Ms. Nino Dekanoidze is a highly qualified manager and expert whose professional career is primarily focused on the development and implementation of accreditation systems, institutional standards, and quality assurance mechanisms. She has extensive experience in administering expert evaluation processes, as well as in designing, regulating, and managing governance systems and institutional oversight frameworks.

Since 2026 she has served as the General Director of the Healthcare Quality Assessment and Accreditation Council, where she leads the development of healthcare quality standards, defines accreditation criteria, supervises conformity assessment procedures and implements monitoring mechanisms across the healthcare sector.

Ms. Keso Gulua is an experienced administrative professional with a strong background in

institutional management, organizational coordination, and quality standards implementation. Her

professional career reflects consistent growth within both public and private sector institutions, with

a focus on administrative governance and operational efficiency.

From 2017 to 2021  she worked in a public institution, initially serving as Assistant to the

Chairperson and later being promoted to the position of Senior Specialist. During this period she

gained substantial experience in administrative coordination, documentation management, and

internal organizational processes.

Since 2026 Mr. Teimuraz Tchikhoria has served as Quality Manager at the Healthcare Quality Assessment and Accreditation Council, where he oversees quality control processes, ensures compliance with established standards and regulatory requirements, conducts internal audits, and supports continuous improvement initiatives to maintain high service and operational performance.

Since 2025 he has also held the position of Company Director at Gentamed LTD, leading strategic initiatives and managing interdisciplinary projects.

Dr. Mamuka Nakashidze is a highly qualified surgeon and Doctor of Medical Sciences, with extensive clinical and managerial experience.

He began his professional career at Batumi No. 1 Hospital, in the Department of Surgery. In subsequent years, Dr. Nakashidze practiced as a surgeon at Batumi Clinical Hospital and the Regional Oncology Center.He headed the Health Care and Social Welfare Service of the Batumi City Municipality and later served as Minister of Labor, Health, and Social Protection of the Autonomous Republic of Adjara.Dr. Nakashidze led the Western Georgia Regional Center for Dialysis and Nephrology, holding managerial and director-level positions.He also worked at the Maritime Medical Center “Sagittarius” as Clinical Director and Quality Manager.

Dr. Lasha Gogokhia is an accomplished professional with a distinguished career in the healthcare and insurance sectors. His journey in the field began in 1995 when he completed his Medical Doctor degree at State Medical University in Tbilisi. Afterward, he embarked on a journey of continuous learning and professional development, which included a Certificate in Interventional Cardiology from the University Hospital in Basel in 2000. He further honed his expertise with Certificates in Healthcare Management in 2007 and Health Claims Management in 2013. Dr. Gogokhia’s career is characterized by a remarkable diversity of roles and responsibilities. He has served in various senior management positions in reputable institutions. His roles have encompassed both the medical and insurance domains. Notably, he has held positions such as Head of Claims and Providers Relationship Department at TBC Insurance Ltd, Clinical Support Manager at Geohospitals Ltd, and Urgent Medical Claims Senior Manager at JSC GPI Holding, a member of the VIG Group. Beyond his experience in Georgia, Dr. Gogokhia’s professional journey…

Dr Nino Gorgiladze boasts over a decade of experience in healthcare administration, fueled by a deep seated commitment to improving healthcare systems Her journey began with a Doctor of Dental Medicine ( degree from David Agmashenebeli University of Georgia in 2010 followed by a residency program and a medical license in Therapeutic Stomatology in 2012 Simultaneously, she honed her administrative skills by taking on the challenging role of the CEO of a Medical Diagnostic Center in Batumi in 2011 From 2014 onwards, Dr Gorgiladze expanded her expertise through consultancy work Collaborating with various healthcare organizations under long and short term contracts, she provided guidance on compliance with national regulations for licensing and permits, implemented quality management systems, conducted internal audits, and developed and implemented corrective action plans Since 2015 she has served as an invited teacher at Batumi Shota Rustaveli State University…

Dr. Tinatin Nakaidze is a physician and public health professional with over 15 years of leadership experience in hospital administration, healthcare governance, and clinical research. She holds an MD from Tbilisi State Medical University and an MPH from The George Washington University, USA, where she also trained in community health assessment and program planning. She has served in senior leadership roles at N. Kipshidze Central University Hospital and Pineo Medical Ecosystem, overseeing major hospital projects, policy development, licensing, HR management, and clinical trial coordination. In addition, she has contributed as a consultant and educator, supporting healthcare projects and organizational development. Fluent in Georgian, Russian, and English, Dr. Nakaidze combines her international training, administrative expertise, and data-driven skills to advance healthcare systems with a strong focus on quality, patient safety, and organizational efficiency.

Dr. Marina Darakhvelidze is a dedicated medical professional with extensive experience in the clinical field, health administration, and the educational sector. She holds an MD degree from Tbilisi State Medical University and a state certificate in Obstetrics and Gynecology. Her impressive educational journey also includes an ongoing PhD candidacy in Public Health at Ilia State University, along with master’s degrees in Law and English language and literature. Dr. Darakhvelidze’s extensive work experience includes the role of Head of the Healthcare Department at the Ministry of IDPsOT, Labour, Health, and Social Affairs of Georgia. She has held various senior management positions in the Quality Control Service of the State Regulatory Agency for Medical Activities. Since February 2020, she has been the head/dean of the Pharmacy department at the University of Georgia. Additionally, she serves as a lecturer of Bioethics and Medical Law, as well as Basics of Pharmacy Management at the School of Health Sciences of the University of Georgia…

Dr. Lela Tsakadze is a dedicated medical professional with a passion for enhancing healthcare standards. Her impressive educational journey includes ongoing PhD candidacy at Tbilisi State Medical University, a management course at Bank of Georgia University, and graduation from the Field Epidemiology and Laboratory Training Program (FELTP) by US CDC-SCO. She also holds an MD in General Practice from State Medical Institute, Tbilisi, Georgia, and a residence course in Tuberculosis at the Medical Academy of Postgraduate Education. Dr. Tsakadze’s extensive work experience includes the role of Director of Quality Control at Iashvili Children’s Central Hospital in Tbilisi, Georgia, a position she has held since March 2019. She is also a Lecturer of IPC Course at DTMU Nursing College and serves as a GEPHA trainer in the IPC program. Her prior roles include Chief Epidemiologist at Evex Medical Corporation, TB Doctor at the M/XDR-TB Department at the National Center for Tuberculosis and Lung Diseases, and Doctor at the same center…

Kakhaber Chikhradze is a surveyor specializing in the Clinical for AACI Mr. Chikhradze is a medical doctor for more then 35 years, after finishing Tbilisi State Medical University. He joined AACI in 2024 He currently works as a Head of Training Programs at American Hospital Tbilisi, Georgia. He is a qualified surveyor for Clinical. In addition, he is also qualified as ISO 9001-2015, OHSMS ISO 45001:2018 auditor. Mr. Chikhradze is actively involved in ISQua and ISO 17021 accreditation system as the management system responsible.

Dr. Giorgi Chkhartishvili is an experienced physician who has worked in emergency medicine, maritime medicine, environmental medicine, and public health for over 30 years.
He began his professional career in 1991 in the ICU/Anesthesiology department at Central Hospital in Batumi as a physician, following to graduation from Tbilisi State Medical University with a master’s degree.
In the following years, he was appointed head of the ICU/Anesthesiology department at the Municipality Hospital of Batumi. He was also the Head of the Department of Health and Social Services of Batumi Municipality and Deputy Minister of Health and Social Affairs for the Ministry of the Republic of Adjara.
Since 2006, Dr. Chkhartishvili has worked as a ship’s medical officer on Royal Caribbean cruise ships, marking a new endeavor in maritime/cruise medicine. He has led medical programs on Royal Caribbean, Celebrity Cruises, and Azamara cruise ships, helping to strengthen operational resilience, regulatory compliance, and global healthcare standards of care. His experience has given him a robust understanding of healthcare systems, quality assurance, and cross-functional consulting.

Pharmacist • Healthcare Executive • Labor Safety Strategist • PhD Researcher

PhD Candidate in Occupational Safety and Health, Georgian Technical University

Iveri Maisuradze is a Georgian healthcare executive, pharmacist, legal specialist,
and institutional reform strategist with over 15 years of leadership experience
in hospital governance, regulatory compliance, labor safety systems, and healthcare management.

Graduating from Tbilisi State Medical University as a state-certified pharmacist-organizer,
he later expanded his expertise into law and business engineering at the Georgian Technical University,

Alexander Gelenidze is a visionary builder of hospitals, shaping the healthcare landscape since 2010. His illustrious career began with the monumental task of constructing and equipping six hospitals within a span of 18 months, leaving an indelible mark on various regions of Georgia. In 2012, Alexander assumed the role of the Head of Procurement and Maintenance Department at Geo Hospitals, overseeing the renovation and standardization of several hospitals and polyclinics. His commitment to excellence and adherence to safety standards led to the successful completion of numerous projects. A pivotal moment in Alexander’s career occurred in 2017 when he undertook the construction of the Tbilisi Sea Hospital, boasting 100 patient beds…