Dear students, young colleagues and friends,

Dear international guests,

It is a great pleasure and honour for me to welcome you at Medical University – Pleven as participants and invited speakers of the XXII International Medical Scientific Conference for Students and Young Doctors under the motto: The Art of Medicine – The Sparkle of Life. This scientific youth forum has been an emblem of Medical University – Pleven for 22 years as the most successful international student event in Bulgaria attracting participants from all over the world! I am extremely proud to be part of the history of the conference – 22 years ago as a medical student at our University; I was one of the first organizers of this significant international forum. Therefore, I am perfectly aware of the great energy and hard work the students and their professors put into the organisation of such kind of event entirely dedicated to their international colleagues and guests.

Dear guests and colleagues,

Nowadays we are aware that technology is advancing so rapidly that today we have tools that can alter DNA, simulate human conversation, and analyze the universe in ways that were science fiction a generation ago. In contrast to this technological breakthrough, our moral, emotional, and spiritual development - for example, how we deal with meaning, purpose, compassion, and wisdom - evolves much more slowly. Proving this growing gap between power and wisdom, I want to share a quote from Carl Jung: "We have the means to destroy the world, but not the wisdom to refrain from doing so."

That is why, we would like to draw the attention of medical students and young doctors to this year’s motto of the forum - The Art of Medicine – The Sparkle of Life. It refers to the humanistic, intuitive, and empathetic side of practicing medicine, complementing the scientific and technical aspect. We should have in mind that while science provides the knowledge and tools to diagnose and treat disease, the art of medicine involves how those tools are applied with compassion, communication, and clinical judgment. This year the purpose of the youth forum is to teach and remind us the key elements of the Art of Medicine: empathy and compassion, communication, clinical judgement, patient-centered care and intuition.

We are looking forward to welcoming you at Medical University – Pleven for participation in the XXII International Medical Scientific Conference for Students and Young Doctors! We can master together the Art of Medicine!

Prof. Dr. Dobromir DIMITROV, MD, PhD

RECTOR

MEDICAL UNIVERSITY – PLEVEN

Once again, it is our great pleasure to extend a warm invitation to you for the upcoming XXII International Medical Scientific Conference for Students and Young Doctors (MDSC) under the theme “The art of medicine: The sparkle of life.”

The twenty-second edition of this inspiring event will be held from October 13th to October 18th, 2024, at the University Telecommunication Endoscopic Center (TELEC) of Medical university -Pleven. It has been 22 years since the first steps were taken to bring together young minds eager to explore the limitless world of science. These years we have witnessed the power of collaboration, the sharing of knowledge, and the creation of lasting professional relationships. Every year, the conference continues to grow, evolve, and serve as a springboard for the next generation of medical professionals.

As in years past, we are focused on bringing you the best and most impactful lectures and workshops designed to expand your expertise in the fundamental areas of medicine and health sciences. We are especially excited to highlight the Tenth Autumn School on Innovations in Medicine, a key feature of the conference, which this year will concentrate on these central themes: Cardiosurgery, Neurology, Oncology, Reproductive medicine. Additionally, we will explore other practices of medicine in extreme environmental conditions.

Beyond the academic sessions, the conference will offer numerous opportunities to connect with peers and experts from around the world. Our social program, which includes a Welcome Party and an Official Dinner, will provide a perfect opportunity for networking, relaxation, and creating lasting memories.

With great anticipation, we look forward to welcoming you to Pleven for the XXII International Medical Scientific Conference for Students and Young Doctors. Stay tuned for more details, and prepare for an inspiring experience that will fuel your passion for medical science.

Warmest regards,

Teodora Bozhinova

President of MDSC 2025

Medical university- Pleven

Pleven, Bulgaria

Dear teachers,

Dear colleagues and friends,

Once again, it is our pleasure to welcome you to the XXII nternational Medical Scientific Conference for Students and Young Doctors (MDSC) with this year’s motto “The Art of Medicine-The Sparkle of Life”.

The twenty-second edition of this inspiring forum of young scientist will take place on 13^th October – 18^th October 2025 at the University Telecommunication Endoscopic Center (TELEC) of MU-Pleven.

It has been more than 50 years since Medical University – Pleven started giving us knowledge and wisdom! It is a fortress of future light in education and research and a path to good realization and modern training that brightens our professional dreams! And that is why we continue working with the same motivation, passion and curiosity which guided the very first Organizing Committee in the year of beginning 2002!

Following our tradition, we will tirelessly focus on bringing you again to the best lectures and workshops that we strongly believe will broaden your competence in the basic fields of medicine and health sciences.

We also put our efforts on organizing the Tenth Autumn School on Innovations in Medicine which has become a hallmark of MU-Pleven during the first conference days. This year, we will focus your attention on three main pillars: Cardiology, Cardiac Surgery and Oncology. Furthermore, we will cover a number of other innovative topics throughout the entire duration of the conference.

Like in any other remarkable event, your experience would not be completed without meeting new amazing people at our social programme, including a Welcome party and a trip to one of the many beautiful locations in Bulgaria. Therefore, stay tuned for more information.

We are filled with enthusiasm and are looking forward to meeting you all here in Pleven at the XXII International Medical Scientific Conference for Students and Young Doctors.

“The most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or touched, they are felt with the heart.” – Antoine de Saint-Exupéry, The Little Prince

Warmest regards,

OC

Medical University – Pleven

Pleven, Bulgaria