“Doctors” Documentary Series Returns for New Season on TV3, Showcasing Latvian Medical Professionals

The popular documentary series “Doctors,” created by Armands Tripāns in collaboration with Riga 1st Hospital, is set to return for a new season on TV3, premiering every Sunday at 6:55 PM. The program offers an intimate look into the lives of medical professionals, exploring their personal journeys and the challenges within the Latvian healthcare system.

Exploring the Human Side of Medicine

“Doctors” aims to portray doctors not just as healers, but as individuals navigating complex societal issues, relationships, and the demands of their profession. Director Armands Tripāns emphasizes the series’ focus on fundamental values: “The documentary series ‘Doctors’ is about thoughts and the depth of life. About values that are dear to everyone – life, God and love. What it takes to be who you are.”

Featured Doctors in Season Three

The third season will follow eight doctors in their daily routines, both in the operating room and in their personal lives. The featured medical professionals include:

• Henrijs Ozoliņš (Neurosurgeon)
• Yevgenija Kipenska (Proctologist)
• Zaiga Kalnbērza-Ribule (Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine Doctor)
• Ija Lisovaja (Gynecologist)
• Irīna Liepiņa (Surgeon)
• Ivars Veckalns (Rheumatologist)
• Dāvis Raščevskis (Ophthalmologist)

An episode featuring otolaryngologist Alisa Adovič, previously aired on TV3 and is currently available on GO3.

Riga 1st Hospital: A Legacy of Care

Riga 1st Hospital, a key partner in the “Doctors” series, holds a significant place in Latvian medical history. Founded in 1803 under the decree of Emperor Alexander I, it has served as a leading emergency and immediate care institution for over two centuries. Riga 1st Hospital has undergone extensive renovations in recent years, investing over 30 million EUR in modernizing its facilities while preserving its historical architecture.

About the Documentary Series

The “Doctors” documentary series provides a unique perspective on the Latvian medical landscape, highlighting the dedication and personal sacrifices of those working within it. It aims to connect viewers with the human stories behind the medical profession, reminding us that doctors are often the people we turn to in our most vulnerable moments – when we need aid.