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Inflammatory Bowel DiseaseI recognize that every IBD patient is unique and requires an individualized therapy plan. My goal is to educate my patients about their disease and engage them in shared treatment decisions.
I am a gastroenterologist at St. Luke’s University Health Network. I have a special interest in inflammatory bowel diseases (IBD), including Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. These are complex conditions that affect many parts of the body and often require life-long therapy and care by several specialists. I practice evidence-based medicine and rely on scientifically proven treatment approaches.
Prior to joining St. Luke’s, I was trained as a physician-scientist and studied the intestinal immune system. Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis are complex diseases and we still do not fully understand why they develop and how to best treat them. In recent years, several new medications have become available, and more are being developed, making the management of IBD increasingly more complex. One area of my research focused on understanding why some patients respond only to certain drugs and how to match patient to the “right” medication. Another research interest of mine is cancer immunotherapy which often leads to IBD-like side effects. Lastly, I have done extensive research into norovirus infections, one of the leading causes of gastroenteritis around the world. Moving forward, my goal is to remain engaged in research and use scientific discoveries to improve patient care.
Outside of work, I like to spend time with my wife and three children, travel and undertake home improvement projects that always take longer to complete than anticipated.
school Education
Medical School
- Harvard Medical School, 2007
Internship
- Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, 2007 - 2008
Residency
- Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, 2008 - 2009
Fellowship
- Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, 2009 - 2013
Board Certifications
- Gastroenterology
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Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.
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“Great experience, the doctor was very knowledgeable and made me feel good about the care I would receive from him and his office”
June 29, 2025
“Good”
June 26, 2025
“New patient to this Provider, due to health condition which needed a Specialist. Dr. Tomov was wonderful, patient, kind, & informative. He spoke to me about my condition, explained a plan & printed it for me to follow. I'm grateful to have found this Doctor.”
June 24, 2025
“This was my first visit with Dr. Tomov. He is very caring and thorough.”
June 16, 2025
“My visit and appointment was a positive experience. The staff was courteous and helpful. My provider responded to all of my questions and concerns. I left with peace of mind and a better understanding of my condition.”
June 16, 2025
“Dr Tomov is always very concerned .Couldn't ask for a better doctor”
June 15, 2025
“Dr. Tomov is absolutely terrific - he truly understands IBD and the nuances or treating it. I appreciate his honesty and candor when discussion short and long term goals.”
May 18, 2025
“Dr Tomov is Great!! And my experience at West End was great also!!”
May 10, 2025
“Excellent care. Outstanding manner. Great empathy for patient. Knowledgeable.”
May 9, 2025
“The nurses and doctor were very nice and explained everything really well.”
May 7, 2025
“I was impressed with Dr Tomov. I have been a GI patient for over 25 years. It is not easy switching providers and 1) feeling comfortable and 2) having to go through your entire GI history so the new doctor can understand everything that has gone on. Dr Tomov was patient and understanding. He asked great questions and seemed genuinely interested in understanding my entire history. He did not seem rushed and spent more time with me than I was anticipating. It is not easy for him to pick me up as a new patient and he seemed both confident and more than determined to keep me healthy. I left feeling confident in my new GI doctor which was a huge relief.”
May 6, 2025
“Was treated with dignity and respect”
May 1, 2025
“I appreciated the length of time Dr. Tomov spent with our family going over Seth's new diagnosis and treatment plans. I felt like the care was top-notch.”
April 27, 2025
“The entire treatment team was friendly, professional and they took the time to explain everything clearly. I was very impressed!!”
April 24, 2025
“Excellent all around experience from the time I got my appointment through the actual procedure.”
April 24, 2025
“Everyone was very friendly and helpful and really seemed to care about me. Lisa is an excellent nurse.”
April 21, 2025
“This wasn't an office visit, it was a colonoscopy, so I answered the questions the best I could! No receptionists but there were nurses”
April 17, 2025
“Excellent visit!”
April 17, 2025
“Very good experience. This is not my family physician but a specialist. Most of the provider questions here did not apply to this visit. The staff is very efficient and respectful. I had a great experience. Michelle and Nicole made me feel comfortable and cared for. Colonoscopies are not what anyone wants to get done but every staff member I interacted with was awesome.”
April 13, 2025
“I was worried going in. However after meeting the team of professional from receptionist to nurses and doctors.I was very sure I was in good hands.”
April 13, 2025
“Went smoothly”
March 29, 2025
“Dr. Tomov has A heart of gold, He listens to me and I listen to him. He treats me like A person not just A number and I know I'm in good hands and I trust him with my life and I thank him for that.”
March 24, 2025
“My visit was for a colonoscopy, VESSELIN T TOMOV, MD everyone was reassuring and calming thank-you for a great procedure.”
March 22, 2025
“Great Doctor and team. I feel comfortable with this specialist and St. Luke's:-)”
March 21, 2025
“Everybody was kind, respectful, and good at putting my mind at ease.”
March 12, 2025
“Great doctor.”
March 1, 2025
“My doctor for this procedure was excellent!! Hands down great beside manors !! Will recommend him to all my family and friends Thank you for the best care !! We need more doctors like this !!”
February 28, 2025
“This was a 1st visit with a new gastro doc and I was extremely happy with my experience. I just wish my follow up appt. was sooner than 6 mos. out due to doc's availability.”
February 26, 2025
“Very informative visit”
February 23, 2025
“Dr. Tomov & staff were great”
February 23, 2025
“Very friendly and competent staff. I was pleased with how well the visit went.”
February 12, 2025
“Thank all who took very good care of me so grateful God bless all”
February 7, 2025
“Very pleasant office. The receptionist & the woman who took me back to the room were very friendly. Dr Tomov reviewed the results of my procedure with me. He took a lot of time to answer my questions. I did not feel rushed & he 100% listened to what I was saying. The only negative was I had to wait months for a follow up appointment.”
February 6, 2025
“This was my initial consult with Dr. Tomov, and I am grateful for the referral from(another Provider)”
February 5, 2025
“VESSELIN T TOMOV, MD is Excellent, caring physician!”
January 28, 2025
“Easy colonoscopy procedure with VESSELIN T TOMOV, MD. Everyone was wonderful to me and my anxiety went way down. For an uncomfortable procedure, it truly went without being uncomfortable at all. Thank you”
January 12, 2025
“The provider VESSELIN T TOMOV, MD, nurses, and clerical staff was amazing. Everyone I encountered were so attentive and cared about me as a patient. You can tell everyone loves what they do and are genuinely there to give patients the best care.”
January 9, 2025
“Dr. Tomov is the best Provider I have seen. Caring, concern for his patients, a true Professional of his Practice.”
January 8, 2025
“Although I had a long wait in the exam room, the staff was considerate of me and offered me a water and asked if there was anything I needed. I like that everyone, including the doctor VESSELIN T TOMOV, MD acknowledged that I had a long wait.”
December 20, 2024
“I can say that my medical team is great. VESSELIN T TOMOV, MD explained everything very well. They listen to our questions and answers them the best they can.”
December 9, 2024
“SVESSELIN T TOMOV, MD and staff was wonderful making me feel comfortable and heard.”
November 25, 2024
“Tomov Vesselin and St. Luke's staff always gives exceptional care and respect. Have had experiences with other family members with another network and it's a night and day difference between the two.”
November 23, 2024
“Excellent care. Would not hesitate to use provide pr again as needed”
November 3, 2024
“Dr Tomov is an excellent MD”
October 28, 2024
“I am 67 years old and Dr. Vesselin Tomov is the best doctor I have ever had.”
October 28, 2024
“The entire staff from the doctor VESSELIN T TOMOV, MD to anesthesiologist, nurses, receptionist were all wonderful. Very attentive & answered all my questions & concerns. I was apprehensive about this procedure but the care I received helped me to feel calm & cared about. This is a great practice.”
October 26, 2024
“I am very pleased with the care I receive from Dr.Tomov.”
September 24, 2024
“Everything so far has been good with VESSELIN T TOMOV, MD”
September 22, 2024
“The doctor was very professional and treated me like a person not a number. He explained everything perfectly. I left the office felling much better then I did walking in.”
September 14, 2024
4.9 RATING
“This was the first visit to Dr Tomov. I previously saw another provider that left the system. I really have no reason to not rate him 10 but since the visit was not much more than a "meet and greet" I have to have more interaction to make a solid evaluation. Based upon this initial visit I was very satisfied.”
June 29, 2025