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I am a driven medical graduate from Riga Stradiņa University, passionately pursuing a career in paediatric neurosurgery. My academic journey has been enriched by hands-on neurosurgical experience and a first-place award in neurology and neurosurgery at the 2023 International Student Conference, fueling my commitment to advancing brain research. Motivated by a desire to improve young lives through innovative treatments, I am dedicated to rigorous scientific inquiry and clinical excellence, aiming to contribute meaningfully to neuroscience while training relentlessly to become a world-class neurosurgeon.…I am a driven medical graduate from Riga Stradiņa University, passionately pursuing a career in paediatric neurosurgery. My academic journey has been enriched by hands-on neurosurgical experience and a first-place award in neurology and neurosurgery at the 2023 International Student Conference, fueling my commitment to advancing brain research. Motivated by a desire to improve young lives through innovative treatments, I am dedicated to rigorous scientific inquiry and clinical excellence, aiming to contribute meaningfully to neuroscience while training relentlessly to become a world-class neurosurgeon.

Andris Zaguzovs

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I am a driven medical graduate from Riga Stradiņa University, passionately pursuing a career in paediatric neurosurgery. My academic journey has been enriched by hands-on neurosurgical experience and a first-place award in neurology and neurosurgery at the 2023 International Student Conference, fueling my commitment to advancing brain research. Motivated by a desire to improve young lives through innovative treatments, I am dedicated to rigorous scientific inquiry and clinical excellence, aiming to contribute meaningfully to neuroscience while training relentlessly to become a world-class neurosurgeon.…I am a driven medical graduate from Riga Stradiņa University, passionately pursuing a career in paediatric neurosurgery. My academic journey has been enriched by hands-on neurosurgical experience and a first-place award in neurology and neurosurgery at the 2023 International Student Conference, fueling my commitment to advancing brain research. Motivated by a desire to improve young lives through innovative treatments, I am dedicated to rigorous scientific inquiry and clinical excellence, aiming to contribute meaningfully to neuroscience while training relentlessly to become a world-class neurosurgeon.

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I am a driven medical graduate from Riga Stradiņa University, passionately pursuing a career in paediatric neurosurgery. My academic journey has been enriched by hands-on neurosurgical experience and a first-place award in neurology and neurosurgery at the 2023 International Student Conference, fueling my commitment to advancing brain research.

Motivated by a desire to improve young lives through innovative treatments, I am dedicated to rigorous scientific inquiry and clinical excellence, aiming to contribute meaningfully to neuroscience while training relentlessly to become a world-class neurosurgeon.

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Work Experience

Medical Assistant (Medical Student Working as a Nurse) at 55. Neurosurgery Department - Pauls Stradiņa Clinical University Hospital

September 1, 2025 - October 19, 2025

Clinical collaboration with multidisciplinary teams in high-pressure neurosurgery settings; dressing changes, wound care, IV/IM/oral medication administration, and execution of advanced resuscitation and hypertensive crisis protocols.

Emergency Department Physician at Jūrmala Hospital

August 1, 2025 - Present

Acute management of medical, surgical, trauma, and neurological emergencies. Advanced life support, resuscitation, and stabilization procedures. Urgent diagnostics (ECG, ultrasound, X-ray, labs) and emergency interventions. Coordination with ICU and specialty teams for patient transfers and care.

Volunteer - Paediatric Neurosurgery, Ward 5 at Children's Clinical University Hospital

October 1, 2024 - Present

Immersed in paediatric neurosurgery, assisted surgeries, performed postoperative wound dressings, and observed advanced procedures. Helped develop nursing guidelines to enhance ward efficiency and presented a patient case at an international conference.

Medical Assistant (Medical Student Working as a Nurse) at Department of Neurology and Neurosurgery, Riga East Clinical University Hospital

May 30, 2024 - October 19, 2025

Monitored patient vitals and status in high-pressure settings, coordinated specialist care, led sterile and non-sterile procedures, collected specimens, and placed/man aged nasogastric, IV, and central venous catheters under strict infection-control standards.

Volunteer - Paediatric Neurosurgery, Ward 5 at Children's Clinical University Hospital

March 1, 2024 - Present

Gained exposure under senior doctors, supported patient visits and outpatient consultations, assisted in craniosynostosis and other paediatric neurosurgical cases; presented a patient case at an international conference.

Medical Assistant (Medical Student Working as a Nurse) at 20. Neurology Department - Pauls Stradiņa Clinical University Hospital

December 1, 2023 - October 19, 2025

Tracked patient vitals and condition, flagging critical changes to physicians. Assisted in sterile/non-sterile procedures and dressing changes. Treated pressure ulcers and managed hypertensive crises with precision. Directed nursing assistants to optimize workflow. Executed procedures: nasogastric/IV/central venous catheter management; medication administration (IV, IM, oral, etc.).

Volunteer - Neurology and Neurosurgery Clinic at Riga East Clinical University Hospital

September 1, 2023 - Present

Trained under Dr. Stefan Rjabcev, developed Decursus documentation and neurosurgical assessment data collection; assisted in surgeries including ventriculoperitoneal shunting and glioblastoma evacuation; observed spine surgery and other complex procedures.

Junior Nurse Assistant (Orderly) at 20. Neurology Department - Pauls Stradiņa Clinical University Hospital

August 14, 2022 - October 19, 2025

Monitored patient conditions, promptly updated nursing team on changes. Supported nurses in procedures and patient care tasks. Provided hands-on assistance with patient hygiene, feeding, mobility, and transport. Positioned bedridden patients, preventing pressure ulcers with vigilance.

Breakfast Waiter at 3V PROJECT

August 30, 2019 - October 19, 2025

Delivered high-quality breakfast service for Wellton Hotel guests in a three-person team. Prepared dining area, set up buffet, and ensured readiness for service. Maintained buffet stock, cleared dishes, washed/polished cutlery, and operated cash register. Supported post-shift setup for restaurant operations.