Workshops Friday 15.05 from 09:30

ICMS 2026 Workshops

Friday 15.05 from 09:30

Mastering the Art of Electrocardiography

Mentor: Dr. Maria Konstantinova

Learn to perform ECGs flawlessly and interpret every rhythm like a pro. By the end of this hands-on workshop, ECGs will no longer be a mystery—they’ll be a skill you master. Bring your white coat!

Location: UMBAL “Tsaritsa Yoanna – ISUL” Sofia, Byalo more str. №8

 

 

Critical Burn Care: Beyond the Surface

Mentor: Prof. Maya Argirova

Have you ever wondered what kind of magic happens to save patients with life-threatening burns? Now you have the opportunity to gain a glimpse of how the healthcare team in the burn unit handles complex cases, performs life-saving procedures, and makes the impossible a reality. Bring your scrubs and hospital clogs!

Location: UMBALSM “N. I. Pirogov”, “General Eduard I. Totleben” blvd., №21


Autopsy

Mentor: Assoc. Prof. Ilina Braynova

Have you ever seen an autopsy performed? In this clinical autopsy workshop, you will learn about the process of this thorough examination of a corpse by dissection to determine the cause and manner of death or to evaluate any disease or injury that may be present for research and educational purposes. Bring your white coat! For med students in their 4th year and above.

Location: MBC Building – Zdrave str. №2

Precision in Motion: Laparoscopic Skills Training (LASTT – GESEA Programme)

Mentor: Dr. Iliana Hristova

A hands-on laparoscopic workshop based on the standardized LASTT module of the GESEA programme. You will train on professional simulators, developing camera navigation, hand-eye, and bimanual coordination in a realistic surgical environment. A practical introduction to minimally invasive surgery. Bring your white coat! The workshop will be 2 hours!

Location: MBAL “Nadezda”, Blaga Vest str. №3

Inside the GI Tract: Endoscopy - From Visualization to Diagnosis

Mentor: Dr. Viktor Dimitrov, Dr. Dimitar Gechev

Endoscopy provides a direct window into the gastrointestinal tract, enabling both diagnosis and therapeutic decision-making. This session explores the fundamental principles of endoscopic evaluation and its role in modern clinical practice. How does direct visualization change the way we approach gastrointestinal disease? Bring your scrubs and hospital clogs!

Location: UMBAL “Tsaritsa Yoanna – ISUL” Sofia, Byalo more str. №8

Heart Valve Replacement

Mentor: Dr. Georgi Manchev

Lub-dub changes into a murmur when one of the valves does not work correctly. There is a way to fix the problem: the sick valve is removed, and a brand-new one is placed in the heart. How’s it done? Come and try it yourself. Bring your white coats!

Location: Medical Simulation Center – Lozenetz, Kozyak Str. №1 

Lumbar Puncture in Practice: Skills for Real-World Medicine

Mentor: Dr. Petya Stefanova

Join this unique hands-on workshop to master the critical skill of lumbar puncture. Participants will observe live demonstrations and practice on realistic cow spine models using authentic spinal needles. Gain practical experience under the guidance of a neurologist and refine your technique with different models and needle types. Real-life clinical cases will further prepare you for real-world medical practice.

This fundamental skill is especially valuable for future neurologists, neurosurgeons, anesthesiologists, infectious disease specialists, and emergency medicine physicians.

Hosted by Thermo Fisher Scientific, the world leader in serving science, this workshop guarantees a high-quality learning experience with top materials and comfortable spaces. Bring your white coat!

Location: Thermo Fisher Scientific, Tsarigradsko Shosse Blvd №115G

Beyond the Incision - In the OR

Mentor: Dr. Yanislav Mitkov, Dr. Iliya Bashliev

This workshop offers you a unique opportunity to observe a surgical procedure with real-time commentary from the operating surgeons. As each step of the operation unfolds, the surgical team will explain their decision-making, techniques, and intraoperative strategies. This interactive format bridges the gap between theory and practice, placing surgical education directly in your hands. Bring your scrubs and hospital clogs!

Location: UMBAL “Alexandrovska” St. Georgi Sofiyski blvd. №1

Acute Ischaemic Stroke - Management

 

Mentor: Dr. Emiliyan Gulev

The FAST test is the first step and then what? Learn how a stroke patient is treated and never forget that time is brain tissue. Bring your white coat!

Location: UMBAL “St. Anna” – Dimitar Mollov str., №1 

 

Prenatal Mental Health

Mentor: Dr. Ivayla Kamenova 

This workshop focuses on the mental and emotional changes that occur during pregnancy and their clinical significance. Prenatal mental health influences both maternal well-being and fetal development. Recognizing and addressing these challenges is essential for comprehensive obstetric care.

Location: MBC Building – Zdrave str. №2

Surgical Management of Breast Cancer

Mentor: Dr. Slavyana Usheva

Effective treatment of breast cancer relies on well-planned surgical intervention as part of a multidisciplinary approach. This session explores the key principles and approaches used in breast cancer surgery. Emphasis is placed on clinical decision-making and tailoring treatment to each patient. Understanding these concepts is essential for effective and evidence-based care. Bring your scrubs and hospital clogs!

Location: Acibadem City Clinic UMBAL Tokuda, Nikola Y. Vaptsarov Blvd. №51B 

Clinical Introduction to Diagnostic Imaging

Mentor: Assoc. Prof. Svetla Dineva 

How do we transform invisible pathology into clear clinical answers? Diagnostic imaging plays a central role in modern medicine, enabling the visualization of internal structures and guiding clinical decision-making. This workshop introduces the key principles of image acquisition and interpretation across different modalities. Bring your white coat!

Location: National Cardiology Hospital, Konyovitsa str. №65 

Cataract Surgery

Mentor: Dr. Diana Terzieva, Dr. Ivet Mancheva

Wondering what happens during cataract surgery? Come to this workshop to immerse yourself in the world of ophthalmology and learn more about this procedure. Bring your white coat!.

Location: MBC Building – Zdrave str. №2

 

 

Anesthesiology on the Edge: Emergency Protocols

Mentor: Dr. Gergana Ivanova

What happens when anesthetic care must adapt instantly to life-threatening situations? Emergency protocols in anesthesiology are essential for managing airway compromise, hemodynamic instability, and critical intraoperative events. The discussion focuses on rapid assessment, timely interventions, and structured decision-making under pressure. Mastering these principles is key to ensuring patient safety in high-risk environments. Bring your white coat!

Location: SBALAG “Maychin Dom” Zdrave str. №2, 11th floor

ATLS in Practice: Trauma Management

Mentor: Dr. Martin Malchev

Participants will explore a structured approach to trauma care where clear priorities guide every action. ATLS emphasizes rapid assessment, early intervention, and continuous reassessment in critically injured patients. Through this framework, participants will develop the ability to think systematically and act decisively in high-pressure situations.

Location: MBC Building – Zdrave str. №2

 

Basic Life Support

Mentor: Dr. Patrycja Parkita, Ivana Kobakova

Life-threatening situations can occur every day, and we must be prepared for them. In this workshop, you will learn how to give first aid treatment to someone who needs urgent help due to sudden cardiac arrest, how to perform high-quality chest compressions and rescue breaths (CPR), and use an automated external defibrillator (AED).

Location: MBC Building – Zdrave str. №2

Under Pressure: Exploring Hyperbaric Medicine

Mentor: Dr. Rumen Zlatev

Dive into the principles and clinical applications of hyperbaric medicine, where increased atmospheric pressure becomes a powerful therapeutic tool. Discover how this approach supports the treatment of conditions such as decompression sickness, carbon monoxide poisoning, and chronic wounds. What happens to the body under pressure—and how can it be used to heal? Bring your white coat!

Location: MBALNP “Sv. Naum”, Dr. Luyben Rusev str. №1 

Beyond the Blood Bag: From Donation to Transfusion

Mentor: Capt. Dr. Elisaveta Grancharova

Explore the essential principles of blood transfusion and donation, from donor selection to compatibility testing and safe administration. Understand the indications, risks, and clinical decision-making behind transfusion practices. How does one unit of blood move from donor to patient—and what ensures its safety at every step? Bring your white coat!

Location: Military Medical Academy, Sveti Georgi Sofiyski str. №3

Minimally Invasive, Maximum Impact: A Urology Operating Experience

Mentor: Assoc. Prof. Boris Mladenov

Step into the world of minimally invasive urologic surgery, where precision techniques deliver optimal outcomes with reduced patient trauma. Explore key procedures such as endoscopic interventions and laparoscopic approaches, highlighting real-time decision-making in the operating setting. How can smaller incisions lead to greater impact in patient recovery and surgical success? Bring your scrubs and hospital clogs! For med students in their 3rd year and above.

Location: UMBALSM “N. I. Pirogov”, General Eduard I. Totleben blvd., №21

The Cutting Edge: Surgery in Action

Mentor: Dr. Yuskan Ilyaz, Assoc. Prof. Anthony Philipov

Have you ever wondered what it’s like to be in the operating room? You’ll get the opportunity to be inside one to witness some interesting cases and learn why and how the surgery is performed? Bring your scrubs and hospital clogs! For med students in their 4th year and above. The workshop starts at 8:00!

Location: MBALLBB ”St. Sofiya” Sofia Center, Han Presiian St. 19, 1431

The Mechanics of Recovery: Endoprosthetic Surgery

Mentor: Dr. Plamen Gulabov

Witness how modern surgical techniques replace and restore damaged joints in real time inside the operating room. Follow the procedure from preparation to implantation, observing the coordination and precision required at every stage. Bring your scrubs and medical clogs!

Location: Military Medical Academy, Sveti Georgi Sofiyski str. №3

 

Contemporary Approaches in Radiation Oncology

Mentor: Dr. Bozhidar Seykov

Are you ready to step inside a clinical radiotherapy setting and see how treatment decisions are made in real time? You will join an immersive workshop within a functioning radiation oncology department, gaining direct insight into the workflow, patient positioning, and practical application of radiotherapy in everyday clinical practice. Bring your scrubs and hospital clogs!

Location: “Sofiamed” Medical Center – Lyulin, Jawaharlal Nehru Blvd. 23 

Reconstructive Technologies in 3D Printing

Mentor: Dr. Todor Bogdanov


How can 3D printing redefine the way we plan and execute complex reconstructive procedures in modern medicine? Participants will be introduced to the clinical workflow of 3D printing in reconstructive medicine, from imaging and digital modelling to the creation and application of patient-specific solutions. The workshop highlights how these technologies enhance planning accuracy, support pre-procedural preparation, and enable more efficient and predictable outcomes in complex clinical cases.


Location: MBC Building – Zdrave str. №2

Molecular and Genetic Techniques in Medical Diagnosis

Mentor: Ivan Turturikov

What if modern diagnostics could reveal disease at a molecular level before clinical symptoms even appear? The workshop explores the principles and clinical applications of advanced genetic and molecular methods, highlighting how these technologies enhance diagnostic accuracy and support personalized approaches in contemporary medicine. Bring your white coat!

Location: GENICA Laboratory, Ami Bue str. №84

Assessment Of A Deteriorating Child

Mentor: Dr. Iliya Stoyanov

You’ll learn how to recognize critical changes in vital signs, using assessment tools such as the Pediatric Early Warning Score (PEWS), and practice effective communication and escalation protocols. Additionally, you’ll have the opportunity to engage in case-based discussions and simulations that enhance your decision-making abilities in high-pressure situations, enabling you to make timely and appropriate interventions that improve patient outcomes. Bring your scrubs and hospital clogs! For med students in their 4th year and above.


Location: SBAL Children’s Hospital „Prof. Dr. Ivan Mitev“, Akademik Ivan Evstratiev Geshov Blvd. №11

Nutrigenetics

Mentor:  Dr. Viktoria Spasova

Are you ready to explore how your genetic makeup shapes the way your body responds to nutrition? Participants will be introduced to the core principles of Nutrigenetics and its role in modern personalized medicine, focusing on how genetic variations influence metabolism and disease risk. Through a clinically oriented approach, the workshop highlights how genetic insights can guide individualized nutritional strategies and improve patient care.

Location: MBC Building – Zdrave str. №2

AI in Modern Medicine

Mentor: Yani Lozanov

How can artificial intelligence reshape the way clinicians diagnose, treat, and make decisions in modern healthcare? You will be introduced to the core concepts of AI in medicine, with a focus on clinical applications, data interpretation, and decision support systems. The workshop provides insight into how AI tools can enhance diagnostics, improve treatment planning, and support clinical decision-making in everyday medical practice.

Location: MBC Building – Zdrave str. №2

Life on the Line: Dialysis Decoded

Mentor: Dr. Maria Hrincheva

This workshop is designed to introduce medical students to the fundamentals of renal replacement therapy. You will learn about the principles of dialysis, its indications, types, and how it’s integrated into patient care. Through interactive discussions and hands-on demonstrations, students will gain a solid foundation in managing patients with end-stage renal disease. Bring your white coat!

Location: Military Medical Academy, Sveti Georgi Sofiyski str. №3

From Theory to Technique: Urinary Catheterization

Mentor: Dr. Nayden Naydenov

How can artificial intelligence reshape the way clinicians diagnose, treat, and make decisions in modern healthcare? You will be introduced to the core concepts of AI in medicine, with a focus on clinical applications, data interpretation, and decision support systems. The workshop provides insight into how AI tools can enhance diagnostics, improve treatment planning, and support clinical decision-making in everyday medical practice.

Location: MBC Building – Zdrave str. №2

Thoracocentesis

Mentor: Dr. Zheko Naydenov

This hands-on workshop focuses on safe access to the pleural space for both diagnostic and therapeutic purposes. You will practice anatomical landmark identification, needle insertion techniques, and complication avoidance under expert supervision. Real clinical scenarios will guide the session, helping build confidence in managing pleural effusions. Bring your white coat!

Location: Medical Simulation Center – Lozenetz, Kozyak Str. №1 

Laparoscopic Surgery in Real Time

Mentor: Dr. Ignat Vasilev

Through small incisions, a new surgical perspective is revealed, where precision and control define every movement. This experience focuses on laparoscopic principles, visualization, and instrument handling, emphasizing spatial awareness and careful dissection. Bring your white coat!

Location: “Medical Simulation Center – Lozenetz, Kozyak Str. №1 

Cystoscopy

Mentor: Dr. Lachezar Yordanov

Step inside the lower urinary tract and see pathology unfold before your eyes in real time. You will explore how endoscopic vision guides diagnosis, recognize subtle abnormalities, and think like a clinician through immersive, case-based scenarios. By the end, you’ll sharpen your instincts and clinical judgment in a fast-paced, visually driven experience. Bring your white coat!

Location: Medical Simulation Center – Lozenetz, Kozyak Str. №1

Gastroscopy in Motion

Mentor: Dr. Maria Popova

What unfolds when the scope meets the upper GI tract and transforms a routine procedure into a precise clinical exploration? This workshop builds practical understanding of gastroscopy through structured, hands-on scenarios that emphasize control, visualization, and stepwise decision-making. Bring your white coat!

Location: Medical Simulation Center – Lozenetz, Kozyak Str. №1

Echocardiography

Mentor: Dr. Kristiana Radicheva

Where structure meets function, echocardiography reveals the heart in motion. This hands-on experience takes place on a simulator, allowing safe exploration of cardiac anatomy, flow, and function in real time. Bring your white coat!

Location: Medical Simulation Center – Lozenetz, Kozyak Str. №1

 

 

The Art of Trauma Care

Mentor: Dr. Elitsa Mihaylova

What does it take to stabilize a patient when every second counts? This hands-on experience focuses on structured approaches to the unstable patient, integrating primary assessment, stabilization, and teamwork. Each scenario challenges clinical thinking and prioritization, turning chaos into a clear, systematic approach to trauma care. Bring your white coat!

Location: Medical Simulation Center – Lozenetz, Kozyak Str. №1

Precision Beyond Human Hands: The Da Vinci Experience

Mentor: Dr. Desislav Slavchev, Christina Elli Tetradi

Step into the world of cutting-edge surgery with the Da Vinci Surgical System and experience precision beyond human limits. This immersive workshop lets you take control of the console, mastering movements that redefine modern surgical practice. Get ready to think, move, and operate like a surgeon of the future. Bring your white coat!

Location: Medical Simulation Center – Lozenetz, Kozyak Str. №1

Asclepius: The Virtual Patient Challenge

Mentor: Gergana Zadneprovska

Step into Asclepius, where you face dynamic virtual clinical scenarios that challenge your medical thinking beyond simple diagnosis. You will navigate patient journeys, make management decisions, and adapt your approach as new information unfolds. Can you think like a clinician when every step influences the outcome? Bring your white coat!

Location: Medical Simulation Center – Lozenetz, Kozyak Str. №1

Digital Pathology and AI-assisted Evaluation of Predictive Biomarkers in Breast Cancer

Mentor: Dr. Dimitrinka Kisova

You will explore how digital pathology and artificial intelligence are transforming the evaluation of predictive biomarkers in breast cancer. The workshop focuses on the application of digital imaging and AI-assisted tools in pathological assessment, emphasizing biomarker detection, interpretation, and their role in clinical decision-making. It highlights how these technologies improve diagnostic accuracy, enhance reproducibility, and support personalized treatment strategies in breast cancer management. Bring your white coat!

Location: MBC Building – Zdrave str. №2

When Hoofbeats Mean Zebras: A Masterclass in Rare Genetic Diseases

Mentor: Dr. Petar Megerov, Silviya Milova

While individual rare diseases may seem uncommon, collectively they affect over 300 million people worldwide across more than 7,000 identified conditions, ensuring that every physician will encounter these patients in their practice. This interactive workshop empowers medical students and young doctors to become pivotal figures in recognizing rare genetic, metabolic, and lysosomal storage disorders, where early detection is the key to life-changing treatment. By mastering clinical signs and inheritance patterns, you can not only transform a patient’s future but also provide vital genetic insights that protect entire families and future generations. The session features a live demonstration of a widely used modern diagnostic test (Dried Blood Spot testing) that allows any physician to achieve 100% genetic confirmation for their patients. Join us to bridge the gap between medical mystery and clinical certainty, and learn how to lead the way in the future of precision medicine.

Location: MBC Building – Zdrave str. №2

Front Row in the OR: Live Laparoscopic Surgery

Mentor: Dr. Elina Todorova

This workshop offers you a unique opportunity to observe a live-streamed surgical procedure with real-time commentary from the operating surgeons. As each step of the operation unfolds, the surgical team will explain their decision-making, techniques, and intraoperative strategies. This interactive format bridges the gap between theory and practice, placing surgical education directly in your hands. Bring your scrubs and hospital clogs! For med students in their 3rd year and above.

Location: Military Medical Academy, Sveti Georgi Sofiyski str. №3.,

Small Patients, Big Picture: Pediatric Thoracic Ultrasound

Mentor: Dr. Ina Todorova-Stefanova

Explore the fundamentals of pediatric thoracic ultrasound and its role in evaluating respiratory conditions in children. Learn how point-of-care imaging supports rapid assessment and clinical decision-making in a sensitive patient population. How can advanced imaging make a difference in the smallest patients? Bring your white coat!

Location: “UMBAL “”Alexandrovska”” Han Presiyan str. 

The Gift of a Second Chance: Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplantation

Mentor: Dr. Krasen Venkov

Step into the world of life-saving therapies and discover how hematopoietic stem cell transplantation can offer patients a second chance at life. What does it take to match a donor, prepare a patient, and navigate the critical post-transplant period? Guided by experts, you will explore the clinical process, indications, and real-world challenges of this transformative treatment. Bring your white coat! For med students in their 3rd year and above.

Location: National Specialized Hospital for Active Treatment of Hematological Diseases, Plovdivsko Pole str. №6

Spinal Access: Applied Neurosurgical Skills

Mentor: Dr. Georgi Krasimirov

Step into a hands-on neurosurgical experience where you will be presented with the opportunity to perform your own spinal procedures on real biological specimens, guided closely by an expert neurosurgeon. Precision meets discovery as each step reveals the delicate structures and hidden complexity of spinal neuroanatomy. Bring your white coat! For med students in their 2nd year and above.

Location: MBC Building – Zdrave str. №2

 

Biopsy of Breast Lesions Under Ultrasonographic Control

Mentor: Dr. Mariela Vasileva-Slavova

Want to learn the latest trends in breast cancer diagnosis? This engaging session focuses on the precise technique of examining breast lesions through ultrasound guidance, offering an in-depth exploration into the refined skill of performing biopsies with high accuracy. You will see the latest advancements in diagnostic procedures, and enhance your ability to detect and analyze suspicious tissue with minimal invasiveness and maximum efficiency. Bring your white coat! For med students in their 4th year and above.

Location: MC “Dr. Shterev”, Hristo Blagoev str. №25-31

Inside the Vessel: Endovascular Surgery in Action

Mentor: Prof. Ivo Petrov, Dr. Strahil Vasilev 

You will get the chance to see a live clinical environment where cutting-edge endovascular intervention is performed in real time. You will observe a highly skilled, multidisciplinary team performing a complex minimally invasive procedure, gaining close-up insight into precision techniques, decision-making, and teamwork. This workshop offers an exceptional opportunity to witness expert practice from just meters away and experience the intensity of modern interventional care firsthand. Bring your scrubs and hospital clogs! For med students in their 3rd year and above.

Location: Acibadem City Clinic, UMBAL Vitosha, Konstantin Pomyanov str. №1

 


            

            

                        
            
            
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