Dermatologist
Dermatologist
General information
Dermatology is a medical specialty that deals with the detection, diagnosis, and treatment of all types of problems and diseases of the skin, skin appendages, and visible mucous membranes. Dermatologists are specialists who provide expert care for a wide range of skin conditions, ranging from common skin problems to complex and rare diseases.
Dermatologists diagnose and treat conditions such as acne, eczema, psoriasis, rosacea, and fungal infections. These conditions can be temporary and mild, or chronic and severe, requiring long-term management and treatment.
In addition to skin diseases, dermatologists also deal with problems of skin appendages such as hair and nails. Hair loss, seborrheic dermatitis, and fungal infections of the nails are some of the problems that a dermatologist can diagnose and treat. Visible mucous membranes, such as the oral cavity and genital area, can also be affected by various diseases.
In addition to skin diseases, dermatologists are trained to diagnose and treat venereal diseases. These sexually transmitted diseases require discreet and professional care.
Diseases
- Hair loss or excessive hair growth
- Dry skin and eczema
- Dermatitis – contact and allergic
- Psoriasis
- Seborrhea, ringworm, rashes.
- Fungal infections on the nails and feet, etc.
- Viral diseases such as syphilis, herpes (labial, genital, and zoster), genital warts, gonorrhea, chlamydia
- Skin cancer
- Treatment of moles and acne
Clinical examination by a dermatologist
The dermatology and venereology clinic accepts patients with a wide range of skin and venereal diseases. A dermatologist is a specialist who deals with both common skin problems such as acne, contact dermatitis, and fungal infections, as well as more serious and complex diseases such as lupus, Lyme disease, dermatomyositis, and herpetiform dermatitis.
The dermatology clinic offers examinations and consultations tailored to the individual needs of each patient. The dermatologist conducts thorough examinations to make an accurate diagnosis and recommend the most appropriate treatment. Modern methods and technologies are used for the diagnosis and treatment of skin diseases, ensuring high-quality medical services.
The dermatology office is equipped with modern equipment that allows the dermatologist to perform various procedures and tests necessary for the accurate diagnosis and effective treatment of skin diseases. The dermatologist uses dermatoscopy, biopsies, and other examination methods that help identify skin lesions and skin cancer in their early stages.
Doctors
Dr. Jasmine John
Works with:
- NHIF
- Paid admission
Dr Jasmine Mary John is a specialist in dermatology and venereology with over 14 years’ clinical experience. She works at Medcross Medical Centre in Sofia. Her professional interests lie in the field of clinical dermatology and venereology — the diagnosis and treatment of various types of skin conditions. She carries out examinations, consultations and diagnoses for patients with skin and venereal diseases. She sees patients in Bulgarian and English.
- Member of the Bulgarian Medical Association (BMA)
Please note that Dr John does not see children.
Education
She graduated from the Medical University of Sofia in 2012. She completed her specialisation in Dermatology and Venereology at the Alexandrovska University Hospital in Sofia, qualifying in 2018.
Qualifications
She has taken part in a number of national and international conferences and seminars in her field. Certified courses completed:
- 2018 – Level 1 course in aesthetic medicine in Dubai (American Academy of Aesthetic Medicine): training in the use of lasers, chemical peels,
- Botox and dermal fillers;
- Member of the Bulgarian Medical Association;
- Participation in numerous conferences and seminars in her field.
Biography
Between 2013 and 2017, she undertook her specialist training and worked at the Alexandrovska University Hospital in Sofia. In 2019, she practised as a consultant dermatologist at Jana Clinic, Kuwait. She also has professional experience as a dermatologist in India. She has worked at the ‘Lora’ Medical Centre in Sofia. She is currently part of the team of specialists at the Medcross Medical Centre in Sofia.
Dr. Svetlomira Varbanova
Works with:
- Paid admission
Dr. Svetlomira Varbanova is a resident in Dermatology and Venereology at Alexandrovska University Hospital, Sofia. Her professional interests are in the field of clinical and aesthetic dermatology, as well as working with laser and energy-based devices.
- Member of the Bulgarian Medical Association (BMA)
- Member of the Bulgarian Dermatological Society (BDS)
- Member of the EADV (European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology)
Performs clinical examinations and procedures in the field of aesthetic medicine: working with injection products, laser and hardware systems. Dr. Varbanova does not examine children.
Education
Graduated from Medical University Varna in 2022 with honors. He is currently specializing in dermatology and venereology at Alexandrovska University Hospital.
Qualifications
She has participated in numerous national and international conferences, seminars, and practical training courses in the field of clinical and aesthetic dermatology. Certified courses completed:
- Lip Filler Masterclass Training – Derma Institute, 18 Northfields, London 2024
- Facial Transformation Certificate – Derma Institute, 18 Northfields, London 2024
- FACIAL MASTERY Certificate – Derma Institute, 18 Northfields, London 2024
- Certificate of completion of training from Merz Aesthetics hands-on workshop with Belotero and Radiesse dermal fillers and Bocouture Neuromodulator.
- Certificate of Attendance – IBSA Derma Global Masterclass, Milan, Italy May 23-24 2024v
- Certificate of completion of Allergan Medical Institute hands-on training Skin quality – Volite.
- Certificate of completion of Allergan Medical Institute hands-on training MID face & lips with MD codes
- Certificate of completion of Allergan Medical Institute hands-on training Achieving optimal patient outcomes with Vistabel
- Certificate of completion of Allergan Medical Institute hands-on training – HArmonyCaTM.
- Certificate of completion of Sinclair College training with MaiLi dermal fillers.
- Certificate of completion of Dermika Aesthetica training course “Everyone is a masterpiece” for working with Profhilo and Viscoderm.
- Certificate for completing the IBSA Master Injector Academy course on working with Aliaxin dermal fillers.
- Certificate of completion of Pluryal Academy training for working with Pluryal Silk, Pluryal Densify, Pluryal Classic.
- Certificate of completed specialized training in working with laser devices – Nd:YAG, IPL, CO2 fractional ablative laser, microneedling.
Dr. Valentina Tonkin
Works with:
- NHIF
- Funds
- Paid admission
Dr. Valentina Tonkin is a dermatologist and homeopath in Sofia with over 24 years of medical experience. She offers modern treatment for all types of skin and venereal diseases, including treatment of benign skin formations such as condylomas, warts, “chicken thorns,” etc. Dr. Tonkin examines adults and children.
Education
She graduated from Medical University Pleven in 1999. He obtained his specialty in Dermatology and Venereology in 2004.
Qualifications
- Participation in numerous national congresses and seminars on the specialty
- Homeopathy courses
- Member of the Bulgarian Medical Association
Biography
Dr. Tonkin has worked in the dermatology department of DKC 10 Sofia, at MC IX, and at MC I Bankya. She is currently part of the team of specialists at MC Medcross Sofia.
Dr. Marina Semerdzhieva
Works with:
- NHIF
- Funds
- Paid admission
Dr. Marina Semerdzhieva is a dermatologist in Sofia with 20 years of experience. She performs examinations, consultations, and diagnostics for patients with various skin and venereal diseases (atopic dermatitis, eczema, acne, etc.). In addition to clinical dermatology, Dr. Semerdzhieva also performs procedures in the field of aesthetic dermatology, including Botox, mesotherapy, collagen and hyaluronic acid fillers, peels, etc.
Education
She graduated from Sofia Medical University in 1998. She obtained her specialization in Dermatology and Venereology in 2006 after completing her residency at the Center for Skin and Venereal Diseases in Sofia.
Qualifications
- Courses on the application of botulinum toxin, hyaluronic acid dermal fillers, mesotherapy, chemical peels, lasers, plasma therapy, photoepilation, etc.
- Member of the Bulgarian Medical Association, Bulgarian Dermatological Society
- Annual participation in dermatology training courses and conferences in Bulgaria and abroad
Biography
After graduating, Dr. Semerdzhieva began working at the R. Angelova Hospital in Pernik, where she worked for 8 years until 2007. In 2007, she worked at the Mediva Medical Center in Sofia, and for the next 5 years she worked at the DermaLine Medical Center. Since 2012, she has been practicing at the Lora Medical Center in Positano, and is currently part of the team of specialists at the Medcross Medical Center in Sofia.
Dr. Nikol Tsvetkova
Works with:
- Funds
- Paid admission
Dr. Nikol Tsvetkova is a dermatologist in Sofia. She performs examinations, consultations, diagnostics, and treatment of patients with various skin and venereal diseases, including atopic dermatitis, skin allergies, pediatric dermatology, seborrheic dermatitis, psoriasis, acne, rosacea, fungal infections, sexually transmitted diseases. She removes benign skin growths (warts, condylomas, fibromas) through cryotherapy and electrocoagulation. She focuses on an individual approach to each patient.
Education
She graduated from Sofia Medical University in 2018 and specialized in Dermatology at the Clinic for Skin and Venereal Diseases at Alexandrovska University Hospital.
Qualifications
- Annual participation in national and international congresses and seminars on practical dermatology and aesthetic medicine
- Member of the Bulgarian Medical Association
- Member of the Bulgarian Dermatological Society
- Member of the European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology
- Member of the European Academy of Allergology and Clinical Immunology and the International Association of Pediatric Dermatology.
Biography
Dr. Tsvetkova has worked at DKC 29 Sofia. She is currently part of the specialist teams at the Derma Elite Dermatology Clinic and Medcross Medical Center Sofia. She speaks English.
Dr. Rumyana Todorova
Works with:
- NHIF
- Funds
- Paid admission
Dr. Rumyana Todorova is a dermatologist in Sofia with over 35 years of experience and professional interests in the field of general dermatology, pediatric dermatology, vascular dermatoses, and aesthetics. She provides consultations, prevention, examinations, and treatment in the field of dermatology and venereology for children and adults.
Education
She graduated from Sofia Medical University in 1983. She obtained her specialization in Dermatology and Venereology in 1988.
Qualifications
- Specializations in hospital management and drug policy at Charles University in the Czech Republic, Austria, Spain, and Slovenia
- Courses for acquiring skills in the field of aesthetic medicine
- Certificates in mesotherapy, aesthetic medicine, dermatoscopy
- Congresses and conferences in France, the Czech Republic, Greece, Croatia, Germany
Biography
Dr. Todorova began working in 1983 at the Slivnitsa District Hospital. She subsequently worked at the Sofia Regional Dispensary for Skin and Venereal Diseases, serving as its director from 1995 to 2004. Since 2004, she has been working in the health insurance system, serving twice as Director of the National Health Insurance Fund from 2006 to 2009 and from 2013 to 2015. She has worked at OZOF Doverie, MC 1 Elin Pelin, MDC Crystal Sofia, and ZAD Allianz Bulgaria Life. Since 2016, she has been part of the team of specialists at DKC Neoclinic Sofia. She is currently part of the team of specialists at MC Medcross Sofia and MBAL Nadezhda Sofia.
Dr. Ivana Gospodinova
Works with:
- Funds
- Paid admission
Dr Ivana Gospodinova is a specialist trainee in dermatology and venereology in Sofia. Her interests lie in the field of clinical and aesthetic dermatology. She carries out dermatological examinations, dermatoscopic diagnosis and laser treatment. In aesthetic dermatology, she specialises in injection and device-based procedures. We would ask patients to note that Dr Gospodinova does not see children.
Education
She graduated from Sofia Medical University. She is currently specialising in dermatology and venereology at the Military Medical Academy.
Qualifications
- Member of the Bulgarian Medical Association;
- Dermatoscopy Academy of Prof. Dr Lallas;
- Participation in annual congresses and symposia on dermatology and dermatology and allergology;
- Specialist training in the field of aesthetic medicine and laser treatments.
Biography
Dr Gospodinova is currently a member of the team at Medcross Medical Centre. She speaks English and German.
