University Clinic for Cardiac Surgery to be established

The Government has passed a decision over the establishment of public health institution University Clinic for Cardiac Surgery, said Health Minister Nikola Todorov at Friday's press conference.

The Clinic will be located in the reconstructed premises of the University Clinic for Cardiology.

"Denar 43 million (EUR 700,000) have been allocated for this purpose. We expect the facilities to be ready within three months", said Minister Todorov.

A tender for procurement of the required cardiac surgery medical equipment has also been announced.

"The estimated value of the equipment is Denar 106 million (EUR 1,72 million). A team of cardiac surgeons, anaesthesiologists and accompanying staff will carry out diagnostics, surgeries, pre- and post-operative care", added Minister Todorov.