Urologist
Urologist
General information
Urology is a medical specialty that focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the urinary tract in men and the urinary tract in women. This field of medicine deals not only with the surgical treatment of the relevant diseases, but also applies conservative methods of treatment. Urology specialists are trained to identify and treat a wide range of conditions, including infections, kidney stones, incontinence, prostate problems, and various forms of cancer.
Urology is one of the most technologically advanced medical specialties, allowing doctors to use advanced technologies to improve treatment and patient care. For more serious conditions that do not respond to drug therapy, modern bloodless, laser, and robotic surgical methods are routinely used. These innovative techniques minimize risks and recovery time while increasing the effectiveness of treatment. Thanks to advances in urology, patients can count on high-quality, precise medical services to address urological problems. Advances in urology also contribute to a better understanding and prevention of a number of urological conditions, improving the overall health of the population.
Diseases
- Stones in the kidneys and ureters
- Benign prostatic hyperplasia
- Prostate cancer
- Bladder cancer
- Kidney cancer
- Testicular cancer
- Urinary tract infections
- Male sexual and erectile problems
- Male infertility and sterility
- Overactive bladder
- Incontinence (urinary incontinence) and others.
Clinical examination by a urologist
A comprehensive clinical examination is performed on an outpatient basis, which includes taking a detailed medical history. This means determining the type, duration, and severity of the patient’s symptoms. This is followed by an assessment of the need for and prescription of various laboratory tests such as blood and urine samples, microbiological tests, and others. In the context of urology, this process is essential for the accurate diagnosis and treatment of urological diseases.
Doctors have access to modern ultrasound equipment, which allows for detailed examination of the urological system. In addition, the clinic is equipped with a modern treatment room where various medical procedures are performed. This high-tech facility enables urologists to provide high-quality medical services and care for their patients’ health using the latest methods and techniques in the field of urology.
Doctors
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 field of specialization
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. Angel Georgiev
Works with:
- NHIF
- Funds
- Paid admission
Dr. Angel Georgiev is a specialist urologist in Sofia with over 28 years of medical experience. His practice focuses on ultrasound treatment methods – transabdominal echography of the genitourinary system, echographic examination of the testicles and epididymis, Doppler examination of blood flow in the organs of the genitourinary system.
Education
He graduated from Medical University Pleven in 1996. He obtained his specialty in Urology in 2003.
Qualifications
- 2000 – Course in ultrasound diagnostics
- 2001 – Interventional ultrasound in urology
- 2001 – Transurethral diagnosis and treatment of the bladder neck and prostate gland
- 2001 – Topographic anatomy and surgery of the pelvic organs
- 2005 – Standards for comprehensive, operative, chemotherapeutic, and radiation treatment of major oncological localizations
- 2010 – Legal capacity to perform diagnostic and therapeutic activities under X-ray control
- 2010–2011 – Extracorporeal lithotripsy of urinary stones in urology (ELPK)
Biography
After graduating, Dr. Georgiev began working as a district therapist at DKC 1 Pleven. From 1998 to 1999, he was a resident at the Urology Clinic at the Medical University of Pleven. From 2004 to 2005, he worked as a urologist at the Exacta Medica Medical Center in Pleven and at DKC 1 Pleven. He has worked at the Doverie Hospital in Sofia. He is currently part of the team of specialists at the Medcross Medical Center – Stara Planina Branch.
