Ketevan Kuzanov
Medical Doctor
Riga
Summary
Final-year medical student and upcoming EU graduate with extensive clinical experience across Latvia, the UK, and Georgia, including rotations in neurosurgery, paediatric emergency medicine, oncology, and plastic surgery. Skilled in patient assessment, clinical decision-making, and multidisciplinary teamwork, with experience in audit and quality improvement. Published researcher with multiple international presentations. Seeking clinical or internship opportunities in Ireland.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
4
4
Languages
Work History
Clinical Intern - Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
Kuzanov Clinic
01.2026 - Current
- Assisted in plastic and reconstructive surgical procedures, including cosmetic and post-oncological reconstruction
- Participated in patient assessment, ward rounds, and outpatient clinics
- Supported pre- and post-operative care, including wound management and follow-up
- Gained exposure to surgical planning and intraoperative techniques
Clinical Intern - Neurosurgery
National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery
11.2025 - 12.2025
- Participated in ward rounds and clinics, assisting in neurosurgical patient assessment and management
- Performed supervised histories and neurological examinations, presenting findings to the clinical team
- Observed neurosurgical procedures (e.g. craniotomies, spinal surgery, VP shunts) and perioperative care
- Assisted with documentation, imaging review (CT/MRI), and management planning
Clinical Intern - Paediatric Emergency Room
Bristol Royal Hospital for Children
09.2025 - 10.2025
- Participated in ward and ED rounds, performing supervised paediatric histories and examinations
- Assisted in managing common paediatric emergencies (e.g. respiratory distress, febrile illness, trauma)
- Supported investigations and treatment planning under supervision
- Communicated with patients and families and worked within the multidisciplinary team
Clinical Intern - Oncology
Mardaleishvili Medical Centre
08.2025 - 08.2025
Clinical Intern - Oncology
Western General Hospital
07.2025 - 08.2025
- Participated in ward rounds, contributing to oncology patient assessment and management
- Took focused histories and performed clinical examinations under supervision
- Observed SACT prescribing, radiotherapy planning, and MDT decision-making
- Gained experience in managing oncological emergencies (e.g. neutropenic sepsis)
- Communicated with patients and collaborated within the multidisciplinary team
Clinical Intern - Family Medicine
Caucasus Medical Centre
05.2025 - 07.2025
- Conducted supervised patient consultations, including history taking and examinations
- Assisted in the management of acute and chronic conditions
- Performed basic clinical procedures (e.g. ECGs, phlebotomy, observations)
- Provided patient education and maintained clinical documentation
Assistant of a Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon
Kuzanov Clinic
07.2023 - 01.2025
- Completed multiple clinical placements across 2023–2025 with increasing surgical responsibility
- Assisted in reconstructive and cosmetic procedures (rhinoplasty, abdominoplasty, blepharoplasty)
- Supported pre- and post-operative care and minor procedures (e.g. suturing, bandaging)
Doctor Assistant in ER
Central Republican Hospital
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Assisted in emergency patient care, including history taking and clinical support
- Established IV access and administered medications under supervision
- Supported pre-operative preparation and observed surgical procedures
- Communicated with patients and families, providing reassurance and support
Education
M.D. - Medicine
Riga Stradins University
Riga, Latvia06.2026
IMMEDIA Life Support - Health and welfare
The Health & Safety Group
London11.2026
Accomplishments
- Conference Presentation - "International Conference on Plastic Surgery & Aesthetic Medicine 2025"
- Quality Improvement Project at Kuzanov Clinic
- Award Winning Oral Presentation - "International Student Conference 2025"
- Audit - "Gloves Off" at Bristol Royal Hospital for Children
- Audit - "Introduction of Penthrox in place of Entonox" at Bristol Royal Hospital for Children
- Published a peer-reviewed article on "Reconstruction of the Femoral Diaphysis Using the Vascularized Fibula Flap"
- Published a peer-reviewed article on "Phallus Reconstruction Using the Third Finger Transplant Method"
- Conference Presentation - "3rd International Conference on Otorhinolaryngology Research and Treatment 2025"
- Award Winning Oral Presentation - "International Student Conference 2024"
- Awarded "Latvian State Scholarship" for outstanding academic performance at Riga Stradins University
- Volunteered organising Kolkhida 2024 and 2019 Conferences
Timeline
Clinical Intern - Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
Kuzanov Clinic
01.2026 - Current
Clinical Intern - Neurosurgery
National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery
11.2025 - 12.2025
Clinical Intern - Paediatric Emergency Room
Bristol Royal Hospital for Children
09.2025 - 10.2025
Clinical Intern - Oncology
Mardaleishvili Medical Centre
08.2025 - 08.2025
Clinical Intern - Oncology
Western General Hospital
07.2025 - 08.2025
Clinical Intern - Family Medicine
Caucasus Medical Centre
05.2025 - 07.2025
Assistant of a Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon
Kuzanov Clinic
07.2023 - 01.2025
Doctor Assistant in ER
Central Republican Hospital
06.2022 - 08.2022
M.D. - Medicine
Riga Stradins University
IMMEDIA Life Support - Health and welfare
The Health & Safety Group