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Dr. Angel Radev is a leading Bulgarian angiologist. He specializes in minimally invasive treatments for venous diseases. Dr. Radev created the TASAR Cryo method (Tumescent Assisted Sclerotherapy with Augmented Reality). This method was ranked among Bulgaria’s top 20 most innovative healthcare projects in 2021. He is the only doctor in Bulgaria certified to perform the advanced CLaCS (cryolaser cryosclerotherapy) method for cosmetic veins. He received training in this technique from Prof. Kazuo Miyake in Brazil.

Dr. Radev graduated from the Medical University of Sofia in 2007. He obtained his angiology specialty in 2014 and also holds a master’s degree in Public Health. He has completed advanced training in phlebology and vascular diagnostics in Europe, the USA, and Australia. In 2019, he founded Varix Clinic, which is now the largest specialized venous disease center in Bulgaria.

He is a member of the American Vein and Lymphatic Society and other respected vascular organizations. Dr. Radev was included in the “40 to 40” ranking by DARIK radio for his significant contributions to medicine and society.

Education and specializations

• in 2012 he graduated as a master of medicine at the Medical University of Sofia - Sofia
• in 2013, after passing a competitive exam, she was enrolled as a specialist in vascular surgery at UMBAL "St. Ekaterina", Department of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery
• in 2021 he acquired a specialty in vascular surgery
• certified specialist in ultrasound vascular diagnostics - 2022
• internship at Purpan University Hospital, Toulouse, France, Department of Internal medicine – 2009.
• internship at CHU Centrale, Nancy, France, Department of Internal medicine – 2011.

Practical experience

• 2013-2021 - specialization in vascular surgery at UMBAL "St. Ekaterina", Department of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery
• 2021-2022 - vascular surgeon at UMBAL "St. Ekaterina", Department of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery
• From 2022, he is part of the team of the largest clinic for minimally invasive treatment of varicose veins in Bulgaria "Varix Clinic" - venous laser center

Scientific and practical interests

• Application of modern minimally invasive methods for treatment of varicose veins
• Ultrasound diagnostics, prevention and treatment of arterial and venous diseases
• Wound treatmentof vascular origin
• Screening and prevention of atherosclerosis                                                          

Membership in medical organizations

• Member of the Bulgarian Medical Union (BLS)
• Member of the Bulgarian National Society of Vascular Surgery and Angiology
• Member of the European Society for Vascular Surgery (ESVS)

Education and specializations

• In 1999, he graduated as a Master of Medicine at the Medical University of Craiova, Romania
• He acquired a specialty in angiology in 2014 after specialization at UMBAL "St. Ekaterina" and MBAL "Tokuda"
• He has acquired a professional qualification in ultrasound vascular diagnostics at MU-Sofia since 2014.
• He has a professional qualification and a certificate for invasive angiology at the SU "St. Kliment Ohridski"
• He participated in many international congresses on angiology and vascular surgery in Bulgaria and abroad

Practical experience

• He has 5 years of experience as a general practitioner and 7 years of experience in the field of emergency medicine.
• He worked as an angiologist in the team of UMBAL "Ajibadem City Clinic - Cardiovascular Center" - Sofia from 2012-2021.
• He is a member of the commission for certification in ultrasound vascular diagnostics at SU "St. Kliment Ohridski"
• From 2021, he is part of the team of the largest clinic for minimally invasive treatment of varicose veins in Bulgaria "Varix Clinic" - venous laser center

Scientific and practical interests

• Ultrasound diagnostics, prevention and treatment of arterial and venous diseases
• Screening and prevention of atherosclerosis 
• Modern minimally invasive methods for the treatment of varicose veins

                                                         
Membership in medical organizations

• Member of the Society of Angiology in Bulgaria
• Member of the Bulgarian Society of Endovascular Therapy
• Member of the Bulgarian Medical Union (BLS)