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Center for Clinical Immunology and Allergology at Pauls Stradiņš Clinical University Hospital


Location: Riga, Latvia


COE since 2025


Website: https://stradini.lv/lv

Mission Statement: Our mission at the Center of Clinical Immunology and Allergology is to advance the understanding, diagnosis, and treatment of immunological and allergic conditions through compassionate patient care, innovative research, and dedicated education. We strive to provide individualized, evidence-based care that enhances the quality of life for our patients, empowers healthcare professionals, and contributes to the broader medical community’s knowledge and capabilities. By fostering interdisciplinary collaboration and upholding the highest standards of clinical practice, we aim to be a leading center of excellence in immunology and allergology, serving as a trusted resource for patients, families, and healthcare providers.

Description:
The Center of Clinical Immunology and Allergology at Pauls Stradiņš Clinical University Hospital in Riga, Latvia, is the country’s leading medical institution dedicated to the diagnosis, treatment, and long-term management of allergic and immunological disorders. As the only center of its kind in Latvia, it plays a vital national role in delivering specialized care to patients with complex immune-mediated conditions.

The center houses a outpatient clinic designed to serve both adults and children, equipped with advanced diagnostic technologies and offering individualized treatment plans for a wide range of conditions. These include asthma, anaphylaxis, autoimmune diseases, chronic spontaneous urticaria, hereditary angioedema, and primary immunodeficiencies. For patients needing more intensive support, the facility also includes a daycare unit and inpatient beds.

A core strength of the center lies in its on-site diagnostic laboratories. These labs offer comprehensive testing capabilities such as allergen-specific IgE testing, molecular allergy diagnostics, and full immunological and autoimmune profiling through advanced methods including flow cytometry, ELISA, nephelometry, immune blotting, and indirect immunofluorescence. These diagnostic services not only support clinical care but also facilitate research and development in collaboration with academic and industry partners.

The dedicated day hospital unit provides a safe environment for procedures such as allergen-specific immunotherapy, drug provocation and desensitization, venom provocation testing, and administration of biologic therapies for severe allergic and immunological conditions. This unit also supports systemic treatment protocols, subcutaneous immunoglobulin therapy, and detailed investigations involving radiological and functional diagnostics. All services are delivered by a team of highly trained professionals in allergology and immunology.

Multidisciplinary collaboration is a cornerstone of the center’s approach. Close partnerships with departments such as pulmonology, rheumatology, otorhinolaryngology, haematology, endocrinology, and gastroenterology ensure comprehensive and coordinated care for patients with overlapping or complex conditions.

In addition to medical treatment, the center places strong emphasis on patient education and support. Educational programs are available for patients and families to help them understand their conditions, manage symptoms, and make lifestyle adjustments. The center encourages shared decision-making

and regularly monitors progress using tools such as Patient-Reported Outcome Measures (PROMs) to evaluate treatment effectiveness and adjust care plans accordingly.

As an academic hub, the center plays a significant role in training the next generation of healthcare professionals. It collaborates closely with Riga Stradiņš University and the University of Latvia, providing clinical training to medical students, residents, and fellows. Specialized training in allergy and immunology is also offered to doctors from other fields to broaden their expertise. The center is active in both national and international research, conducting observational, basic, and clinical studies with a focus on diagnostics, immunotherapy, and personalized medicine.

To support high-quality care and research, the center employs modern IT and data management systems. These include electronic health records, clinical decision support tools, and integrated digital platforms for communication across departments and diagnostic services. The use of electronic prescriptions and referrals further enhances operational efficiency and patient safety.

With its comprehensive infrastructure, interdisciplinary collaboration, academic leadership, and commitment to innovation, the Center of Clinical Immunology and Allergology at Pauls Stradiņš Clinical University Hospital stands as a benchmark for excellence in allergy and immunology care in Latvia and beyond.