Vladimir Daskalov Becomes Head of the National Health Insurance Fund
Following a vote in the plenary session of the National Assembly, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Vladimir Daskalov was appointed as the new head of the institution.
As a result of the vote held in the plenary session of the National Assembly, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Vladimir Daskalov was elected as the new head of the National Health Insurance Fund.
Voting Process and Results
In the vote held at the plenary session of the National Assembly, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Vladimir Daskalov received the support of the Progressive Bulgaria formation, which nominated him. In the vote, the other candidate, Stanimir Mihaylov, gathered a limited number of votes, while DPS did not participate in the voting.
Management Experience and Statements of Support
Georgi Iliev, Deputy Chairman of the Health Committee, stated that Daskalov has an impeccable reputation and proven management experience. It was emphasized that the new manager's familiarity with the needs of the health system is important in terms of the transparent management of resources.
Education and Professional Background
Assoc. Prof. Dr. Vladimir Vasev Daskalov graduated from the Higher Medical Institute in Plovdiv in 1988 and subsequently received specialization training in France and Austria. Previously, he served as Chairman of the Board of Directors at the Acad. Ivan Penchev Specialized Hospital for Active Treatment in Endocrinology.