Doctors and services — Surgeon

Surgeon — what to know

A surgeon (a specialist in general surgery) examines conditions that may need an operation: hernias, gallstones, lumps on or under the skin, haemorrhoids and anal fissures, abscesses and wounds that do not heal. At the visit the surgeon assesses whether an operation is needed and what treatment fits.

What happens at the visit

The surgeon asks about your complaints and examines the affected area. When needed, they order an ultrasound, blood tests or another imaging test. If an operation follows, they explain how it goes, how to prepare and what recovery is like.

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 results of ultrasound, CT or other imaging tests and the discharge summaries from earlier operations.

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

In an emergency, call 112.