Upryamova Ekaterina is a highly distinguished physician-scientist and recognized opinion leader in the field of obstetric anesthesiology and intensive care. Holding an MD, a PhD, and an MBA, she currently serves as the Chief of the Anesthesiology and Intensive Care Division, as well as the Chief of the Research Division of Anesthesiology, at the prestigious D.O. Ott Federal Research Institute of Obstetrics, Gynecology, and Reproductology Medicine in Saint Petersburg, Russia. With over two decades of clinical and academic excellence, Dr. Upryamova specializes in the high-stakes management, delivery, and postoperative care of pregnant patients presenting with severe, complex comorbidities, including cardiovascular, respiratory, neurological, and rare diseases.

Advanced Obstetric Anesthesia & Labor Analgesia, Regional & Neuraxial Anesthesia