A Young Cardiologist from “Heart and Brain” Restored Hope for a Patient After Being Referred Between Three Hospitals During the Holidays
During the holiday season, even in Burgas, access to timely and adequate medical care can prove to be seriously challenging.
A female patient goes through a real ordeal — three hospitals, hours of uncertainty, and a progressively worsening condition. Her story, however, ends with hope thanks to the fast response and professionalism of Dr. Stoyan Dimov, a young cardiologist and electrophysiologist at the high-tech hospital complex “Heart and Brain” – Burgas, a specialist in the treatment of rhythm and conduction disorders, who makes the decision for the immediate implantation of a pacemaker.
The woman presents with severe fatigue, dizziness, and two episodes of complete loss of consciousness. Initially, she passes through emergency units at two medical facilities with cardiology departments of the highest (third) level of competence.
Despite the performed tests and the clear diagnosis — complete A-V block (a serious disorder of the heart’s electrical conduction system, leading to bradycardia, fatigue, dizziness, and syncope), the patient is referred to another hospital.
Only upon admission to “Heart and Brain” – Burgas in the late hours of the holiday period does she receive adequate care from Dr. Dimov, who does not underestimate her symptoms. After a thorough examination and additional tests, a life-threatening heart rhythm disorder is confirmed.
“This was a case where time was critical. There was no room for waiting,” Dr. Dimov shares. On his recommendation, a decision is made for the immediate implantation of a permanent pacemaker. The procedure is performed successfully, and within the first hours afterward, the patient’s condition stabilizes.
Today, she is already back home and recovering. “If it weren’t for Dr. Dimov, I don’t know what would have happened. He reacted appropriately and in time,” the woman says. One timely intervention and one correct decision can save a human life.
This case clearly demonstrates the excellent organization and high level of medical expertise at “Heart and Brain,” where even during holidays 24/7 readiness, highly specialized care, and modern treatment are ensured. In this high-tech hospital complex, the patient is placed at the center, and professionalism and humanity go hand in hand with treatment.
