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dr Raul Laasik

Orthopedist – spine surgeon

Raul Laasik
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Introduction

I chose orthopedics and spinal surgery because I wanted a field that offers sufficient challenges and room for development in the long term. I am motivated by the opportunity to help patients with both conservative and surgical treatment. I am always interested in scientifically proven new treatment methods and I also advance this field myself through research. After the appointment, the patient must receive a clear answer to what is bothering them and a treatment plan based on modern treatment recommendations. If necessary, we also involve specialists from other fields in the planning. I welcome all orthopedic-traumatological patients regardless of age.

Specialities

  • Spine surgery
  • Trauma

Age range for appointments

Specialist sees patients of all ages.

Communication languages

Estonian, English, Finnish

Education and experience

Education

  • 2026–… Tampere University, Social and Healthcare EMBA
  • 2025–… Tampere University, spinal surgery subspecialty
  • 2015 University of Turku, orthopedics
  • 2006 University of Tartu, medical studies

Work experience

  • 2025–… Meliva
  • 2023 Helsinki University Hospital, spinal surgeon
  • 2018–… Tampere University Hospital, orthopedist/spinal surgeon
  • 2016–2024 Pori Central Hospital, orthopedist/spinal surgeon
  • 2013–2016 Turku University Hospital, orthopedic resident/spinal surgeon
  • 2008–2013 Vaasa Central Hospital, orthopedic resident
  • Medishare Oy, medical director

Professional training

  • Social and Healthcare EMBA, Tampere University
  • Spinal surgery navigation and robotic surgery, Geneva
  • Treatment of deformities and injuries in spinal surgery, Toronto

Membership in professional organizations

  • Estonian Medical Association
  • Finnish Medical Association
  • Estonian Society of Traumatology and Orthopedics
  • Finnish Orthopedic Association
  • Finnish Spine Surgeons’ Association
  • International Spine Surgeons’ Association AOSpine
  • Finnish Health Authority Spine Registry Working Group

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