Burgas has a public and private healthcare system. The public healthcare system is called the National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF) and is used by both Bulgarians and foreigners. People generally recommend using public hospitals in Burgas for serious medical emergencies and major surgery. Public hospitals in Burgas are generally well-equipped and staffed with experienced medical professionals. Foreigners, including expats and digital nomads, are allowed to use the public healthcare system in Bulgaria. However, many expats choose to use private hospitals for serious medical emergencies and major surgery due to the shorter wait times and more personalized care. Private hospitals in Burgas are typically well-equipped and staffed with experienced medical professionals.
Hospitals and Clinics for Expats in Burgas
The most popular hospitals and clinics for expats in Burgas are:
- University Hospital “St. Marina” – public hospital located in the city center
- Clinic “Dr. Petar Beron” – private hospital located in the city center
- Clinic “Dr. Ivan Seliminski” – private hospital located in the city center
- Clinic “Dr. Ivan Petrov” – private hospital located in the city center
- Clinic “Dr. Georgi Popov” – private hospital located in the city center
- Clinic “Dr. Ivan Ivanov” – private hospital located in the city center
If there are no hospitals in Burgas, expats in Burgas typically go to hospitals in nearby cities such as Varna (approximately 2 hours by car) or Sofia (approximately 4 hours by car).
Emergency Services in Burgas
Burgas has an ambulance service that can be called by dialing 112. Ambulances typically arrive quickly, but there can be delays depending on the situation.
Health Insurance Companies in Burgas
The most popular private health insurers in Burgas are Euroins, Allianz Bulgaria, and Bulstrad. Expats and digital nomads typically use these companies, although some may choose to use specialized expat health insurance providers.
