Doctors and services — Thoracic Surgeon

Thoracic Surgeon — what to know

A thoracic surgeon treats, including with surgery, conditions of the lungs, the chest wall and the oesophagus. People are sent to one for a lung mass found on a scan, fluid or air around the lung, the after-effects of chest injuries, and some conditions of the oesophagus. At the visit the surgeon assesses whether an operation is needed.

What happens at the visit

The thoracic surgeon studies your imaging, asks about your complaints and listens to your lungs. They explain whether further tests are needed — a CT scan, a bronchoscopy or a breathing test — and what the treatment options are.

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 the discs and reports from your chest X-ray and CT scan and the discharge summaries from your treatment so far.

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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