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About Me

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Since early childhood, my passion for animals, especially horses and nature, has been evident. Despite growing up in the heart of a bustling city, I found ways to immerse myself in the natural world. I began riding at a young age and dedicated my time to volunteering at dog shelters.

 

After completing high school, my journey toward veterinary medicine felt inevitable. However, unexpected circumstances prompted me to pause my studies, opening up new opportunities. I embarked on extensive travels throughout Europe, delving into the equestrian world, experiencing high-level show jumping, and gaining invaluable insights.

 

My background includes a career in show jumping, where I rode for renowned names like Karel Cox, Zangersheide, and Schockemohle. While this deepened my understanding of the equestrian world, I always felt drawn to understanding horses' needs on a deeper level. I finished veterinary studies in Latvia while seeking additional equine medicine experience abroad, such as spending a summer in the equine emergency clinic of the University of Lisbon, doing internships in Belgium, a rotation internship in Leipzig University, and an internship in one of the best clinics in The Netherlands - Someren.

 

Coming from a country rich in tradition and deeply connected to nature's power, I felt compelled to help horses in a holistic manner, focusing on natural approaches and preventative care rather than solely relying on medication. This led me to discover my passion for Osteopathy.

 

My approach embodies holistic thinking, viewing horses as complete beings and utilizing natural methods to promote their well-being, emphasizing fundamental understanding, prevention, motion, and self-healing. These principles form the foundation of my work.

 

The most rewarding aspect of my work is witnessing horses release tension and regain balance. Hearing from satisfied owners and riders is always gratifying. However, my journey of education continues. After graduating from Vluggen Institute, I am now delving into holistic nutrition, physiological horse dentistry, hoof balance, kinetaping, Masterson's Method, soft tissue techniques, and continually pursuing further education through courses, seminars, and more. Learning is a lifelong endeavor, and I am committed to continually growing and striving for excellence.

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EDUCATION

Education

  • Utrecht University, Faculty of Veterinary medicine  - Utrecht, Netherland

IVSA Exchange Program  2010

  • University of Agriculture Latvia, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine DVM in Veterinary medicine - Jelgava, Latvia

09.2015 - 06.2018 and 09.2007 - 02.2011

  • New Nordic Horse, Equine Clinic, equine reproduction - Gruitrode, Belgium

05.2016 -  06. 2016

  • EquiMuralha, Equine Hospital, equine field surgery, reproduction - Evora, Portugal

04.2017 - 06.2017

  • Lisbon University, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Equine clinic - Lisbon, Portugal

Erasmus Plus program 07.2017 - 09.2017

  • Leipzig University, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, final year rotation practice - Leipzig, Germany

01.2018 - 05.2018

  • Veterinair Centrum Someren, one year internship in Equine veterinary  - Someren, Netherland

Medicine  16.07.2018 - 16.07.2019

  • The Vluggen Institute for Equine Osteopathy and Education            Waldfeucht, Germany

Equine Osteopath EDO®  09.2021-09.2023  

Certifications

  • Strategy for primary and secondary wound healing by Christoph  - Smiltene, Latvia

Koch, Switzerland  - 03.2016

  • Drug-drug interaction in Veterinary medicine by Mario Giorgi, Italy - Jelgava, Latvia

12.2016

  • Basic in Equine Therapeutic Farriery by Steve O’Grady, USA - Jelgava, Latvia

12.2016

  • Post-breeding endometritis in mares by Kerstin Darenius, Sweden - Malpils, Latvia

03.2017

  • Analgesia and Anaesthesia in Veterinary practice by Karin Hofstetter Austria

10.2017

  • Actualities in Veterinary research and practice 2017 Conference - Jelgava, Latvia

11.2017

  • Leipziger Tierartarztekongress, Int. Conference on Equine Reproductive Medic

19-20.01.2018 - Leipzig,Germany

  • DVG-Vet-Congress 2018

       in Berlin, Germany

04.-07.10.2018

  • Veterinary Sport Horse Congress, Jumping Amsterdam - Amsterdam, Netherland

26.01.2019

  • Belgian Equine Practitioners Society, BEPS Congress 2019    Leuven, Belgium

16.11.2019

  • Belgian Equine Practitioners Society, BEPS Congress 2020 - Leuven, Belgium

14.11.2020

  • VetPD Soft tissue injuries of the foot treatment and rehabilitation - Canterbury UK

 26.05.2021

  • Treatment with herbs,VIC                                Jelgava, Latvia            

07/14/21.07.2021

  • World Alliance of Equine Osteopaths conforence Virtual conforence

2021

  • Belgian Equine Practitioners Society, BEPS Congress 2021    

Leuven, Belgium - 11.12.2021

  • Osteopathic Considerations of the Equine Digestive System

2022 -World Alliance of Equine Osteopaths Conference

  • Advanced Therapy Course by AB                     Equine Therapy    

03.06.2023

  • Osteopathic Biomechanica Balance World Alliance of Equine Osteopaths conference

Waldfeucht, Germany 08-10.09.2023

  • Conformation vs Compensation – When is change possible. The Equine Education Hub  

06.11.2023

  • Belgian Equine Practitioners Society, BEPS Congress 2023

02.12.2023 - Leuven, Belgium

  • Kissing spines: Anatomy and Rehabilitation with Gillian Higgins

07.03.2024

  • Colon Course – The Vluggen Institute for Equine Osteopathy and Education 

15-18.04.2024 - Waldfeucht, Germany

  • E-Tech Equine Electric Neuromuscular Stimulation - by Fiona Linnea Bach-Gansmo   

06-07.05.2024 - Horsens, Denmark

  • Osteopathic Relations: The Viscera. World Alliance of Equine Osteopaths Conference

 15-17.07.2024 -  Alberta, Canada

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My Philosophy

"The body has the ability to regulate and heal itself. You just have to give the right conditions. And don’t forget - it works as a whole."

 

"All parts of the body functioning together in an integrated manner."

 

"The further away from nature - the further away from the balance, harmony and health."

 

"For the best treatment plan see the whole picture, don’t forget good management which includes good food, environment, social life, emotional and behavioral factors. Because it is all about balance."

 

"The point of holistic medicine is to actually fix the underlying cause of the condition, rather than just mask the symptoms with painkillers or the like."

 

"It’s not about what we do to the horse, but to do with the horse. You can’t force him. It’s also horsemanship."

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Contact Me

+32 492 31 36 93​

Oudsbergen, Belgium​

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