experience in bookkeeping, financial consultancy, and accounting leadership. She has served as the Chief Accountant at various institutions, including Aladashvili University Clinic.
She holds a degree in Accounting and Economics.
(Chief Accountant)
Nata Kalandadze (born October 23, 1988) is a finance and accounting specialist with extensive experience in financial reporting, tax compliance, and corporate accounting. She is currently the Chief Accountant at Single Malt Georgia LTD and has previously held key financial positions at Global Beverages, Georgia Distribution and Logistics, and New Coffee Company. Nata is skilled in IFRS, tax regulations, and financial management, ensuring the accuracy and compliance of financial operations.
(Head of the Financial Office)
Nino Tsomaia (born December 25, 1995, in Tbilisi) is a finance professional with over seven years of experience in financial analysis, reporting, and budgeting. She has worked as a Financial Analyst, Controller, and Accountant in various companies, specializing in financial planning and cost analysis.
She holds a Master’s in Finance from Tbilisi Free University and a Master’s in Business Administration from Tbilisi State University.
(Head of the Continuing Education Office)
Jiří Dostal (born September 23, 1972) is a medical expert specializing in cardiology, sports medicine, and healthcare management. He is currently the CEO of the Center for Sports Medicine and a Non-Executive Director at Innova Medical. He holds a Ph.D. in Cardiology from Charles University and has extensive experience in clinical practice, medical device innovation, and executive leadership. He has held key roles at Johnson & Johnson and AGEL, contributing to advancements in cardiovascular healthcare. He actively participates in international medical conferences and has authored multiple scientific publications.
(Quality Assurance Manager)
Lika Kharebava (born June 23, 1989) is an expert in education quality assurance with extensive experience in academic management, various roles in education, including quality assurance management, consultancy, and teaching.
She holds a Master’s degree in Education Sciences from Tbilisi State University.
(Head of the Quality Assurance Office)
Davit Burjanadze (born September 20, 1994) is a quality assurance expert with extensive experience in higher education and institutional accreditation. His experiences include Chief Specialist position at the National Center for Educational Quality Enhancement in Georgia.
He holds a Ph.D. in Management from Caucasus University, an MBA from New Vision University, and has participated in international exchange programs in business and economics. Davit has also led quality assurance projects, conducted institutional evaluations, and managed accreditation processes.
She was born in 1968. In 1993, she graduated from Moscow State University. Faculty of Medicine of the First Medical Institute named after Sechenov; In 1993, Tbilisi Medical Academy, medical faculty, specialty – doctor; In 2002 Al.Natishvili Institute of Experimental Morphology of the Georgian Academy of Sciences, post-graduate studies, Doctor of Medicine; In 2007 Akaki Tseretli’s State University, Faculty of Social Sciences, master’s degree, qualification – master of business management. She has many years of experience in the field of education, and she is also a participant in a number of projects and organizations.
She was born in 1959. Graduated from the Faculty of Biology, M. Lomonosovi State University, Moscow, Russia. In 1989 was awarded with a degree of Doctor of Science in Biology. For many years she held the position of junior laboratory assistant, then junior researcher at the I. Beritashvili Institute of Physiology, and is currently a senior laboratory assistant at the same institute. Also, has teaching experience in various higher education institutions. In parallel, she has published numerous scientific papers in various foreign and local publications.
Born on October 25, 1982. In 2006, she graduated from Tbilisi State Medical University, awarded the qualification – academic degree of a graduated specialist in medicine. She has many years of experience working in the medical and educational fields, at the same time he is the author of a number of scientific papers and a member of such organizations as: European Society of Radiology, RSNA, FENS- Federation of European Neuroscience Societes, IBRO-International Brain Research Organization, GNA- Georgian neuroscience association, ESGAR-European society of gastro-intestinal and abdominal radiology, GAR- Georgian Association of Radiology.
1984-1990 graduated from the Tbilisi State Medical Institute, then 1990-1991 the endocrinology department of the Tbilisi Central Republican Hospital-internship. Has many years of experience in both a medical (endocrinology-metabolism-dietology center named after Acad. V. Iveriel “Enmeditsi” – doctor-endocrinologist, a clinic named after Aleksandre Aladashvili LLC – doctor-endocrinologist) and a pedagogical field (endocrinology department of Tbilisi Medical Academy – department assistant, Tbilisi Medical University – local head of residents), and is also the author of numerous scientific papers.
She was born in 1983. Graduated from International Black Sea University, BA and MA programs of Internatinal Economic Relations. Also she has graduated from Iv. Javakhishvili Tbilisis State University, BA and MA programs of Law. In 2014 she was awarded the degree of Doctor of Business Administration. Has many years of teaching experience and is also the author of numerous scientific papers.
(Library Manager)
Born on October 20, 1978, she graduated from Ilia State University in Tbilisi with a degree in Library Science, specializing in Bibliography and Foreign Languages. She has extensive experience in the educational field, having worked as both an English language teacher and a librarian.
(Head of the Human Resources and Documentation Management Office)
In 2010, she graduated from the Faculty of Humanities at Sokhumi State University and was awarded a Bachelor’s degree in German Philology.
In 2014, she obtained a Master’s degree in Political Science. With extensive experience in the education and administrative sectors, she has worked as an Academic Process Manager for the Faculties of Humanities, Law, and Healthcare, overseeing both international and Georgian-language programs. Currently, she serves as the Head of Human Resources and Administration at East-West University.
(Vice President for Administration and Finance)
Born on September 26, 1986, she graduated from Tbilisi State University’s Faculty of Law in 2007. In 2010, she completed her studies at Caucasus University’s Caucasus School of Law. She later pursued a doctorate in Civil Law at Georgian Technical University.
She has extensive experience in legal and educational fields, as well as in project management.
(Head of Financial and Material Resources Management Service)
In 2011, she graduated from the Caucasus Business School of the Caucasus University, majoring in finance. She has many years of experience in financial management: financial manager, Meidan Group LTD; Chief Financial Officer, Urgent Care Center. She is also a participant in a number of projects and trainings.
(Head of the Information Technology and Material Resources Management Office)
Born on December 28, 1978, he has extensive experience in technical engineering, management, and education. His professional background includes:
Giorgi Khurodze is a legal and business professional with over 15 years of experience. He is currently the President (CEO) of East-West University, where he leads the institution’s strategic vision, governance, and academic development.
Before transitioning into academia, Giorgi was the Head of Deloitte Legal in Georgia, where he advised on mergers, acquisitions, and international transactions. His career also includes senior legal positions at JSC Partnership Fund and Geocell LLC (TeliaSonera Group), where he specialized in corporate governance, regulatory matters, and financial structuring.
He holds a Master of Law and Business degree from Bucerius Law School and WHU-Otto Beisheim School of Management (Germany), as well as a Bachelor of Laws degree from Tbilisi State University. He also studied at Saint Mary’s University in Canada.
Giorgi is a member of the Georgian Bar Association.
(associate professor)
Education 1988-1992 – Biology, Bachelor’s degree, Tbilisi State University. 1992-1993 – human and animal physiology, master’s degree, Tbilisi State University. 2010-PhD, Neuroscience, Beritashvili Institute of Physiology, Tbilisi State University. Teaching experience: 2012-present, Georgian University, Human Physiology 2012-2015- Assistant Professor, New Vision University, conducting lectures and seminars for international students in neurophysiology. Clinical experience: 2003-2014 – Consultant at Tatishvili Medical Center. 2000-day – center of experimental biomedicine. Publications: 25 articles, 43 abstracts (High impact Thompson citation)
(associate professor)
(head of the clinical training and examination center)
(associate professor)
(Professor, Head of Clinical Practices)
(Professor)
(Vice Dean of the Medical School)
In 2013, she graduated from David Tvildiani Medical University with a Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree. In 2021, she completed her studies at New Vision University, specializing in Medicine. She has extensive experience in both the medical and educational fields, including administrative roles.
Her professional background includes:
(Vice President for Medicine and Healthcare, Head of the English-Language Program)
She graduated from Tbilisi Medical Academy in 1997 with a degree in Medicine. In 2006, she earned a Doctor of Medicine degree from Tbilisi State Medical University.
Her professional qualifications include:
She has extensive experience working in the medical field.
(Professor, Program Coordinator)
(Dean of the School of Medicine)
Born on November 8, 1984, in Tbilisi, she graduated from Ivane Javakhishvili Tbilisi State University in 2007 with a degree in Dentistry. She has extensive experience in both the medical and educational fields.
Her professional background includes:
(Vice President for Business and Technology)
Born in 1959, he graduated from Lomonosov Moscow State University with a degree in Mathematics. In 1994, he was awarded a Doctorate in Physics and Mathematics. He has extensive experience in teaching and working in the educational sector. Additionally, he has published numerous scientific papers in both local and international journals. At the same time, he has participated in various conferences and projects.
(Head of the International Relations Office)
she was born on June 14, 1990, in the city of Tbilisi. In 2011, she graduated from LLC. International Black Sea University, Faculty of Education and Humanities, Bachelor’s Degree – American Studies / Public Relations (PR). In 2013, she also graduated from the International Black Sea University, Faculty of Education and Humanities, with a master’s degree in US foreign relations. she has many years of experience in educational and administrative field (Assistant Dean of the Faculty of Humanities, Administrator and Secretary of the Educational Process of the Institute of Master’s and Doctoral Education.)
(rector, chairman of the board)
(President)
Giorgi Khurodze is a legal and business professional with over 15 years of experience. He is currently the President (CEO) of East-West University, where he leads the institution’s strategic vision, governance, and academic development.
Before transitioning into academia, Giorgi was the Head of Deloitte Legal in Georgia, where he advised on mergers, acquisitions, and international transactions. His career also includes senior legal positions at JSC Partnership Fund and Geocell LLC (TeliaSonera Group), where he specialized in corporate governance, regulatory matters, and financial structuring.
He holds a Master of Law and Business degree from Bucerius Law School and WHU-Otto Beisheim School of Management (Germany), as well as a Bachelor of Laws degree from Tbilisi State University. He also studied at Saint Mary’s University in Canada.
Giorgi is a member of the Georgian Bar Association.
