Latvia

Latvia is a country in Northern Europe, which is officially known as the Republic of Latvia. It emerged from Soviet Union in 1991 and became a member state of NATO and the European Union in 2004.

Though a small country, Latvia has had outstanding achievements in medicine. Latvian doctors are famous for their qualification and professionalism – Soviet political and social elite came to Latvia for medical and recreational treatments. Even today Latvian medical professionals continue to perform innovative and world-class operations.

Why Latvia?

Coming to Latvia for medical treatment you will benefit from:

• High quality medical skills equivalent to highest international standards. Traditionally, Latvian medical schools have a long history going back to 1930s. In addition, many of medical specialists have gained experience from professional exchange programmes in other European countries and USA.
• Latvian medical personnel are especially trained to provide courtesy medical care to all patients. Historically, Latvian society supported European values and way of thinking. Even during Soviet times Latvia was considered being the “west” of the USSR best characterized by its excellent service culture and traditions, professionalism and western mentality.
• Newest technologies and most modern medical equipment. After the EU accession Latvia experienced one of the highest economical growth in Europe, as a result, medical sector has installed capacity which can ensure the healthcare services of the highest standards.
• Attractive tourism destination – capital city Riga, Latvian nature and moderate climate. Most of medical treatments are carried out in Riga which is the biggest city in the Baltic states. And just 20 minutes away from the capital you are at the beautiful sea resort of Jurmala, with pine trees and white sand beaches. Jurmala is  a small seaside town – one of the most popular summer destinations on the post-Soviet territory. It offers a wide range of Spa and rehabilitation services. Jurmala is famous for its salty air and Kemeri mud – the senior members of the Soviet politburo often came to Jurmala for these health benefits. times the political elite came to Jurmala specially for it. The weather is favourable for recuperation after complicated medical treatments. Latvia’s rich culture along with many interesting tourist spots will impress even an experienced traveller.
• Constantly developing network of inexpensive flights and reasonable hotel prices.
• English is widely spoken especially by the young people.

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For more tourist information visit: www.latviatourism.lv
For more information about Riga visit: www.liveriga.com
For more information about Jurmala visit: www.jurmala.lv
For more information about Sigulda visit: www.tourism.sigulda.lv