Obstetrician-gynaecologist
Obstetrician-gynaecologist
General information
Obstetrics and gynecology is a complex specialty that deals with the structure, functions, and diseases of the female reproductive system, both during and outside of pregnancy and childbirth.
Doctors with this specialty have the competence and skills to perform activities aimed at strengthening, preserving, and restoring women’s gynecological and reproductive health, ensuring opportunities for normal pregnancy and childbirth, early detection, and timely treatment of gynecological diseases. An obstetrician-gynaecologist is a doctor that every woman should visit at least once a year for the prevention and screening of cancer.
Diseases
- Uterine fibroids
- Ovarian cyst
- Cervical erosion
- Uterine prolapse
- Urinary incontinence
- Bleeding during menopause
- Condylomas
- Papillomavirus
- HPV
- Pelvic inflammatory disease (inflammation of the genitals)
- Uterine fibroids
- Ovarian cyst
- Cervical erosion
- Uterine prolapse
- Urinary incontinence
- Bleeding during menopause
- Condylomas
- Papillomavirus
- HPV
- Pelvic inflammatory disease (inflammation of the genitals)
Obstetrics and gynecology office
The obstetrics and gynecology offices are equipped with a full range of diagnostic medical equipment—high-end 3D and 4D ultrasound machines, colposcopes, electrocoagulators, devices for measuring fetal heart tones during pregnancy, etc. Ultrasound examinations, especially during pregnancy consultations, are displayed on special monitors, allowing patients to follow the imaging process in real time.
Routine procedures are performed, such as cauterization and coagulation of wounds, pessary insertion, and collection of biological material for microbiological and cytological examinations, as well as highly specialized medical procedures, including colposcopy, Doppler ultrasound diagnostics, as well as laser aesthetic and medical procedures – vaginal rejuvenation, treatment of incontinence, etc. For problems related to hormonal balance, appropriate hormonal and hormone replacement therapy is prescribed.
Doctors
Dr. Anelia Barbova
Works with:
- NHIF
- Funds
- Paid admission
Dr Anelia Barbova is a specialist in obstetrics and gynaecology in Sofia with over 36 years’ professional experience. She is the founder and co-owner of the Medcross medical centres. In her practice, Dr Barbova focuses on preventive medicine, early diagnosis and a personalised approach, with the aim of maintaining hormonal balance and safeguarding women’s health at every stage of life.
Education
She graduated from the Medical University with a specialisation in ‘Obstetrics and Gynaecology’.
Qualifications
- Ultrasound diagnostics in obstetrics and gynecology
- Colposcopy
- Endocrine gynecology
- Member of the Bulgarian Medical Association
Activities
- Routine gynaecological check-ups and preventive medicine
- Ultrasound diagnosis
- Colposcopy and the diagnosis/monitoring of HPV infections
- Endocrine gynaecology and hormone replacement therapy
- Hormonal and intrauterine contraception
- MonaLisa Touch non-hormonal laser therapy (for the regeneration of the vaginal mucosa, vaginal dryness and mild forms of urinary incontinence)
Dr. Ivan Pramatarov
Works with:
- NHIF
- Funds
- Paid admission
Dr Ivan Pramatarov is a specialist obstetrician and gynaecologist in Sofia with over 20 years’ experience. He carries out all types of examinations, diagnostic procedures and treatment for gynaecological conditions, as well as ultrasound scans. We would ask patients to note that Dr Pramatarov does not see children.
Education
He 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.
Dr. Rossitsa Ivanova
Works with:
- NHIF
- Funds
- Paid admission
Dr. Rossitsa Ivanova is an obstetrician-gynaecologist in Sofia. She performs preventive examinations and modern treatment of obstetric-gynecological diseases, all types of tests and procedures.
Education
She graduated from Sofia Medical University and obtained a degree in Obstetrics and Gynecology after specializing at SBALAG Maychin Dom Sofia.
Qualifications
- Course in Ultrasound Diagnostics
- Colposcopy and destructive treatment
- Gynecological endocrinology and infertility
- Menopausal medicine
- Pediatric and adolescent gynecology
- Numerous participations in congresses and conferences
Biography
Dr. Ivanova has worked at Toraks Clinics, Bodimed Medical Center, Tokuda Hospital, Polimed Medical Center, and the obstetrics and gynecology department of Amerimed Medical Center. She is currently part of the team of specialists at Geya Med Medical Center and Medcross Sofia Medical Center. She speaks Russian.
Dr. Ivanka Shterbanova
Works with:
- NHIF
- Funds
- Paid admission
Dr. Ivanka Shterbanova is an obstetrician-gynaecologist in Sofia with over 35 years of experience. She performs examinations, diagnostics, and treatment for gynecological and gynecological oncology diseases, all types of invasive (interventional) and non-invasive conventional examinations—colposcopy, electrocoagulation of the cervix, uterine biopsy, ultrasound of tumor formations, etc. Dr. Shterbanova provides comprehensive monitoring during pregnancy and childbirth and can be helpful in performing all types of diagnostic procedures on the mother and fetus.
Education
She graduated from Medical University Pleven in 1982. She obtained his specialty in Obstetrics and Gynecology in 1990. He obtained his specialty in Oncology in 2000.
Qualifications
- Course Colposcopy, Intensive Care and Therapy of High-Risk Pregnant Women, Operative Gynecology
- Individual training in abdominal ultrasound
- Thematic course: Topographic anatomy and surgery of the pelvic organs
- Course on Palliative Care for Cancer Patients in Terminal Stages
- Individual training Gynecological endoscopy and Ultrasound and Doppler diagnostics and obstetrics
- Member of the Bulgarian Medical Association
- Participation in numerous national congresses and seminars on the specialty
Biography
After graduating, Dr. Shterbanova worked consecutively as a resident at SAGBAL “Dr. Shterev”, PSAGBAL “Sveta Sofia” and the Obstetrics and Gynecology Clinic at II MBAL Sofia. She has practiced at the Sevlievo Medical Center and the municipal hospital in the same city, as well as in Debelets and Veliko Tarnovo. She is currently part of the team of specialists at the Vita Sofia Medical Center. She speaks German and Russian.
Dr. Marieta Sirmanova
Works with:
- NHIF
- Funds
- Paid admission
Dr. Marieta Sirmanova is an obstetrician-gynaecologist in Sofia with over 10 years of experience. She performs examinations and modern treatment of obstetric-gynecological diseases, all types of tests and procedures for adult patients and children over 15 years of age.
Education
She graduated from Sofia Medical University in 2009. She obtained her specialty in Obstetrics and Gynecology in 2015. In 1999, she completed a master’s program at Sofia University “St. Kliment Ohridski” and qualified as a biologist and specialist in medicinal plants.
Qualifications
- Ultrasound in obstetrics and gynecology, colposcopy, and destructive treatment of cervical precancerous lesions
- Participation in numerous national congresses and seminars on the specialty
- Member of the Bulgarian Medical Association
Biography
In 2015, Dr. Sirmanova began working at PSAGBAL St. Sofia Sofia. She specialized at UMHAT Dr. Georgi Stranksy Pleven and Second SAGBAL Sheynovo Sofia. She is currently part of the team of specialists at DKC Neoclinic and MC Medcross.
Dr. Evelin Stoyanova
Works with:
- NHIF
- Funds
- Paid admission
Dr. Evelin Stoyanova is an obstetrician-gynaecologist in Sofia with over 6 years of medical experience. She performs examinations, diagnosis, and treatment of obstetric-gynecological diseases, as well as all types of tests. She has interests in the fields of gynecology, reproductive medicine, obstetrics, and high-risk pregnancy. We kindly ask patients to note that Dr. Stoyanova does not examine children.
Education
She graduated from the Faculty of Medicine at Sofia University St. Kliment Ohridski in 2017 and in 2023 she obtained a specialization in Obstetrics and Gynecology.
Qualifications
- Participation in scientific conferences and seminars on various aspects of the specialty
- Member of the Bulgarian Medical Association and the Bulgarian Society of Obstetrics and Gynecology
Biography
Since 2018, Dr. Stoyanova has been working at PSAGBAL St. Sofia Sofia. She is currently part of the specialist teams at MedIns Medical Center – St. Gerasim Kefalonios, Medcross Medical Center – Stara Planina Branch Sofia, and Doverie Medical Center Sofia. She speaks English and Spanish.
Dr. Ekaterina Nikolova
Works with:
- Funds
- Paid admission
Dr. Ekaterina Nikolova is an obstetrician-gynaecologist in Sofia. Her professional interests are in the fields of surgery, clinical gynecology, prevention of cervical precancerous lesions, and reproductive health. We kindly ask patients to note that Dr. Nikolova does not examine children.
Education
She graduated from the Faculty of Medicine at Sofia University St. Kliment Ohridski and obtained a degree in Obstetrics and Gynecology after specializing at Vita Sofia Hospital.
Qualifications
- Internship at the Intensive Care Clinic and numerous internships in surgical departments
- Participation in qualification courses and congresses in the field of gynecology, including ultrasound diagnostics and colposcopic diagnostics
Biography
Currently, Dr. Nikolova is part of the team of specialists at Medcross Sofia Medical Center, Wholly AGain, and Dr. Orucheva’s Obstetrics and Gynecology Clinic.
Dr. Ivan Tsanov
Works with:
- NHIF
- Funds
- Paid admission
Dr. Ivan Tsanov is an obstetrician-gynaecologist in Sofia with over 30 years of experience. He performs preventive examinations, diagnosis, and treatment of gynecological diseases through various types of tests. Dr. Tsanov examines children over 12 years of age.
Education
He graduated from Sofia Medical University in 1987. He obtained his specialty in Obstetrics and Gynecology in 1992.
Qualifications
- Specializations in Operative Gynecology, Gynecological Endoscopy, Gynecological Oncology, Ultrasound Diagnostics in Obstetrics and Gynecology, Sterility, Contraception and Hormone Replacement Therapy in Gynecology, Colposcopy and Biopsy
- Memberships in professional organizations
Biography
After graduating, Dr. Tsanov began working at the Kyustendil Multiprofile Hospital, where he worked until 2000. After 2000, he worked successively at the St. Sofia Multiprofile Hospital, the Vita Multiprofile Hospital, and the St. Lazarus Obstetrics and Gynecology Hospital. He has practiced at the Doverie Medical Center. He currently works in the gynecology departments of the Maichin Dom Medical Center and the Medcross Medical Center.
Dr. Nela Vladimirova
Works with:
- NHIF
- Funds
- Paid admission
Dr. Nela Vladimirova is an obstetrician-gynaecologist in Sofia with over 6 years of medical experience. Her interests are in the field of obstetrics and pathological pregnancy. She performs normal and operative deliveries, colposcopy, endoscopic (minimally invasive) surgery – hysteroscopy. We kindly ask patients to note that Dr. Vladimirova does not examine children.
Education
She graduated from Sofia Medical University in 2016. She currently practices at Vita Sofia Hospital and Knyaginya Klementina Hospital in Sofia.
Qualifications
- Participation in congresses and seminars on the specialty
- Member of the Bulgarian Medical Association
Biography
Dr. Vladimirova works as an obstetrician-gynecologist at Vita Sofia Hospital and Knyaginya Klementina Hospital in Sofia. She is currently also part of the specialist teams at Vita Sofia Medical Center and Medcross Medical Center – Zaychar Branch.
Dr. Kristina Genova
Works with:
- Funds
- Paid admission
Dr. Kristina Genova is an obstetrician-gynaecologist in Sofia. She performs examinations and modern treatment of gynecological diseases, all types of tests and procedures. We kindly ask patients to note that Dr. Genova does not examine children.
Education
She graduated from Sofia Medical University and has a degree in Obstetrics and Gynecology.
Qualifications
- Member of the Bulgarian Medical Association
- Participation in numerous national congresses and seminars on the specialty
Biography
She is currently part of the team of specialists at Medcross Sofia.
Dr. Radoslava Dzharova
Works with:
- NHIF
- Funds
- Paid admission
Dr. Radoslava Dzharova is an obstetrician-gynaecologist in Sofia. She performs examinations, diagnosis, and treatment of obstetric and gynecological diseases. She provides prenatal care and pregnancy monitoring. Please note that Dr. Dzharova does not examine children.
Education
She graduated from Sofia Medical University in 2020. She obtained her specialty in Obstetrics and Gynecology in 2025 at PSAGBAL St. Sofia.
Qualifications
- Member of the Bulgarian Medical Association
- Participation in national congresses and seminars in the field of specialization
Biography
Currently, Dr. Dzharova is part of the team of specialists at Medcross Medical Center and Prestige Medical Center.
Dr. Borislav Georgiev
Works with:
- NHIF
- Funds
- Paid admission
Dr. Borislav Georgiev is an obstetrician-gynaecologist in Sofia with over 5 years of medical experience. He performs examinations and modern treatment of obstetric-gynecological diseases, all types of tests and procedures. We kindly ask patients to note that Dr. Georgiev does not examine children.
Education
He graduated from Sofia Medical University and obtained a degree in Obstetrics and Gynecology after specializing at SBALAG “Dr. Shterev”.
Qualifications
- Member of the Bulgarian Medical Association
- Participation in numerous national congresses and seminars on the specialty
Biography
After graduating, Dr. Georgiev began working at the Clinic for Pregnancy Pathology at SBALAG Maychin Dom Sofia. He is currently part of the specialist teams at Medcross Medical Center and FemiClinic Medical Center.
Dr. Vesko Gavrilov
Works with:
- Funds
- Paid admission
Dr. Vesko Gavrilov is an obstetrician-gynaecologist in Sofia with over 10 years of experience. He performs preventive examinations, diagnosis, and modern treatment of obstetric and gynecological diseases. His clinical interests are in early and pathological pregnancy, as well as gynecological oncology and prevention. We kindly ask patients to note that Dr. Gavrilov does not examine children.
Education
She graduated from Sofia Medical University and has a degree in Obstetrics and Gynecology.
Qualifications
- Gynecological laparoscopy
- Member of the Bulgarian Medical Association
- Participation in conferences and seminars in the field in Bulgaria and abroad
Biography
After graduating, Dr. Gavrilov specialized at Second SAGBAL Sheynovo, Serdika Hospital, and St. Anna University Hospital. He is currently part of the team of specialists at Medcross Sofia.
Dr. Diana Zubko
Works with:
- Funds
- Paid admission
Dr. Diana Zubko is a specialist in obstetrics and gynecology in Sofia. She performs examinations, consultations, diagnostics, and modern treatment of obstetric and gynecological diseases and all types of tests.
Her professional interests are in the field of:
- Preventive gynecological examinations;
- Monitoring of normal and high-risk pregnancies;
- Normal delivery and delivery by caesarean section when indicated.
We kindly ask patients to note that Dr. Zubko does not examine children.
Education
She graduated from Sofia Medical University in 2022 and is currently specializing in Obstetrics and Gynecology.
Qualifications
- Member of the Bulgarian Medical Association and the Bulgarian Society of Obstetrics and Gynecology
- Participation in numerous congresses of the Bulgarian Society of Obstetrics and Gynecology and the Association of Maternal-Fetal Medicine
- Internship at the Intensive Care Clinic and numerous internships in surgical departments
Biography
Currently, Dr. Zubko is part of the teams at PSAGBAL St. Sofia and Medcross Medical Center. He speaks Ukrainian and Russian.
