Checking a plastic surgeon in Bulgaria
In Bulgaria, a plastic surgeon should hold the specialty Пластично–възстановителна и естетична хирургия (plastic, reconstructive and aesthetic surgery). Here's where to check it and what to look for.
We read the official register directly. Last checked 18 October 2026What the titles mean in Bulgaria
Membership of a regional college of the Bulgarian Medical Association is compulsory to practise, and members whose membership ends are removed from the national register.
We read the national register directly. Names typed in English letters are converted to Cyrillic automatically.
What we check for Bulgarian surgeons
Society membership is voluntary. Not being a member doesn't mean a surgeon isn't qualified.
How to check it yourself
- Search the surgeon's first name and surname in Cyrillic on the national register. Bulgarian Medical Association register
- Check the specialties include 'Пластично–възстановителна и естетична хирургия'.
- 'Естетична (козметична) хирургия и медицина' is not the plastic surgery specialty.
Common questions
Is everyone on the register allowed to practise?
The register lists members; membership ends, and the doctor is removed, on request, by court or administrative act, or for unpaid fees.
Source: Bulgarian Medical AssociationWhy can't I find a name typed in English?
The register stores names in Cyrillic only. Our check converts English spellings automatically.
Source: blsbg.euI'm considering surgery abroad. What should I check?
The same principle applies everywhere: find the official register in that country and look for specialist registration in plastic surgery. See every country we cover