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![Dr Radka Velitchkova](/files/Doctor/profile/prof__20240815100413.png)
Dr Radka Velitchkova areas of expertise:
Professional statement
Dr Radka Velitchkova is a highly renowned paediatrician who is deeply committed to delivering exceptional care to children. She specialises in general paediatrics, allergy in children, asthma in children, abdominal pain, paediatric gastroenterology, urinary tract infections in children, and wheezing.
Her medical journey began at the Medical University – Prof Dr. Paraskev Styanov in Varna, Bulgaria, where she earned her degree in 1984. She later advanced her specialisation by becoming a certified paediatric specialist ten years later. Throughout her extensive career, Dr Velitchkova has practiced paediatrics across multiple countries, including 15 years in Bulgaria, four years in Libya, and 19 years in the United Kingdom.
Her experience in the UK spans numerous NHS hospitals in London, such as Kings College Hospital, St. George's Hospital, Chelsea and Westminster Hospital, Darent Valley Hospital, and Croydon University Hospital. Additionally, she has worked in the UK private sector for over six years. Dr Velitchkova’s expertise encompasses all aspects of pediatric care, from performing detailed clinical assessments to diagnosing and managing a variety of paediatric conditions.
She places a strong emphasis on comprehensive patient evaluations, which involve meticulous history-taking, thorough physical examinations, appropriate diagnostic testing, and timely interventions. Moreover, Dr Velitchkova is dedicated to advising parents on the growth and developmental milestones of infants and toddlers. Her practice spans the care of children from newborns to 16 years of age, showcasing her adaptability and skill in treating patients across different developmental stages.