Multiprofile Hospital for Active Treatment Varna

Modern care for health and well-being

Team “Anesthesiology and Intensive Care (ICU)”

Specialists who are part of the department

Dr. Nikolay Mladenov

Dr. Nikolay Mladenov, MD, PhD is a specialist in anesthesiology and intensive care. He graduated in Medicine from the Medical University of Varna "Prof. Dr. Paraskev Stoyanov" in 2013. In 2018, he acquired his specialty degree in Anesthesiology and Intensive Care.

In 2021, he was awarded the educational and scientific degree of Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Medicine after successfully defending his doctoral thesis titled "Ultrasonic Evaluation of the Optic Nerve in Patients with Clinical and Imaging Evidence of Increased Intracranial Pressure".

He has served as a Chief Assistant Professor at the Medical University of Varna "Prof. Dr. Paraskev Stoyanov", leading academic courses in Anesthesiology and Intensive Care and Emergency Medicine for both Bulgarian- and English-language medical programs.

Dr. Nikolay Mladenov serves as the Head of the Department of Anesthesiology and Intensive Care (ICU) at MBAL Varna - Transport Hospital.

Dr. Slavcho Arnaudov

Dr. Slavcho Arnaudov is a specialist in Anesthesiology and Intensive Care with over 35 years of medical experience. He is the newest addition to the Anesthesiology and Intensive Care Department at MBAL Varna (Transport Hospital).

Behind every successful surgery stands the anesthesiologist — the specialist ensuring patient safety, pain management, and peace of mind before, during, and after surgical interventions. Known for his attention to detail, Dr. Arnaudov prioritizes clear communication, taking time to explain procedures and alleviate patient anxiety before surgery.

Education & Qualifications

  • Graduated in Medicine from the Medical University of Varna in 1988.

  • Completed his specialty in Anesthesiology and Intensive Care in 1996.

Certificates & Specialized Training:

  • Difficult Airway Management / Intubation

  • Regional Anesthesia

  • Emergency Medicine

  • Maritime Intensive Care Medicine

  • Maritime Instructors and Educators Training

Biography Dr. Arnaudov has extensive clinical expertise. Since 2017, he has served as a specialist at SBAGAL Varna, and he currently brings his vast medical background to the team at MBAL Varna (Transport Hospital).

Dr. Lilyana Kurteva

Dr. Lilyana Kurteva is a specialist in anesthesiology and intensive care.

MBAL Varna

Modern care for health and well-being

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