Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT)
ENT
General information
ENT specialists are trained to treat various types of injuries, congenital malformations, diseases, and other health problems in the nose, ears, oral cavity, throat, and larynx. Through a comprehensive approach that includes both conservative and surgical methods, ENT specialists play a key role in maintaining and restoring the health of their patients.
The specialty of Otorhinolaryngology (ENT) covers a wide range of activities related to the diagnosis and treatment of various diseases of the ears, nose, and throat, as well as oncological pathologies in the head and neck area. This specialty has not only a therapeutic but also a surgical focus, with surgical interventions being performed in cases where drug treatment does not lead to the desired therapeutic results.
Diseases
- Pain and noise in the ear
- Sore throat
- Sinus problems
- Ear infections
- Hearing problems
- Acute and chronic rhinitis
- Laryngitis
- Sinusitis, etc.
Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) Office
Various procedures can be performed in the ENT office, such as removing foreign bodies from the nose and ear, taking samples for microbiological, cytological, and histological examination, which further assist in the accurate diagnosis and timely treatment of patients. This comprehensive patient care is essential for achieving optimal results in the treatment of ENT diseases.
The ear, nose, and throat (ENT) clinics are equipped with modern specialized equipment that ensures accurate diagnosis and effective treatment of various diseases in the ear, nose, and throat area. They use the latest audiometers for hearing measurement, which enable early detection and monitoring of hearing disorders. In addition, the clinics have high-quality diagnostic microscopes, which are indispensable for detecting diseases of the outer and middle ear, providing detailed visualization and accuracy in the diagnostic process.
Doctors
Dr. Reneta Tzolova
Works with:
- NHIF
- Funds
- Paid admission
Dr. Reneta Tzolova is an ENT specialist in Sofia with over 25 years of experience. She performs consultative and diagnostic examinations and treatment of patients with hearing, nose, and throat problems. She works with both children and adult patients.
Education
Dr. Tzolova graduated from Sofia Medical University in 1991. She obtained her specialty in Otorhinolaryngology in 1999.
Qualifications
- 2004 – Course in Otoneurology
- 2005 – Course on Occupational Diseases of the Ear, Nose, and Throat
- 2008 – Audiometry course
- Member of the Bulgarian Medical Association and the Bulgarian Society of Otorhinolaryngology
- Participation in numerous national congresses and seminars on the specialty
Biography
After graduating, Dr. Tzolova worked for three years as a resident physician in Elin Pelin. In 1995, she began working at an ENT clinic in Kostinbrod, where she practiced for 10 years. In 2005, she began working as an ENT specialist at the Zakrila Medical Center in Sofia and the Doverie Medical Complex in Sofia, where she continues to work today. Dr. Tzolova is also part of the team of specialists at the Medcross Medical Center in Sofia.
Dr. Lyubomira Zelenska
Works with:
- Funds
- Paid admission
Dr. Lyubomira Zelenska is an otolaryngologist in Sofia with over 17 years of experience in the field. Her professional interests are in the field of audiology, allergology, bloodless and atraumatic surgery, pediatric otorhinolaryngology, and surgical methods for treating snoring and sleep apnea. We kindly ask patients to note that Dr. Zelenka does not examine children.
Education
He graduated from Medical University. In 2004, he obtained his specialty in Otorhinolaryngology.
Qualifications
- Rhinology and endoscopic sinus surgery
- Radiology and radiography in otorhinolaryngology
- National meeting with practical training – maintenance and adjustment of cochlear implants Medellín: Austria, 2016; Croatia, 2017; Czech Republic, 2015, and more
- Rhinoplasty and Endoscopic Surgery of the Nose and Paranasal Sinuses: Graz, 2018, and much more
- Numerous participations in specialized medical forums
- Member of the Bulgarian National Association of Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery; Rhinology Society, Bulgarian-Italian Rhinology Association
Biography
Since 2000, Dr. Zelenka has been the head of the Otorhinolaryngology and Otoneurology Department at the ENT Clinic of the Military Medical Academy in Sofia and is part of the team of specialists at Medcross Medical Center Sofia.
Dr. Nadia Serbezova
Works with:
- NHIF
- Funds
- Paid admission
Dr. Nadia Serbezova is an ENT specialist in Sofia with over 18 years of medical experience. She performs consultative and diagnostic examinations and treatment of hearing, nose, and throat problems in adult patients and children over 5 years of age.
Education
He graduated from Plovdiv Medical University in 2004. He obtained his specialty in Otorhinolaryngology in 2012 after completing his specialization at the Medical Institute of the Ministry of Interior in Sofia.
Qualifications
- Specialization in Italy: Nasal surgery
- First Bulgarian course on Rhinoseptoplasty
- Course on functional endonasal sinus surgery with cadavers
- Course in otosurgery
- ENT course of the Balkan Otolaryngological Societies, Turkey
- International Conference for Young ENT Specialists, Russia, Saint Petersburg
- Course: Live surgery on the topic: Endonasal surgery for diseases of the nose and sinuses
- Participation in numerous national congresses and seminars on the specialty
- Member of the Bulgarian Medical Association, Balkan Society of Otorhinolaryngology, and European Rhinology Society
Biography
From 2005 to 2008, Dr. Serbezova worked in the Emergency and Urgent Care Department at AGPM Citomedic Plovdiv. She practiced general medicine in a group practice for outpatient medical care in Plovdiv until 2008. She worked at MC Doverie Sofia. Since 2013, she has been practicing at Hill Clinic Sofia and is also part of the specialist teams at Medcross Medical Center and Acibadem City Clinic Mladost.
Dr. Diana Petkova
Works with:
- Funds
- Paid admission
Dr. Diana Petkova is a specialist in ENT diseases in Sofia. She performs consultative and diagnostic examinations and treatment of diseases of the ears, nose, and throat in adult patients. Her interests lie in the field of endoscopic sinus surgery.
Education
He graduated from Medical University in 2020 and is currently specializing in Otorhinolaryngology at SofiaMed University Hospital.
Qualifications
- Member of the Bulgarian Medical Association
- Participation in congresses and seminars on the specialty
Biography
Dr. Petkova worked as a nurse in the ENT department during her studies. Since 2021, she has been practicing in the ENT department at UMHAT SofiaMed. She is currently part of the team of specialists at Medcross Medical Center – Zaychar Branch Sofia.
Dr. Margarita Yankova
Works with:
- Funds
- Paid admission
Dr. Margarita Yankova is an ENT specialist in Sofia. She performs consultative and diagnostic examinations and treats patients with hearing, nose, and throat problems.
Education
He graduated from Medical University Varna and obtained a degree in Otorhinolaryngology from Medical University Sofia.
Qualifications
- Phoniatrics, Tsaritsa Yoanna University Hospital – ISUL
- Oncology, DUBS Darvenitsa
- Audiology, Tsaritsa Yoanna University Hospital – ISUL
- Otonurology
- Member of the Bulgarian Medical Association
Biography
Dr. Yankova has practiced at DKC 12 Sofia, the Neurology and Surgery Department at Dr. Stoycho Hristov Hospital in Sevlievo, and MC I Sevlievo. She is currently part of the team of specialists at MC Medcross – Stara Planina Branch.
