Ass. Prof. Sashka Mihaylova
Microbiology, Dietetics
Medical laboratory "LINA", Medical centеr "SPORT MEDICA", University "Prof. d-r Asen Zlatarov"
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Assoc. Prof. Mihaylova is a specialist in Nutrition and Dietetics and Clinical Microbiology with 25 years of experience. Expertise in Nutrition and Dietetics In the field of dietetics, Assoc. Prof. Mihaylova provides support for a wide range of conditions. She works with patients dealing with: - Insulin resistance and diabetes mellitus - Overweight and obesity - Disrupted lipid profile - Food intolerances (gluten, lactose, histamine) - Vitamin and mineral deficiencies - Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and hormonal imbalance - Cardiovascular diseases - Gastrointestinal, liver, gallbladder, and pancreatic disorders - Kidney diseases - Osteoporosis and gout - Autoimmune diseases (rheumatoid arthritis, Hashimoto's thyroiditis) - Oncological diseases (supportive nutrition) Assoc. Prof. Mihaylova also advises on preventive nutrition, aiming to maintain optimal health and prevent chronic diseases. Her assistance is valuable for pregnant and breastfeeding women, children of all ages, active athletes, and adults over 65. Expertise in Clinical Microbiology In the area of infections and microbiology, Assoc. Prof. Mihaylova is a recognised specialist. She provides recommendations for specific microbiological tests, including the selection of appropriate samples and methods. She performs analysis of results from intestinal or genital microbiome tests (e.g., Femoflor and Androflor). Her role is crucial in infection management. She guides on the correct application of antibiotics and consults in cases of treatment failure or recurrence. Assoc. Prof. Mihaylova assists with persistent, recurring, or atypical infections of the respiratory, urogenital, digestive, and other systems. She has significant experience in the diagnosis and treatment of infections caused by Clostridioides difficile. Assoc. Prof. Mihaylova offers expert advice on microbiome modulation, including the selection and application of probiotics, prebiotics, and postbiotics. Her consultation is also important for screening and preventing infections before or during pregnancy. With 25 years of experience, Assoc. Prof. Mihaylova combines in-depth knowledge in two key areas of medicine, offering a comprehensive and holistic approach to health. Education and Professional Experience Assoc. Prof. Mihaylova earned her Master's degree in Medicine in 1997 from Medical University – Pleven. In 2007, she specialised in Microbiology and obtained a Doctor of Medicine (PhD) degree from the same university. In 2023, she successfully passed her speciality exam in Nutrition and Dietetics. Assoc. Prof. Mihaylova has completed individual training to master high-tech diagnostic methods in Belgium, Sweden, and Scotland. She has also completed specialised courses in Austria, England, Germany, Spain, and Italy. She is the author of dozens of scientific publications and regularly participates in scientific forums both domestically and abroad. Her works have been cited numerous times. She is a member of the European Society of Clinical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases (ESCMID), the Bulgarian Association of Microbiologists, the Bulgarian Society of Nutrition and Dietetics, and the Bulgarian Medical Association. During the period 2007-2014, she served consecutively as Assistant, Senior Assistant, and Chief Assistant at Medical University – Pleven and University Hospital "Dr. Georgi Stranski" – Pleven. Since 2014, she has been a part-time lecturer, and since 2016, an Associate Professor at "Prof. Dr. Asen Zlatarov" University – Burgas. Since 2014, she has been working at Medical Laboratory "LINA" – Burgas. Since 2025, she is also part of the team at Medical Centre "SPORT MEDICA" – Burgas. She is proficient in English and Russian.