Fernando Castanera de Molina
- Specialization: Ophtalmologist
- 29 years of experience
- accreditation:
- Workplace: Spain, Barcelona, Centro Médico Teknon
Pioneer in laser treatment for ophthalmic disorders – Dr. Molina was the first in Spain to correct myopia with an excimer laser.
- Director of the Eye Clinic at Centro Médico Teknon since 1999
- Specializes in glaucoma and cataracts treatment with surgical techniques
- Member of multiple prestigious ophthalmology societies including ESCRS and ASCRS
- Over 100 lectures and trainings on cataract and refractive surgeries
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Doctor's services
- Blepharoplasty (Eyelid correction)
- Cataract surgery with IOL replacement
- Strabismus surgery
- Photorefractive keratectomy
- Strabismus treatment
- Corneal transplant
- Laser eye surgery
- Consultation with an ophthalmologist
- Cataract diagnostic before OP
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Certifications & accreditations
Qualifications
Dr. Fernando Castanera de Molina is a pioneer in Spanish laser ophthalmology. He was the first surgeon in the country to correct myopia using an excimer laser. Additionally, he introduced collamer lens implants to Spain for treating refractive errors.
Specialization and Surgical Focus
Dr. Castanera de Molina is the Director of the Eye Clinic at Centro Médico Teknon. He specializes in implant–refractive surgery and eye diseases. The doctor treats glaucoma and cataracts using surgical micro valves. He also treats conditions including keratoconus, strabismus, and refractive errors.
His surgical repertoire includes:
- Cataract surgery with IOL replacement
- Laser eye surgery for vision correction
- Corneal transplants
- Strabismus surgery and treatment
- Photorefractive keratectomy — a laser procedure that reshapes the cornea to correct vision
- Blepharoplasty (eyelid correction)
Academic and Professional Achievements
The doctor has delivered over 100 lectures on surgical innovations. These sessions focus on modern techniques for cataract and refractive procedures. Dr. Castanera de Molina founded the Eye Clinic at Centro Médico Teknon in 1999. He continues to lead the department as its Director today.
Education and Training
- 1980 – University of Barcelona – Degree in General Medicine
- 1997 – University of Barcelona – Specialty in Ophthalmology
Professional Memberships
- Spanish Society of Ophthalmology
- Spanish Society of Paediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus
- Catalan Society of Ophthalmology
- Spanish Society of Implant–Refractive Ocular Surgery
- European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
- American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons
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