Samuli Nissinen
Specialist in internal medicine and gastroenterology
I have 20 years of experience in treating various symptoms related to internal disorders and gastroenterology. These days, I particularly work with gastrointestinal endoscopy. I specialise in colorectal cancer prevention and early diagnostics. In a typical colonoscopy, I look for the cause of the patient’s symptoms and examine the intestines for early-stage growths of tissue, or polyps. I carefully remove any abnormal growths, giving my patient the best chance of avoiding colorectal cancer. In my endoscopy work, I use the quality control program Scopia.app to prove the quality of my work and the patient experience.
I see and treat each of my patients as an individual. I want to offer people the best treatment in every scenario.
Welcome to my practice!
Languages
Finnish, English, Swedish
Education
Specialist in Gastroenterology, University of Eastern Finland 2016
Specialist in Internal Medicine, University of Eastern Finland 2013
Licentiate of Medicine, University of Oulu 2006
Work history
- Omahäme, Associate Chief Physician, primary health care, endoscopy and colorectal cancer screening 2023–
- Local government regional authority of the Forssa region, Specialist 2021–2023
- Kanta-Häme Central Hospital, Specialist 2018–2021
- Kuopio University Hospital, Varkaus Regional Hospital Partnership Office, Specialist 2016–2017
- Kuopio University Hospital, Specialist 2013–2016
- Varkaus Regional Hospital, Doctor in Training, Internal Medicine 2010–2013
- Kuopio University Hospital, Doctor in Training 2007–2010
- Municipality of Inari, Health Centre Physician 2006–2007
- University of Oulu, Part-time Researcher 2001–2004
Memberships and positions of trust
Member of the Finnish Medical Association and the Finnish Medical Society Duodecim
Member of the Finnish Society of Gastroenterology and Chair of the Endoscopy Division
Medical Specialist for the AD Committee of the International Federation of Sleddog Sports (IFSS)
Scientific activities
Dissertation on early diagnostics of pancreatic cancer based on urine samples, University of Eastern Finland. Three publications on the subject.
Biography
I have more than 20 years of experience as a physician. I spent more than 10 years of my career at Kuopio University Hospital and its surroundings. When it comes to internal medicine and gastroenterology, I have always been fascinated by everything that they entail. In recent years, however, the most important focus in my work has been endoscopy and, especially, colorectal cancer screening.
I am an active educator, especially in relation to high-quality intestinal endoscopy. While volunteering in my area of specialty, I have actively led the preparation of new treatment recommendations and organised training for specialists.
I work in Kanta-Häme and I’m in charge of colorectal cancer screening. I work as an operational manager and medical specialist at Suomen Gastroenterologipalvelut Oy. I am a founding member of Scopia Oy, serving as a medical specialist.
I spend most of my free time with my family and children. I am passionate about sports and I exercise whenever I have the opportunity. Skiing and cycling are my favourite sports. At home, I relax by working in the garden. I’d say that it’s one of the best activities in the world.