Dr. Tsvetolyub Mitev is „Doctor of the Year 2024“ at „Uni Hospital“

Dr. Tsvetolyub Mitev, Head of the Department of Gastroenterology at „Uni Hospital,“ was awarded the title of „Doctor of the Year 2024“ at the hospital. Dr. Mitev expressed his gratitude for the recognition to his entire team and dedicated the award to his parents.

The official ceremony for the annual hospital awards took place on December 16 at the „Arena Asarel“ sports hall. Greetings and best wishes for the upcoming Christmas and New Year holidays were delivered by the CEO of „Uni Hospital,“ Dr. Yavor Drenski, the Executive Director of „Asarel Medet“ JSC, Engineer Nikolay Peltekov, and the Mayor of Panagyurishte Municipality, Mr. Zhelyazko Gagov.

Dr. Rositsa Krusteva, PhD Head of the Oncology Center and the Department of Medical Oncology, received a special certificate for her „Sustainable Approach in Applying the Latest European Practices in Medical Oncology,“ while Assoc. Prof. Dr. Irena Velcheva was recognized for her „Comprehensive Contribution to the Development of Neurology and the Hospital.“

Dr. Kerim Afti, Head of the Urology Clinic, was awarded in the „Patient Choice 2024“ category. The recognition „Young Doctor 2024“ went to Dr. Kevork Baklayan, a resident in the Cardiology Department. Dr. Ainura Changalova from the Department of Medical Oncology was named „Young Oncologist 2024.“ Senior nurse Elena Stankova from the Department of Anesthesiology and Intensive Care was awarded „Nurse of the Year 2024,“ and Lyubka Doshkova from the Neurology Clinic was honored as „Sanitary of the Year 2024.“ The „Administrator of the Year 2024“ award went to the team responsible for preventive screenings: Dr. Rumyana Valkova, Director of Administrative Affairs and Human Resources, and Ms. Miroslava Mihova.

The annual awards at „Uni Hospital,“ presented by the Hospital Management, including Dr. Drenski, Deputy CEO Dr. Angel Prodanov, PhD, Dr. Valkova, and Financial Director Nikolay Gospodinov, recognize the honorees for their high professionalism, contributions to the hospital’s reputation, and dedication to the patients.

The talented dancers from the „Bulgare“ Ensemble, who preserve Bulgaria’s folkloric heritage with their artistic talent, were the surprise of the evening. Special musical greetings were also offered by Stoyko Shopov, a scholarship recipient of the hospital and winner of numerous national and international music awards. The festive evening was filled with dancing and musical performances, creating an exciting atmosphere for over 400 doctors, nurses, orderlies, hospital staff, and guests who attended the celebration.