The new hospital will be built as a multi-layered upgrade of the successful practices, experience and research work accumulated in the already functioning ‘palaces of health‘ Heart and Brain in Pleven and Burgas. It will have around 500 beds and 15 operating theaters.
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The new building of the Heart and Brain Center for Clinical Excelence in Burgas is now fully built and shines on “Life and Health” street, reveals the deputy administrative director.
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We have the ambition and will turn the new Heart and Brain Center for Clinical Exellence in Burgas into a national and European center of leading medical scientific and practical achievements
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The Executive Director of BCI, prof. Simova:
High temperatures affect blood pressure by raising it. The blood thickens, which makes it harder for the heart to beat and can lead to heat stroke. The temperature rises, which can cause heat stroke and heat exhaustion. Simova recommended not to undergo sudden temperature changes, drink more fluids and wear loose and wide clothes.
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In the hall of the regional administration in Burgas, the world-famous pianist Academician Atanas Kurtev performed a Chopin recital in recognition and gratitude to the doctors of the Heart and Brain Center of Clinical Excellence who saved the life of his wife Nely Kurteva.
The leading cardiologists, Dr. Sashko Zhezhovski and Dr. Oktay Maksudov, admitted Mrs. Kurteva to the emergency room with clear indications of an acute myocardial infarction, and thanks to the care of the team, the patient is feeling great today.
“Heart and Brain is at an extremely high level! I am grateful for the high professionalism and wonderful attitude! I have recommended this great hospital to all our friends. I am looking forward to the new multi-profile Heart and Brain in Burgas” – she said. Immediately after his wife was discharged, maestro Kurtev decided to express his gratitude for the impeccable care and human touch through virtuoso performances by one of the most lyrical and tender composers.
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Medical oncology is developing at a very fast pace. It applies the results of modern clinical and scientific advances and allows the introduction of innovative therapeutic approaches, bringing significant advantages in the fight against oncological diseases. In the precision medicine era, the diagnosis and treatment of malignant diseases are determined based on the individual characteristics of the individual patient.
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Lack of prophylaxis and self-treatment are among the reasons for the high mortality rate in Bulgaria
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More than half a year after the launch of “Life after COVID” – Bulgaria’s first post-COVID treatment and follow-up campaign, BCI reports alarming data: more than half of Bulgarians who have had COVID-19 suffer from cardiovascular disorders.
Dr. Radka Alexandrova, pulmonologist: “I have to refer about 80% of my patients to a cardiologist.”
“Post-coronary conditions can affect anyone, regardless of their age and health condition, warns Prof. Iana Simova, Head of the post-COVID syndrome research group.
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One of the most common postconditions resulting from the infection are heart-related. In our country alone, more than 70 000 patients have been hospitalised and discharged after being cured of coronavirus but have sought medical help again because of subsequent problems. Even the mild cases, the asymptomatic ones, are now seeking or will seek medical help,” Prof. Dr. Iana Simova said in an interview with Darik.
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The Medical Oncology Clinic’s team initiates free consultations for all patients with solid malignant tumors. The consultations will be held every Tuesday and Wednesday from 13:00 to 15:00 by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Natalia Chilingirova and Dr. Filip Marinov. The initiative is dedicated to patients who are planning a treatment, who are currently being treated or would like to get a second opinion.
Heart and Brain has the only Gamma Knife in the country and a linear accelerator of the latest generation.
Consultations are by appointment and can be booked over the telephone: 064 678400.
