Klinika Kajo Tirana is a private medical clinic specialising in gastro-hepatology, cardiology and laboratory diagnostics. Founded in 1999 by Prof. Asc. Dr. Ilir Kajo and Prof. Dr. Efrosina “Nina” Kajo, the clinic has developed around two clearly defined medical specialties rather than operating as a general-purpose international medical centre.
Today, the medical team includes gastro-hepatologists, a cardiologist, laboratory doctors, a microbiologist, an anatomical pathologist, a hematologist and nursing and laboratory staff. The clinic states that it now sees more than 10,000 patients each year from Albania and neighbouring countries.
Klinika Kajo is located on Dritan Hoxha Street, Building 15, Entrance 12, Floor 2, Tirana 1023, close to the Asllan Rusi Sports Palace.
Patients can submit an enquiry through the contact form on this page. If you already have previous endoscopy reports, cardiac investigations, laboratory results or other relevant medical records, mention them when describing the consultation or examination you need.
Klinika Kajo Tirana Since 1999
Klinika Kajo began in Tirana in 1999 as a smaller private medical practice founded by Dr Ilir Kajo and Dr Nina Kajo.
Its development has remained strongly connected with their respective medical fields.
Prof. Asc. Dr. Ilir Kajo works in gastroenterology and hepatology, with particular expertise in diagnostic and therapeutic digestive endoscopy.
Prof. Dr. Efrosina “Nina” Kajo works in cardiology and echocardiography, including transthoracic and transesophageal cardiac ultrasound.
Rather than publishing a very broad list of unrelated specialties, Klinika Kajo currently concentrates principally on:
- Gastroenterology
- Hepatology
- Digestive endoscopy
- Cardiology
- Echocardiography
- Cardiovascular diagnostic testing
- Laboratory medicine
- Microbiology
- Hematology
- Histopathology
This narrower clinical identity makes the page more useful for patients specifically searching for a gastroenterologist or cardiologist in Tirana.
Prof. Asc. Dr. Ilir Kajo – Gastroenterologist and Hepatologist
Prof. Asc. Dr. Ilir Kajo is a gastroenterologist, hepatologist and digestive endoscopist with more than four decades of medical experience.
He studied medicine at the University of Tirana between 1974 and 1980 and later completed postgraduate specialisation in gastroenterology and hepatology.
His professional training also included digestive endoscopy in France and Germany.
From 1983 to 1984, Dr Kajo trained in diagnostic digestive endoscopy at Beaujon Hospital in Paris. Later, between 1994 and 1995, he undertook training in therapeutic digestive endoscopy at the Bundeswehr University Hospital in Ulm, Germany.
According to his current professional profile, he was among the doctors involved in introducing modern gastroscopy and colonoscopy techniques into Albania.
His work at Klinika Kajo focuses particularly on:
- Gastroenterology consultations
- Liver disease
- Gastroscopy
- Colonoscopy
- Diagnostic digestive endoscopy
- Therapeutic endoscopy
- Gastrointestinal biopsy
- Follow-up of chronic digestive conditions
Prof. Dr. Ilir Kajo also speaks English, German and French, which can be useful for international patients arranging a specialist consultation in Tirana.
Gastroenterology at Klinika Kajo Tirana
The gastro-hepatology department evaluates conditions involving the oesophagus, stomach, small and large intestine, liver and related digestive organs.
Patients may be referred or seek assessment for problems such as:
- Persistent abdominal pain
- Gastro-oesophageal reflux
- Difficulty swallowing
- Recurrent nausea or vomiting
- Gastrointestinal bleeding
- Unexplained anaemia
- Changes in bowel habits
- Chronic diarrhoea
- Persistent constipation
- Inflammatory bowel disease
- Liver disease
- Suspected Helicobacter pylori infection
- Polyps
- Ulcer disease
The exact examination depends on the symptoms and previous medical history.
For example, upper digestive symptoms may lead to consideration of gastroscopy, whereas rectal bleeding or persistent changes in bowel habits may require assessment of the lower digestive tract.
Gastroscopy in Tirana
Gastroscopy is one of the main procedures performed at Klinika Kajo.
The examination allows the gastroenterologist to inspect the oesophagus, stomach and first part of the small intestine using a flexible endoscope equipped with a camera.
Klinika Kajo currently identifies Prof. Asc. Dr. Ilir Kajo, Dr Silva Gjika and Dr Atea Guma among the gastroenterologists who perform gastroscopy.
The procedure can help investigate symptoms including:
- Persistent upper abdominal pain
- Reflux or frequent heartburn
- Difficulty swallowing
- Recurrent vomiting
- Gastrointestinal bleeding
- Unexplained anaemia
- Suspected gastritis
- Suspected stomach or duodenal ulcer
- Possible Helicobacter pylori-related disease
When clinically appropriate, the doctor can also obtain small tissue samples during endoscopy for further laboratory or histopathological examination.
The clinic’s current public price list shows gastroscopy at 10,000 ALL.
Colonoscopy at Klinika Kajo
Colonoscopy provides direct examination of the colon and rectum.
Klinika Kajo performs colonoscopy for both diagnostic assessment and selected preventive indications. The clinic identifies Prof. Asc. Dr. Ilir Kajo, Dr Silva Gjika and Dr Atea Guma among the doctors performing the procedure.
Possible reasons for evaluation include:
- Blood in the stool
- Persistent changes in bowel habits
- Chronic abdominal symptoms
- Unexplained weight loss
- Anaemia without a clear cause
- Suspected inflammatory bowel disease
- Polyps
- Colorectal cancer screening
During colonoscopy, the gastroenterologist can inspect the bowel lining and, when clinically indicated, obtain a biopsy or remove selected polyps.
Preparation is necessary before the procedure because the colon must be adequately cleaned for the doctor to inspect the bowel wall.
The current official price list shows colonoscopy at 15,000 ALL.
Sedation for Endoscopic Procedures
Klinika Kajo also provides sedation as part of selected endoscopic procedures.
The clinic’s colonoscopy information describes sedation as its usual approach for patient comfort, although the final medical decision depends on the individual case.
Its current public price list separately lists full sedation at 5,000 ALL.
Patients should mention relevant medical conditions, medications, allergies and previous problems with sedation or anaesthesia before the procedure.
Biopsy and Histopathology
Some digestive examinations require more than visual inspection.
During gastroscopy or colonoscopy, the gastroenterologist may obtain a small tissue sample when a lesion or abnormal area needs further assessment.
Klinika Kajo’s current price list shows:
- Tissue sampling for biopsy – 3,000 ALL
- Histopathological examination – 7,000 ALL
The need for biopsy depends on the findings during the procedure.
Abdominal Ultrasound
Abdominal ultrasound is another diagnostic service provided within the gastro-hepatology workflow.
Ultrasound can help clinicians assess abdominal organs without exposing the patient to ionising radiation.
The current official price for abdominal ultrasound is 4,000 ALL.
Whether ultrasound alone is sufficient depends on the clinical question. Some patients may also require laboratory testing, endoscopy or another form of imaging.
Helicobacter Pylori Testing
Klinika Kajo provides testing related to Helicobacter pylori, a bacterium associated with several stomach conditions.
Its laboratory currently lists fecal H. pylori antigen testing at 1,000 ALL.
In some patients, the gastroenterologist may also investigate H. pylori during gastroscopy according to the clinical situation.
Testing should be selected according to symptoms, previous treatment and current medication because these factors can influence which method is appropriate.
Prof. Dr. Efrosina “Nina” Kajo – Cardiologist and Echocardiography Specialist
Cardiology at Klinika Kajo is led by Prof. Dr. Efrosina “Nina” Kajo.
Her specialist area includes cardiology and advanced echocardiography.
Dr Nina Kajo has more than 40 years of professional experience. She completed medical studies at the University of Tirana and postgraduate specialisation in cardiology before undertaking advanced cardiovascular imaging training in Germany.
Her subsequent training included transthoracic and transesophageal echocardiography at Herz- und Diabeteszentrum NRW in Bad Oeynhausen and the Bundeswehr Hospital in Ulm.
She has also undertaken additional training involving Doppler vascular ultrasound, Cardio-CT and Cardio-MRI.
Her current work includes evaluation and follow-up of patients with conditions such as:
- Ischaemic heart disease
- Hypertension
- Heart rhythm disorders
- Heart valve disease
- Patients with prosthetic heart valves
- Cardiovascular risk factors
- Selected congenital heart conditions
- Carotid artery disease
Dr Nina Kajo speaks English, Italian and French.
Cardiology at Klinika Kajo Tirana
The cardiology department combines specialist consultation with several forms of non-invasive cardiovascular testing.
Depending on symptoms and medical history, available examinations include:
- Resting ECG
- Transthoracic echocardiography
- Transesophageal echocardiography
- Carotid ultrasound
- Exercise stress testing
- 24-hour ECG Holter
- 48-hour ECG Holter
- 7-day ECG Holter
- 24-hour ambulatory blood pressure monitoring
- 48-hour ambulatory blood pressure monitoring
Not every patient needs all these tests.
A cardiologist first considers symptoms, cardiovascular risk factors, previous findings and medication before deciding which investigation provides useful information.
Resting ECG
A resting electrocardiogram records the electrical activity of the heart.
It can provide information about heart rhythm, conduction and selected changes that may require further assessment.
Klinika Kajo currently lists a resting ECG at 1,500 ALL.
Depending on the reason for consultation, the cardiologist may combine ECG findings with physical examination, echocardiography, Holter monitoring or other testing.
Transthoracic Echocardiography – TTE
Transthoracic echocardiography uses ultrasound to examine cardiac structures and function through the chest wall.
It can provide information about:
- Heart chamber size
- Ventricular function
- Heart valves
- Selected structural abnormalities
- Blood flow patterns
The current published price for TTE cardiac ultrasound is 4,000 ALL.
Prof. Dr. Nina Kajo has particular professional experience in echocardiography and long-term follow-up of patients with cardiovascular disease and previous cardiac surgery.
Transesophageal Echocardiography – TEE
Klinika Kajo also provides transesophageal echocardiography.
TEE uses an ultrasound probe positioned in the oesophagus to obtain more detailed images of selected cardiac structures than standard transthoracic echocardiography can provide in some situations.
It is a more specialised investigation and is not required for routine cardiology assessment.
The clinic’s current public price for TEE is 10,000 ALL.
ECG Holter Monitoring
A standard ECG records only a short period of cardiac activity.
Holter monitoring records the heart rhythm over a much longer period, which can help when symptoms such as palpitations or intermittent rhythm disturbances do not appear during a brief resting ECG.
Klinika Kajo currently provides:
- ECG Holter 24 hours – 4,000 ALL
- ECG Holter 48 hours – 6,000 ALL
- ECG Holter 7 days – 10,000 ALL
The cardiologist determines the appropriate monitoring period according to the clinical question.
Ambulatory Blood Pressure Monitoring – ABPM
ABPM measures blood pressure repeatedly during normal daily activity and sleep.
This provides a broader picture than a single blood-pressure measurement in a clinic.
Current published prices include:
- ABPM Holter 24 hours – 3,000 ALL
- ABPM Holter 48 hours – 4,000 ALL
The test can be useful when the clinician needs to evaluate blood-pressure behaviour over time.
Exercise Stress Test
Klinika Kajo provides exercise ECG testing on a treadmill.
The examination monitors heart activity while physical workload gradually increases.
Current published pricing lists the exercise stress test at 4,500 ALL.
Whether a stress test is suitable depends on symptoms, age, previous medical findings and the cardiologist’s assessment.
Carotid Ultrasound
Carotid Doppler ultrasound evaluates blood flow through the arteries in the neck that supply blood to the brain.
Prof. Dr. Nina Kajo’s professional profile includes specific training and extensive experience in carotid ultrasound.
The clinic currently lists carotid vascular Doppler ultrasound at 4,000 ALL.
Medical Laboratory at Klinika Kajo
The clinic also operates a laboratory that supports its gastroenterology and cardiology services.
The current medical team includes Dr Age Hodaj in microbiology, Dr Aurora Knuti in laboratory medicine, Dr Irda Rrugëja in anatomical pathology and Dr Irma Lapaj in hematology.
Available laboratory testing includes clinical, biochemical, hormonal, bacteriological and selected tumour-marker investigations.
Examples from the current public price list include:
- Complete blood count – 1,000 ALL
- Blood glucose – 350 ALL
- Total cholesterol – 350 ALL
- Triglycerides – 350 ALL
- HDL – 350 ALL
- LDL – 350 ALL
- Creatinine – 400 ALL
- Liver enzymes including SGOT and SGPT – 350 ALL each
- HbA1C – 1,500 ALL
- TSH – 1,500 ALL
- Ferritin – 2,000 ALL
- Fecal H. pylori antigen – 1,000 ALL
- Fecal occult blood – 1,000 ALL
Additional tests are available depending on the clinical indication.
Current Klinika Kajo Prices
Klinika Kajo publishes an unusually detailed current price list for its principal gastroenterology, cardiology and laboratory services.
Selected prices currently include:
Gastro-hepatology consultation – 4,000 ALL
Abdominal ultrasound – 4,000 ALL
Gastroscopy – 10,000 ALL
Colonoscopy – 15,000 ALL
Sigmoidoscopy – 10,000 ALL
Tissue biopsy sampling – 3,000 ALL
Histopathology – 7,000 ALL
Cardiology consultation – 4,000 ALL
Resting ECG – 1,500 ALL
TTE cardiac ultrasound – 4,000 ALL
TEE cardiac ultrasound – 10,000 ALL
Carotid Doppler ultrasound – 4,000 ALL
24-hour ECG Holter – 4,000 ALL
48-hour ECG Holter – 6,000 ALL
7-day ECG Holter – 10,000 ALL
24-hour ABPM – 3,000 ALL
48-hour ABPM – 4,000 ALL
Exercise stress test – 4,500 ALL
Full sedation – 5,000 ALL
Prices can change, and an individual patient may need additional tests or examinations. Therefore, confirm the current cost for the exact procedure before arranging treatment.
More Than 10,000 Patients Per Year
Klinika Kajo states that it now treats more than 10,000 patients each year.
Its patient base extends beyond Tirana and includes people from other parts of Albania as well as Kosovo, North Macedonia, Montenegro and other countries.
For an international patient, the most relevant practical advantage is that both Prof. Dr. Ilir Kajo and Prof. Dr. Nina Kajo speak several foreign languages.
Dr Ilir Kajo lists English, German and French.
Dr Nina Kajo lists English, Italian and French.
Patients should still mention their preferred language when submitting an enquiry.
Klinika Kajo Tirana Location
Klinika Kajo is located at:
Dritan Hoxha Street
Building 15, Entrance 12, Floor 2
Tirana 1023
Albania
The clinic is situated near the Asllan Rusi Sports Palace.
Current published opening hours are:
Monday – 08:00 to 18:00
Tuesday – 08:00 to 18:00
Wednesday – 08:00 to 18:00
Thursday – 08:00 to 18:00
Friday – 08:00 to 18:00
Saturday – Closed
Sunday – Closed
Patients travelling specifically for an endoscopic or cardiac procedure should confirm preparation requirements and appointment timing before arranging their schedule.
What to Send With Your Medical Enquiry
Providing relevant records can make the initial discussion more useful.
For gastroenterology enquiries, useful documents may include:
- Previous gastroscopy or colonoscopy reports
- Histopathology results
- Abdominal ultrasound reports
- Laboratory results
- Medication list
- Previous diagnosis
- Description of current symptoms
For cardiology enquiries, useful information can include:
- Previous ECGs
- Echocardiography reports
- Holter results
- Blood-pressure records
- Blood tests
- Previous cardiology reports
- Current medication
- Information about previous cardiac surgery
Do not stop prescribed medication solely because you are arranging a new consultation. Any changes should follow medical advice from the clinician responsible for your care.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Klinika Kajo specialise in?
Klinika Kajo focuses primarily on gastro-hepatology, cardiology and laboratory diagnostics.
When was Klinika Kajo founded?
The clinic states that Prof. Dr. Nina Kajo and Prof. Asc. Dr. Ilir Kajo founded the practice in Tirana in 1999.
Who is the gastroenterologist at Klinika Kajo?
Prof. Asc. Dr. Ilir Kajo is a gastroenterologist, hepatologist and digestive endoscopist. The current team also includes gastro-hepatologists Dr Silva Gjika, Dr Atea Guma and Dr Borana Bakëri.
Who is the cardiologist?
Prof. Dr. Efrosina “Nina” Kajo is the clinic’s cardiologist and echocardiography specialist.
Does Klinika Kajo perform gastroscopy?
Yes. Gastroscopy is one of the clinic’s principal digestive endoscopy procedures.
Does the clinic perform colonoscopy?
Yes. Colonoscopy is available for diagnostic assessment and selected screening indications.
How much does gastroscopy cost?
The clinic’s current published price is 10,000 ALL.
How much does colonoscopy cost?
The current published price is 15,000 ALL.
Is sedation available?
Yes. The clinic’s current price list includes full sedation at 5,000 ALL. The medical team determines the appropriate approach for the individual procedure and patient.
Does Klinika Kajo provide cardiac ultrasound?
Yes. The clinic provides both transthoracic echocardiography and transesophageal echocardiography.
Does Klinika Kajo provide Holter monitoring?
Yes. ECG Holter monitoring is available for 24 hours, 48 hours and seven days. ABPM blood-pressure monitoring is also available.
Can I have laboratory tests at the clinic?
Yes. Klinika Kajo has an on-site laboratory providing a broad range of biochemical, hematological, hormonal, microbiological and other investigations.
Does Dr Ilir Kajo speak English?
Yes. His current professional profile lists English, German and French.
Does Dr Nina Kajo speak English?
Yes. Her profile lists English, Italian and French.
Where is Klinika Kajo in Tirana?
The clinic is on Dritan Hoxha Street, Building 15, Entrance 12, Floor 2, Tirana 1023, near the Asllan Rusi Sports Palace.
What are the opening hours?
The clinic currently opens Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 18:00 and is closed on Saturday and Sunday.
Request an Appointment at Klinika Kajo Tirana
If you are considering a gastroenterology or cardiology consultation at Klinika Kajo Tirana, complete the contact form below and explain which consultation, examination or investigation you require.
For gastroenterology, mention previous endoscopy results, abdominal imaging or laboratory findings if available.
For cardiology, include previous ECG, echocardiography, Holter or blood-pressure monitoring reports where relevant.
Also provide information about current medication and previous diagnoses that may affect the consultation.
International patients should include their expected dates in Tirana.
Send your enquiry to request current appointment availability and information about the examination or consultation required.
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