Dr. Ryskulova began her educational journey in September 1930 at an elementary school in Tash-Dobe, Alamedin district, later attending the SHKM collective farm youth boarding school
After graduation, she initially worked as a paramedic in Batken district and subsequently as a nurse at Naryn City Hospital. Her career took a significant turn in 1940 when she joined the Tian Shan Regional Health Department, assuming managerial roles in personnel and specialized departments.
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In June 1940, she enrolled in the medical department of the Kyrgyz State Medical Institute, where she graduated with distinction in July 1944, supported by the Stalin scholarship. Her early contributions focused on combating venereal diseases and malaria, demonstrating her dedication to public health.
During World War II, Dr. Ryskulova made notable scientific advancements in treating wounded soldiers, particularly in understanding and managing pain syndromes following limb amputations. Her pioneering research on nerve stump processing during amputations culminated in her successful defense of a candidate dissertation in 1951.
A pivotal achievement in her career was the development of a groundbreaking technique in the Soviet Union for manually suturing blood vessel walls using a vascular sewing machine.
Throughout her lifetime, she authored over 250 scientific papers, 13 monographs, and four textbooks, while also registering eleven medical inventions.
Dr. Ryskulova's impact extended beyond research and clinical practice. She mentored multiple generations of medical professionals, supervising 32 candidates and seven doctors of medical sciences
In addition to her medical contributions, Dr. Ryskulova actively engaged in the socio-political life of the Kirghiz SSR. She was elected thrice as a deputy to the Supreme Soviet, served as a people's deputy of the Frunze City Council, and held the position of deputy chairman of the Presidium of the Supreme Soviet from 1959 to 1967.
Her political involvement culminated in her election as a member of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of the Kirghiz SSR at the 12th Congress.
Dr. Ryskulova's legacy remains a testament to her multifaceted contributions to medicine, academia, and public service in Kyrgyzstan.
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