Career
Dr Slavi Penev graduated in medicine from the Medical University – Plovdiv in 2011. He completed part of his training at Friedrich Schiller University Jena, Germany – experience that still allows him to work comfortably with German-speaking patients today.
In 2017 he qualified as a specialist in urology. Since then he has been a permanent member of the team at the Department of Urology at Kaspela University Hospital (UMBAL Kaspela) in Plovdiv, where all modern endoscopic methods are used for kidney stone disease and for conditions of the bladder, prostate and urethra, as well as conventional and laparoscopic surgery for cancers of the urinary tract and the male reproductive system.
Alongside his hospital work, Dr Penev sees patients at his private urology practice in Plovdiv and holds consultation days at Vita Med Medical Centre in Karlovo – so that patients from central Bulgaria can get a specialist consultation close to home.
Specialisations and qualifications
- Laparoscopic course in urology and uro-oncology – Pilsen, Czech Republic
- Certified to work with the da Vinci robotic surgical system
- Courses and specialist training in endoscopic and laparoscopic uro-oncology
- Regular participation in international, European and national urology congresses
Dr Penev's main interests are endoscopic and laparoscopic treatment of kidney and ureteric stones, treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia and uro-oncology – minimally invasive methods that let patients recover faster and with less discomfort.
Memberships
- Bulgarian Medical Association
- European Association of Urology (EAU)
- Bulgarian Urological Association
Approach to patients
Urological complaints are often linked to embarrassment or fear. A consultation with Dr Penev is calm, with a detailed explanation of every step and time for your questions. This is exactly what patients mention most often in their reviews on Superdoc (a Bulgarian online booking site) – the attentive care, the clear explanations and appointments that start on time.
Consultations are available in Bulgarian, English and German. Children are seen with a parent present.
Where he sees patients
- Dr Penev's urology practice – Plovdiv, 5 Anri Barbyus St. By appointment only. Free slots are shown on Superdoc (in Bulgarian) or given by phone.
- Kaspela University Hospital – Department of Urology – Plovdiv, 64 Sofia St, block 3, floors 3 and 4. Planned and emergency admission through the Department of Urology. Operations, endoscopic procedures and inpatient stays.
- Vita Med Medical Centre – Karlovo – Karlovo, 18 Todor i Ana Pulevi St. Consultation days by schedule. Book by phone to confirm the day.
Currently available appointments are shown on Dr Penev's Superdoc profile (in Bulgarian). You can also call +359 878 605 613 or send an appointment request.