Echography
Echography
General information
Ultrasound diagnostics is an imaging test that is routinely performed in most modern medical facilities. Thanks to the availability of high-end ultrasound equipment, qualified specialists are able to perform more comprehensive and accurate diagnostics.
Modern ultrasound equipment is equipped with the latest technologies and features that significantly improve image quality and examination detail. These devices allow for a variety of ultrasound examinations, including organs such as the heart, liver, kidneys, thyroid gland, breasts, and reproductive organs.
Clinical examination with ultrasound
The specialized rooms at Medcross Medical Center are equipped with three high-quality ultrasound machines that feature a variety of software solutions, including state-of-the-art 4D imaging. In addition, the center offers a full range of transducers (probes), which provides a wide range of possibilities for performing ultrasound examinations. Thanks to this equipment, Medcross can perform precise and detailed ultrasound examinations of various organs and systems of the body, including the thyroid gland, breasts, abdomen, and pelvis.
The 4D imaging technology available in Medcross devices provides clearer and more realistic images in real time, which is particularly useful in diagnosing complex cases. The variety of software and transducers allows specialists to tailor examinations to the individual needs of patients, ensuring maximum accuracy and efficiency in the diagnostic process.
Thanks to this modern and multifunctional approach, Medcross Medical Center can cover a wide range of ultrasound examinations covering various medical fields and needs. This includes thyroid examinations to detect abnormalities, breast screening for early detection of malignant tumors, detailed examinations of the abdominal organs, and diagnosis of conditions in the small pelvis.
Doctors
Dr. Kristiana Krasteva
Works with:
- NHIF
- Funds
- Paid admission
Dr. Kristiana Krasteva is a specialist in internal medicine and ultrasound diagnostics in Sofia with over 25 years of medical experience. She has extensive practice in both the diagnosis of diseases and therapeutic approaches. Her main competencies and skills include ultrasound examinations of the abdomen, thyroid gland, pancreas, and echomammography. She prepares individual prevention packages: specialized examinations, diagnostic activities, and tests. She organizes and conducts group prevention programs.
Education
She graduated from Sofia Medical University in 1996. She obtained his specialty in Internal Medicine in 2001.
Qualifications
- Qualifications in all types of ultrasound examinations
- Member of the Bulgarian Medical Association
- Participation in numerous national congresses and seminars on the specialty
Biography
Dr. Krasteva has worked in the Internal Medicine Clinic and Cardiology Department at the Medical Institute of the Ministry of Interior, as well as at the Doverie Medical Center in Sofia. She is currently the manager of the Medcross Medical Center in Sofia, where she examines and consults patients with various complaints – pulmonary, gastrointestinal, cardiac, and rheumatic.
Dr. Mariana Ivanova
Works with:
- NHIF
- Funds
- Paid admission
Dr. Mariana Ivanova is an endocrinologist in Sofia with over 32 years of experience. She diagnoses and treats patients with diabetes mellitus, thyroid diseases, pituitary and adrenal disorders, endocrine hypertension and other hormonal and metabolic disorders. In her office, Dr. Ivanova performs thyroid ultrasonography, education of patients with endocrine disorders, interpretation of clinical laboratory and diagnostic glandular function tests, examination and comprehensive evaluation of patients with diabetic foot, and anthropometric evaluation of obesity. We ask patients to keep in mind that Dr. Ivanova does not examine children.
Education
She graduated from the Medical University of Sofia in 1991. She obtained his specialties in Internal Medicine and Endocrinology and Metabolic Diseases in 1998 and 2006.
Qualifications
- Thyroid ultrasonography
- Dyslipidaemia
- Member of the Bulgarian Medical Association and the Bulgarian Society of Endocrinology
Biography
After graduating, Dr. Ivanova began working at DKC 21 Sofia. From 1994 to 1995, she worked in the First Internal Medicine Department of IV MBAL Sofia, after which she worked successively at DKC 20 and MC Lora Sofia. She has practiced at the National Cardiology Hospital Medical Center. She is currently part of the specialist teams at Pentagram Medical Center, Heyland Care 2 Medical Center (Blocks Mladost Medical Center), Medcross Sofia Medical Center, and Prestige Medical Center.
Доц. д-р Росен Стойчев
Works with:
- NHIF
- Funds
- Paid admission
Assoc. Prof. Rosen Stoychev, MD, is a vascular surgeon with over 44 years of medical experience. He performs Doppler diagnostics in patients with vascular pathology. He liaises and works closely with general practitioners and obstetricians in monitoring pregnancies in patients with varicose veins and thrombophlebitis. He conducts regular theoretical training sessions. He prescribes and monitors anticoagulant therapy, when necessary, in patients at risk and with diseases of the blood vessels, thrombophlebitis, and pulmonary embolism. He performs follow-up Doppler examinations in patients after vascular incidents and expert assessments for the needs of the Medical Expert Commission.
Education
He graduated from Medical University of Varna in 1979. He obtained his specializations in General Surgery and Vascular Surgery in 1985 and 1996. In 2012, he obtained a scientific and educational degree of “doctor” after defending his dissertation. In 2013, he acquired the title of Associate Professor. In 2018, he completed a master’s program in Public Health and Health Management at the Medical University of Sofia.
Qualifications
- Member of the Bulgarian Medical Association, National Society of Angiology and Vascular Surgery, Balkan Association of Angiology and Vascular Surgery, European Association of Lymphology, European Association of Angiology and Vascular Surgery, Professional Association of Vascular Surgeons in Bulgaria, European Society of Angiology and Vascular Surgery, and Bulgarian Society of Emergency Medicine
- Over 70 publications in Bulgarian and foreign magazines
- He holds over 30 certificates from specializations and training courses.
- One rationalization registered
- Specializations in Italy and Romania
Biography
Assoc. Prof. Stoychev worked in the Surgery Department of Dobrich Hospital. In 1982, he won a competition for assistant at the National Cardiology Hospital in Sofia, where he worked for 25 years. From 2006 to 2010, he was head of the Vascular Surgery Department at St. Sofia Hospital, and since 2010, he has been head of the Vascular Surgery Department at the Fourth Surgical Clinic at Pirogov Hospital in Sofia. He has practiced at the Orange Medical Center in Sofia. He has practiced at the Orange Medical Center in Sofia. She is currently part of the team of specialists at Medcross Sofia.
Dr. Peter Lozev
Works with:
- NHIF
- Funds
- Paid admission
Dr. Petar Lozev is a specialist urologist in Sofia with over 10 years of experience. He performs examinations, diagnosis, and treatment of inflammatory diseases of the urinary and reproductive systems in adult patients and children.
Education
He graduated from Sofia Medical University in 2007. He obtained his specialty in Urology in 2015.
Qualifications
- Member of the Bulgarian Medical Association.
- Participation in national congresses and seminars in the specialty.
Biography
Since 2008, Dr. Lozev has been working at the Urology Clinic of the Medical Institute of the Ministry of Interior in Sofia. He practices at the Medcross Medical Center. He is currently also part of the team of specialists at the Pirotska Medical Center in Sofia.
Dr. Anelia Barbova
Works with:
- NHIF
- Funds
- Paid admission
Dr. Anelia Barbova is an obstetrician-gynecologist in Sofia with over 17 years of experience. Her main professional interests include endocrine gynecology, hormone replacement therapy, hormonal and intrauterine contraception, pregnancy monitoring—fetal morphology, fetal ultrasound diagnostics, NT screening in the first trimester of pregnancy.
Education
She graduated from Medical University and has a degree in Obstetrics and Gynecology.
Qualifications
- Ultrasound diagnostics in obstetrics and gynecology
- Colposcopy
- Endocrine gynecology
- Doppler diagnostics
- Fetal morphology of the fetus
- Member of the Bulgarian Medical Association
Biography
Dr. Anelia Barbova has a private practice as an obstetrician-gynecologist in Sofia. Currently, he is also part of the team of specialists at Medcross Sofia Medical Center.
Dr. Ivan Pramatarov
Works with:
- NHIF
- Funds
- Paid admission
Dr. Ivan Pramatarov is an obstetrician-gynecologist in Sofia with over 20 years of experience. He performs all types of examinations, diagnostic procedures, and treatment for gynecological diseases, as well as ultrasound diagnostics. We kindly ask patients to note that Dr. Pramatarov does not examine children.
Education
She graduated from Medical University and has a degree in Obstetrics and Gynecology.
Qualifications
- Ultrasound and colposcopy
- Member of the Bulgarian Society of Obstetrics and Gynecology and the Bulgarian Medical Association
Biography
After graduating, Dr. Pramatarov worked at SBALAG Maychin Dom Sofia and at MC Polimed Sofia. She is currently part of the team of specialists at Medcross Sofia.
