STUDY PROGRAMS: MEDICINE
STUDY PROGRAMS: MEDICINE
STATE FUNDED OR TUITION FEE-BASED STUDIES
Qualification: Doctors Assistant (Feldsher)
Code of study program: 41721
Length of studies: 3 years, 180 ECTS
Level of Education: short cycle professional higher education
Studies are conducted: in Jūrmala (Vidus prospekts 38, Bulduri) and at the Rēzekne Branch (N. Rancāna Street 23a, Rēzekne)
Mode of studies: full time attendance
Previous education: secondary school
Head of study program: MHS Janeta Strazdiņa
DESCRIPTION OF SPECIALTY
A Doctor’s Assistant (Feldsher) is a healthcare professional who, in accordance with the competence defined in regulatory enactments for medical treatment and patient care, provides emergency medical assistance to patients in life‑threatening and critical conditions at the pre‑hospital stage and in hospital emergency departments. The Doctor’s Assistant establishes diagnoses and treatment plans, prescribes medication, and ensures continuous medical care and preventive measures for patients. He or she organizes and manages both their own work and that of colleagues, and educates patients, members of society, and team members.
A Doctor’s Assistant (Feldsher) works in outpatient medical institutions, emergency medical services, hospitals, and other institutions providing healthcare services.
MAIN PROFESSIONAL TASKS OF A DOCTOR’S ASSISTANT (FELDSHER)
A Doctor’s Assistant (Feldsher) assesses patients’ health conditions, diagnoses health disorders, and performs examinations. In collaboration with a physician, he or she ensures continuous medical care, including necessary treatment, using appropriate medical technologies. The Physician Assistant provides emergency medical care to patients in lifethreatening and critical situations, in accordance with guidelines and methodological recommendations. He or she prescribes medication and implements preventive measures in cooperation with a physician. The Physician Assistant educates healthcare specialists, medical support staff, and members of the public.
He or she also participates in organizing the work of emergency medical services, disaster medicine systems, and primary healthcare.
GOAL OF THE STUDY PROGRAM
To educate and prepare competent Doctor’s Assistants (Feldshers), trained in accordance with contemporary professional standards, who can provide highquality patient care and medical treatment both independently and as part of a healthcare team, and who contribute to the maintenance and promotion of public health.
PRACTICAL IMPLEMENTATION OF STUDY PROGRAM
The study process, in accordance with the program, is organized in college classrooms, preclinical simulation rooms, and laboratories. Students acquire courses through lectures, seminars, and practical classes. The study practices included in the program are organized in cooperation with healthcare institutions and emergency medical services, based on established collaboration agreements.
STUDY COURSES
General and Communication Psychology, social Dialogue in Society, Research and Sociology, Fundamentals of Pedagogy, Basics of Entrepreneurship and Financial Accounting, Record Management and Occupational Safety, Fundamentals of Project Development and Management, Applied Informatics in Medicine and Statistics, Latin Language, Biology and Genetics, Professional English Language, Hygiene and Environmental Medicine, Civil Protection, Anatomy/Biophysics, Physiology/Biochemistry, Pharmacology, General Pathology and Pathophysiology, Clinical Pharmacology I, Clinical Pharmacology II, Microbiology and Epidemiology, Introduction to the Specialty and Legal Aspects of Professional Practice, General Propedeutics, Internal Medicine I, Internal Medicine II, Oncology, Surgery I, Surgery II, Traumatology and Emergency Care, Pediatrics I, Pediatrics II, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Professional Technical Skills I, Professional Technical Skills II, Professional Technical Skills III, Resuscitation, Intensive Care, Toxicology, Emergency Medicine I, Emergency Medicine II, Basics of Electrocardiography, Primary Health Care, ENT and Ophthalmology, Dermatology and Sexually Transmitted Diseases, Neurology, Psychiatry and Psychiatric Emergencies, Infectious Diseases and Infection Control, Disaster and Military Medicine, Geriatrics, Elective Study Courses, Practice I (Professional Technical Skills), Practice II (Professional Technical Skills), Practice III (Specialty Practice), Qualification Thesis, Qualification Practice.
CAREER OPORTUNITIES
Graduates of the “Medicine” study program can work in emergency medical services, family doctor practices, and other healthcare institutions.
FURTHER STUDY OPPORTUNITIES
Graduates of the “Medicine” study program can specialize as Emergency Medicine Physician Assistants or Outpatient Care Physician Assistants.
ERASMUS+ MOBILITY
P. Stradins Medical College of the University of Latvia collaborates with a wide network of Erasmus+ program partners across Europe. While the college does not offer complete study programs in English, it provides diverse and up‑to‑date opportunities for clinical practice and practical training at hospitals, laboratories, within college simulation classes etc. Every year we welcome motivated Erasmus+ students from our partner institutions to gain valuable hands‑on experience with us.
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