Dr. Petre (Șargan) Izabella is a distinguished Romanian medical professional specializing in obstetrics and gynecology. Based in Timișoara, she currently serves as the Head of the Obstetrics-Gynecology II Clinic at the County Emergency Clinical Hospital and as a University Lecturer at the “Victor Babeș” University of Medicine and Pharmacy. With over two decades of academic and clinical experience, she holds two doctoral degrees in medicine, complemented by master’s and postgraduate certifications in healthcare management, ultrasonography, and maternal-fetal medicine. Dr. Izabella’s career integrates medical education, clinical practice, and advanced research in women’s health, cardiovascular risks during pregnancy, and gynecological oncology. Her international recognition includes prestigious awards and membership in multiple medical societies. She is an influential mentor, author, and board member contributing to advancing reproductive health and evidence-based gynecological care in Romania and beyond.
Professional Profile
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Education
Dr. Izabella’s academic journey began with a degree in General Medicine (1997–2003) from “Victor Babeș” University, Timișoara. She pursued dual specialization: General Surgery (2004–2010) and Obstetrics-Gynecology (2011–2014), earning certifications through national examinations. She holds two doctoral degrees—one in Anatomy (2007), with research on gastric pathology, and another in Obstetrics-Gynecology (2019), focused on cardiovascular risk in pregnant women. Her formal education includes a Master’s in Healthcare and Social Services Management and advanced professional training in colposcopy, laparoscopy, maternal-fetal medicine, and ultrasonography. Additionally, she completed Level I and II psychopedagogical modules from West University of Timișoara to strengthen her academic teaching capacity. Dr. Izabella’s multidisciplinary expertise spans clinical, surgical, administrative, and pedagogical domains, making her a rare blend of physician-scientist-educator. She continuously updates her skills through postgraduate courses and certifications, including national accreditations in obstetric imaging and minimally invasive gynecological surgery.
Experience
Dr. Izabella boasts over 20 years of professional experience in medicine and academia. She currently holds the position of Head of Obstetrics-Gynecology Clinic II at the County Emergency Clinical Hospital in Timișoara (since 2019), where she also works as a senior consultant. Concurrently, she is Associate Professor at the “Victor Babeș” University of Medicine and Pharmacy, where she has served progressively as assistant professor (2004–2014), lecturer (2017–2018), and now conferențiar (since 2018). Her early career included residency in both General Surgery and Obstetrics-Gynecology. She has trained countless students and residents, integrating education with patient care and research. Her work emphasizes high-risk pregnancy management, cervical pathology, maternal-fetal health, and minimally invasive gynecological procedures. Beyond clinical duties, she coordinates academic curricula, research supervision, and medical education events. Her multilingual skills and experience in telemedicine further enhance her adaptability in global and digital healthcare environments.
Research Interests
Dr. Izabella’s research centers on maternal-fetal medicine, gynecological oncology, and cardiovascular risks in pregnancy, integrating clinical investigations with population-level health data. Her doctoral work examined the utility of arterial function assessment in pregnant women at cardiovascular risk. She has studied the pathophysiology of abnormal uterine bleeding, ultrasound scoring systems, subclinical atherosclerosis, and endometrial lesions in comorbid patients. Her projects under the Romanian research initiative PRECISI led to significant publications in indexed journals. Other topics of interest include analgesic use in early pregnancy, epidermolysis bullosa diagnosis, and employee satisfaction in healthcare systems. Dr. Izabella applies both clinical data analysis and experimental models, collaborating on cross-border studies and international programs. She also participates in medical education and knowledge dissemination through poster presentations, mentorship, and academic coordination. Her research goal is to optimize diagnostic accuracy, reduce maternal morbidity, and foster sustainable, patient-centered gynecological care, using both technological innovation and clinical insight.
Awards
Dr. Izabella has received numerous prestigious awards recognizing her contributions to gynecology, education, and cross-border healthcare collaboration. She won First Prize for Best Strategic Cross-Border Project (DKMT BABY RO HU, 2023), and Best Poster Awards at national and international congresses (e.g., SOGR 2024). She received the “Mircea Teodorescu”, “Ioan Lighezean”, and “Cornel Prostean” awards for clinical excellence and case presentations in obstetrics and gynecology. Her research has been supported under PRECISI programs, with notable publications in Diagnostics, Science of the Total Environment, and Sustainability. Additional recognitions include honorary diplomas, appreciation certificates from Romania’s top maternal-infant institutions, and awards for innovation in prenatal care. She has been acknowledged by societies such as the Romanian-German Society for Obstetrics-Gynecology. Her contributions have earned her reviewer roles in ISI journals and invitations to international scientific boards, reflecting her dedication to excellence and her impact in reproductive health sciences.
Conclusion
Dr. Izabella Petre is an accomplished physician-scientist and academic whose exceptional contributions to obstetrics-gynecology, maternal-fetal medicine, and women’s healthcare leadership are underscored by her dual doctorates, high-impact research, prestigious awards, and dedication to clinical excellence and medical education at national and international levels.
Publications
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Pelvic Floor Muscle Training vs. Vaginal Vibration Cone Therapy for Postpartum Dyspareunia and Vaginal Laxity
F., Villani, Federico, I., Petre, Izabella, N.F., Buleu, Nicoleta Florina, … I., Petre, Ion, C.G., Furǎu, Cristian George
, 2025
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Autonomic Dysfunction and Cardiac Performance in Pregnant Women with Hypertensive Disorders: A Comparative Study Using Heart Rate Variability and Global Longitudinal Strain
C., Bogdan, Carina, A., Apostol, Adrian, V.M., Ivan, Viviana Mihaela, … F.M., Maralescu, Felix Mihai, D.F., Lighezan, Daniel Florin
, 2024
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Effect of Vitamin D Deficiency on Arterial Stiffness in Pregnant Women with Preeclampsia and Pregnancy-Induced Hypertension and Implications for Fetal Development
M., Iurciuc, M., N.F., Buleu, Nicoleta Florina, S., Iurciuc, Stela, … M.O., Timircan, Madalina Otilia, I., Petre, Ion
, 2024
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The Impact of Medical Physical Training and a Structured Personalized Exercise Training Program on Hemodynamic Parameters and Arterial Stiffness in Pregnant Women
I., Petre, Izabella, S., Iurciuc, Stela, N.F., Buleu, Nicoleta Florina, … F.M., Barna, Flavia Mirela, M., Iurciuc, M.
, 2024
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Systematic Review on the Effectiveness and Outcomes of Nivolumab Treatment Schemes in Advanced and Metastatic Cervical Cancer
I., Petre, Ion, C., Vernic, Corina, I., Petre, Izabella, … C.M., Fizedean, Camelia Melania, D.C., Vlad, Daliborca Cristina
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Real-world performance and safety of vaginal ovules in reducing the vaginal symptoms associated with vulvovaginal atrophy and postmenopausal sexual dysfunction
D.G., Iliescu, Dominic Gabriel, R., Petrita, Ramona, C., Teodorescu, Cristina, … A.A., Alexa, Andreea Anda, I., Petre, Izabella
, 2024