Instagram Facebook
ivfriga@ivfriga.eu E-Appointment
ivfriga@ivfriga.eu E-Appointment
ivfriga@ivfriga.eu E-Appointment

Dr. Vjačeslavs Popkovs

Dr. Vjačeslavs Popkovs Dr. Vjačeslavs Popkovs

Surgeon

Field of specialisation

Surgeon

Education

Graduated from Medical Academy of Latvia with Medical degree. Graduated from the Riga Stradiņš University doctorate, additionally studied in laparoscopic surgery and laparoscopic hernia surgery courses in Belgium, laparoscopic colorectal surgery courses in France, bariatric surgery in Tallinn (Estonia), as well as in Lithuania.

Further training

Continues training in the field of laparoscopic surgery. Constantly participates in local and international medical congresses and seminars. Took part in the international seminar "Laparoscopic ventral hernia masterclass" in Istanbul, Turkey. An expert providing training for specialists in the field of laparoscopic hernia treatment in Latvia.

Information for patients

Abdominal surgery. Specialization – laparoscopic surgery:

  • bariatrics (Gastric sleeve surgery and Gastric bypass surgery)
  • reconstruction of the anterior abdominal wall
  • plastic surgery of postoperative hernias
  • cholecystectomy
  • fundoplication
  • esophageal myotomy
  • resection of the small intestine, rectum and colon
  • inguinal hernia surgery (TAPP)
  • removal of benign tumours
  • laparoscopic ventral hernia surgery (eTEP)
  • transanal endoscopic microsurgery (TES).