

Services
In Kidney Center Varna all types of kidney diseases and related complications are diagnosed, treated and prevented.
- Nephrologist Examination
- Hemodialysis
- Peritoneal Dialysis
- Individual Treatment Plan
- Kidney and Abdominal Ultrasound
- Kidney Doppler Ultrasound
- Medical Documentation Analysis
Examination by a Nephrologist
Our team of specialists carries out physical examinations of patients with all types of kidney disease. Patients are interviewed during examinations in order to determine their symptoms related to the kidneys, urinary tracts and the entire excretory system. Ultrasound scans are conducted where necessary. Laboratory tests are ordered. Treatment and dietary regimen are prescribed. Functional tests to determine renal function and type of renal impairment may also be required in some cases.
Hemodialysis
Hemodialysis is a treatment replacing renal function. It is used when the patient’s kidneys no longer work. Hemodialysis takes place outside the body with blood circulated through a semi-permeable membrane separating wastes and excess liquids. Dialysis is performed several times a week as prescribed by your doctor, each procedure lasts about 4 hours.
Peritoneal Dialysis
Peritoneal dialysis is a treatment that replaces the renal function and maintains the residual renal function. Peritoneal dialysis takes place inside the body. Wastes and excess liquids are filtered through the peritoneum – a thin elastic membrane lining the abdominal cavity and internal organs, which has a very rich blood supply. This treatment preserves residual renal function and urine production. It is usually carried out at the patient’s home.
Individual Treatment Plan
An individual treatment plan is prepared for each patient according to their health condition. Using a personalized therapeutic approach ensures optimal treatment for each stage of the disease.
Kidney and Abdominal Ultrasound
An ultrasound scan displays in real time the kidneys, urinary tract, bladder, prostate and other internal organs. Insight is gained into changes in their form, structure and function. The examination is painless and safe for the patient. Other imaging studies, such as X-rays, computed tomography and magnetic resonance imaging, are ordered where necessary.
Kidney Doppler Ultrasound
A kidney Doppler examination is a specialized ultrasound examination of the blood vessels. Pulsations and blood flow velocity in the arteries and veins are represented graphically and audibly. The examination is used to assess impaired blood supply in tissues, active autoimmune processes and acute renal transplant rejection.
Medical Documentation Analysis
The nephrologist performs an evaluation of laboratory test results and presented medical reports and documentation. The approach is used for patients with reduced mobility as well as patients requesting a second opinion from a nephrologist.

Examination by a Nephrologist
Our team of specialists carries out physical examinations of patients with all types of kidney disease. Patients are interviewed during examinations in order to determine their symptoms related to the kidneys, urinary tracts and the entire excretory system. Ultrasound scans are conducted where necessary. Laboratory tests are ordered. Treatment and dietary regimen are prescribed. Functional tests to determine renal function and type of renal impairment may also be required in some cases.

Hemodialysis
Haemodialysis is a treatment replacing renal function. It is used when the patient’s kidneys no longer work. Haemodialysis takes place outside the body with blood circulated through a semi-permeable membrane separating wastes and excess liquids. Haemodialysis is carried out at the Kidney Center three times per week for four hours.

Peritoneal Dialysis
Peritoneal dialysis is a treatment that replaces the renal function and maintains the residual renal function. Peritoneal dialysis takes place inside the body. Wastes and excess liquids are filtered through the peritoneum – a thin elastic membrane lining the abdominal cavity and internal organs, which has a very rich blood supply. This treatment preserves residual renal function and urine production. It is usually carried out at the patient's home.

Individual Treatment Plan
An individual treatment plan is prepared for each patient according to their health condition. Using a personalized therapeutic approach ensures optimal treatment for each stage of the disease.

Kidney and Abdominal Ultrasound
An ultrasound scan displays in real time the kidneys, urinary tract, bladder, prostate and other internal organs. Insight is gained into changes in their form, structure and function. The examination is painless and safe for the patient. Other imaging studies, such as X-rays, computed tomography and magnetic resonance imaging, are ordered where necessary.

Kidney Doppler Ultrasound
A kidney Doppler examination is a specialized ultrasound examination of the blood vessels. Pulsations and blood flow velocity in the arteries and veins are represented graphically and audibly. The examination is used to assess impaired blood supply in tissues, active autoimmune processes and acute renal transplant rejection.

Uroflowmetry
Uroflowmetry is a non-invasive, painless and safe examination of urine flow used to determine the volume of excreted urine over a given time and the flow rate. The method provides information about the function of the lower urinary tract (urethra and bladder). Uroflowmetry is also used in cases of prostate size change.

Medical Documentation Analysis
The nephrologist performs an evaluation of laboratory test results and presented medical reports and documentation. The approach is used for patients with reduced mobility as well as patients requesting a second opinion from a nephrologist.
About Us
Prof. Valentin Ikonomov and his team perform diagnostics and treatment of all types of kidney disease and commonly related complications such as high blood pressure, diabetic kidney disease, high blood fat, anemia, gout, proteinuria, bone disease, metabolic disorders and kidney failure. Nephrologists at the Kidney Center use modern imaging studies and laboratory diagnostics to determine accurately each patient’s condition. Individual treatment plans aimed at avoiding and delaying disease complications are developed in cooperation with the patient. Patients with every stages of chronic kidney disease are treated at the Kidney Center. Renal replacement therapy with hemodialysis or peritoneal dialysis is performed in patients with end-stage renal disease. The center has the highest modern level of technical equipment.
Team
Prof. Dr. Valentin Ikonomov, Ph.D.
Doctor, specialist in nephrology and internal medicine
Physician, specialist in nephrology and internal medicine, with many years of experience
Dr. Krasimira Velikova
Doctor, specializes in nephrology
Graduated from Medical University “Prof. Dr. Paraskev Stoyanov” Varna in 2019.
Prof. Dr. Valentin Ikonomov, Ph.D.
Doctor, specialist in nephrology and internal medicine
Physician, specialist in nephrology and internal medicine, with many years of experience
Dr. Krasimira Velikova
Doctor, specializes in nephrology
Graduated from Medical University “Prof. Dr. Paraskev Stoyanov” Varna in 2019.
Free transport
Kidney Center Varna offers free transport to its patients for hemodialysis treatment in Varna.

Complimentary transport
Kidney Center Varna offers complimentary transport to its patients for hemodialysis treatment in Varna.

Complimentary transport
Kidney Center Varna offers complimentary transport to its patients for hemodialysis treatment in Varna.
Telephone: 052 600 002 E-mail: office@kidneycenterbg.com
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