Doctors and services — Endocrinologist

Endocrinologist — what to know

An endocrinologist deals with hormones and the endocrine glands: the thyroid, the pancreas (diabetes), the adrenal glands and the pituitary, as well as excess weight and osteoporosis. The visit often includes hormone blood tests and a thyroid ultrasound.

What happens at the visit

The endocrinologist asks about your complaints, changes in your weight and illnesses in the family, examines your thyroid gland and measures your blood pressure. They then go through your test results and the treatment with you.

Before the visit

Bring an identity document, the results of earlier tests and any discharge summaries, and a list of the medicines you take.

Bring your latest hormone and blood sugar results. With diabetes, bring your diary or the glucose meter with its stored readings.

Visits paid by НЗОК (NHIF)

A specialist visit paid by НЗОК (NHIF) usually needs a referral from your GP; a referral is valid for 30 days. A paid visit is possible without one. Whether the doctor sees НЗОК patients, which health funds they work with and the price are on their profile.

Source: NHIF (nhif.bg)

Updated on 10/11/2026

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