Checking a plastic surgeon in Latvia
In Latvia, a plastic surgeon should hold a specialty certificate in plastikas ķirurgija. Here's where to check it and what to look for.
We read part of the official register directly. Last checked 18 October 2026What the titles mean in Latvia
The Health Inspectorate publishes the register of medical practitioners and their specialty certificates. The Latvian Association of Plastic Surgeons certifies plastic surgeons for the Latvian Medical Association.
The Health Inspectorate register has a captcha. We check the certifying association's member list, which admits only certified plastic surgeons, and link to the register.
What we check for Latvian surgeons
Society membership is voluntary. Not being a member doesn't mean a surgeon isn't qualified.
How to check it yourself
- Open the Health Inspectorate's register of workplaces and certificates. Health Inspectorate register
- Enter the surname, choose 'plastikas ķirurgs' and complete the check.
- Optionally confirm membership of the Latvian Association of Plastic Surgeons.
Common questions
Who certifies plastic surgeons in Latvia?
The Latvian Association of Plastic Surgeons says it is the only body designated by the Latvian Medical Association to certify and recertify plastic surgeons.
Source: pka.lvWhere is the official register?
The Health Inspectorate publishes it at registri.vi.gov.lv.
Source: Veselības inspekcijaI'm considering surgery abroad. What should I check?
The same principle applies everywhere: find the official register in that country and look for specialist registration in plastic surgery. See every country we cover