Dr. Agustin Suma

Advanced Surgical Expertise. Multidisciplinary Care. Patient-Centred Treatment.

Dr. Agustin Suma graduated in General Medicine from the University of Tirana, Faculty of Medicine, in 2002 and completed his postgraduate specialisation in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery in 2012. He subsequently earned a Professional Master’s Degree in Hospital Management.

His international professional development includes clinical training and observerships at Kepler University Hospital in Linz, educational programmes delivered through the Salzburg Weill Cornell Seminar, and advanced training associated with Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center and the Open Medical Institute.

He has also completed specialised training in ultrasonography of the temporomandibular joint, supporting a more comprehensive approach to the evaluation of TMJ conditions.

His multidisciplinary background enables him to assess complex conditions of the mouth, jaws, face, head, and neck within their broader functional and anatomical context. At Vive Dental, Dr. Suma provides carefully planned, individualised care with a strong emphasis on clinical precision, patient safety, and sustainable long-term outcomes.

Clinical Philosophy

Comprehensive Assessment. Individualised Care. Long-Term Perspective.

Complex oral and maxillofacial conditions require more than the treatment of an isolated symptom. Dr. Suma evaluates each patient’s complete clinical picture, considering anatomy, function, oral health, facial balance, and overall well-being.

At Vive Dental every treatment plan is developed around the patient’s individual diagnosis, clinical needs, expectations, and long-term health. Clear communication remains central throughout the process, allowing patients to understand their condition, available treatment options, and each stage of their care.

Clinical Areas of Expertise

Dr. Suma’s clinical practice encompasses the assessment and surgical management of:

  • Benign and malignant tumours of the oral cavity, face, head, and neck
  • Salivary gland diseases and related disorders
  • Jaw conditions, including impacted teeth, odontogenic cysts, tumours, and maxillofacial trauma
  • Diseases affecting the soft tissues of the mouth and face
  • Temporomandibular joint disorders
  • Mandibular fractures and complex facial injuries
  • Orthognathic and craniofacial conditions
  • Complex dentoalveolar surgical cases

Dr. Agustin Suma

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon
University of Tirana Faculty of Medicine

Professional Profile

Oral and maxillofacial surgeon with more than two decades of experience in general medicine, emergency care, hospital surgery, clinical leadership, university teaching, and healthcare systems development. His specialist practice and academic interests span maxillofacial trauma, dentoalveolar surgery, jaw pathology, temporomandibular joint disorders, orthognathic and reconstructive surgery, and head and neck oncology.

Areas of Clinical and Academic Focus

  • Oral and maxillofacial surgery
  • Maxillofacial trauma and mandibular fractures
  • Dentoalveolar surgery and impacted teeth
  • Jaw cysts and related pathology
  • Temporomandibular joint disorders
  • Orthognathic and craniofacial surgery
  • Head and neck oncology
  • Reconstructive and multidisciplinary care

Education

2014
Professional Master's Degree in Hospital Management
ISSAT, Tirana
Focus: hospital services, quality improvement, and healthcare management.
2008–2012
Postgraduate Specialisation in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
University of Tirana, Faculty of Medicine, Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Graduation mark: 90/100; overall academic average: 94/100.
1996–2002
Degree in General Medicine
University of Tirana, Faculty of Medicine, Department of General Medicine
Graduation mark: 95/100; overall academic average: 82/100.

Advanced Training

October 2023
Head, Neck and Thoracic Oncology Seminar
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center and Open Medical Institute, Salzburg, Austria
November 2022
Musculoskeletal Ultrasound of the Temporomandibular Joint
SonoSkills, UEMS
April 2021
Training Cycle
Albanian School of Public Administration
April 2018
Legal Aspects of Healthcare
Legal framework governing health rights and healthcare law in Albania, ISSAT, Tirana
December 2017
Clinical Observership and Hands-on Training
Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Kepler University Hospital, Med Campus III, Linz, Austria; supervised by Prim. DDr. Michael Malek
May 2016
Otolaryngology Seminar
Salzburg Weill Cornell Seminar, OMI and AAF, Salzburg, Austria
March 2009
Emergency Medicine Training
Ministry of Health; ASL TO2, Italy; COOPI

Professional Experience

2024–Present
Maxillofacial Surgeon
Hygeia Hospital, Tirana
2019–Present
Maxillofacial Surgeon
American Hospital, Tirana, Department of Head and Neck Surgery
Head of Service: Alfred Aga, MD, ScD.
2019–Present
Oral Surgeon
Klinika Rusi, Shkoder
2019–Present
Associate Lecturer in Maxillofacial Surgery
University of Medicine, Tirana, Faculty of Medicine, Department of Otorhinolaryngology
Head of Department: Prof. Assoc. Besim Boci.
2021–2022
Associate Lecturer
Luarasi University, Faculty of Medicine
Head of Department: Prof. Gezim Bocari.
2021–Present
Medical Advisor
ONI sh.p.k.
Design, development, and implementation of hospital information systems. Projects include the public health information system at Mother Teresa University Hospital Centre; the integrated health information systems at the Trauma University Hospital and Shefqet Ndroqi Regional Hospital Centre; and systems for the regional hospitals in Shkoder and Vlore. Chief Executive Officer: Ing. Indrit Kockici.
2019–2021
Chief Medical Officer
Regional Hospital in Shkoder
Chief Executive Officer: Ardjan Dajti.
2013–2021
Maxillofacial Surgeon
Regional Hospital in Shkoder, Department of Surgery, OMFS and EENT Clinic
Head of Service: Gezim Galiqi, MD, ScD.
2011–2013
Medical Advisor
ONI sh.p.k.
Design, development, and implementation of hospital information systems.
2008–2012
Resident Physician in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
University of Tirana, Faculty of Medicine; Mother Teresa University Hospital Centre; Claude Bernard French Hospital, Maxillofacial Surgery Service
Head of Service: Prof. Ramazan Isufi.
2003–2004 and 2007–2011
Emergency Physician
Regional Hospital in Shkoder, Emergency Department
2002–2003 and 2004–2007
General and Family Physician
Regional Directorate of the Health Care Insurance Institute, Shkoder

Professional Memberships

Organisation Membership Details
Order of Physicians of Albania Full member; registration number 178; licence number 757.
European Association for Cranio Maxillo Facial Surgery Full member; certificate number 103379.

Languages

Italian: Very good spoken and written proficiency; self-assessed level 9/10. Certified by the Faculty of Foreign Languages, University of Tirana.

French: Very good spoken and written proficiency.

English: Very good spoken and written proficiency.

Understand your options. Ask your questions. Your consultation
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A beautiful clinic and a very caring team. My treatment journey was smooth and well organized. I am extremely happy with the final result.

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Professional service, modern environment and genuinely friendly staff. Every step of the treatment was explained clearly and professionally.

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I had a wonderful experience at Vive Dental. The staff were helpful, the doctors were excellent and everything felt professional and reassuring.

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Excellent experience from start to finish. The entire team was professional, welcoming and very attentive. I felt completely comfortable throughout my treatment.

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Anna M.

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Very professional dental clinic with an amazing team. Everything was clearly explained to me and the result exceeded my expectations.

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James R.

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From the first consultation I felt that I was in good hands. The doctors are knowledgeable, kind and extremely precise. Highly recommended.

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Sarah L.

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A beautiful clinic and a very caring team. My treatment journey was smooth and well organized. I am extremely happy with the final result.

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Michael D.

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Professional service, modern environment and genuinely friendly staff. Every step of the treatment was explained clearly and professionally.

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I had a wonderful experience at Vive Dental. The staff were helpful, the doctors were excellent and everything felt professional and reassuring.

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