Free breast ultrasound at DKC 3 Varna: days, hours, booking
DKC 3 – Varna offers free breast ultrasound checks every Monday and Wednesday, 12:00–14:00. Book ahead at reception or on 052 510 310.
DKC 3 – Varna offers free breast ultrasound checks every Monday and Wednesday from 12:00 to 14:00, according to a Varna Municipality notice published by BTA on 15 October 2026. The examinations are done by obstetrician-gynaecologist Dr M. Taneva, and you must book in advance at reception or on 052 510 310. No end date has been announced, so check before going.
Who runs the free checks?
The checks are organised by DKC 3 – Varna (Diagnostic and Consultative Centre 3), an outpatient specialist centre, as part of a national prevention campaign during breast cancer awareness month in October. The aim, the municipality says, is prevention and the early detection of changes in the breast tissue.
When and where are they held?
| Days | Every Monday and Wednesday |
| Hours | 12:00–14:00 |
| Doctor | Dr M. Taneva, obstetrician-gynaecologist |
| Place | DKC 3, Konstantin i Fruzhin Blvd, Vladislav Varnenchik district |
| Price | Free |
DKC 3 is in the north-west of the city, in the Vladislavovo area. Its contacts page lists the centre’s general working hours as Monday to Friday, 7:00–19:00. For getting there, see the buses and tickets guide or taxis in Varna.
How do I book an appointment?
Book ahead: the slots are limited to two hours on two days a week. You can sign up in person at the DKC 3 reception desk or by phone on 052 510 310, the reception number given in the municipal notice and on the centre’s own contacts page. If you do not speak Bulgarian, ask a friend to call with you.
Is there an end date?
None was given in the announcement (as of 2026-10). Campaigns like this can end or change at short notice, so call before going to confirm the days and hours are still the same.
Does self-examination replace a check-up?
No. The campaign stresses that self-examination is useful but does not replace a professional check. During the campaign, a pink ribbon installation stood at the Sea Garden entrance near the VARNA sign, with leaflets on how to do a self-examination, BTA reported.
This page is practical information, not medical advice. If you have symptoms or worries, talk to your GP or a specialist. For urgent problems, see hospitals and emergency care in Varna; more basics are in everyday essentials.
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Frequently asked questions
Where can I get a free breast ultrasound in Varna?
At DKC 3 – Varna on Konstantin i Fruzhin Blvd in Vladislav Varnenchik. According to Varna Municipality, the checks run every Monday and Wednesday from 12:00 to 14:00.
Do I need an appointment?
Yes. You need to book in advance, either at the DKC 3 reception desk or by phone on 052 510 310.
Until when do the free checks run?
No end date was announced. Call 052 510 310 to confirm the checks are still running before you go.
Is breast self-examination enough?
No. The campaign itself stresses that self-examination does not replace a check-up by a specialist.
