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Eduardo Loeb Melus

  • 4.7 Excellent 429 reviews
  • 31 years of experience
  • Spain, Barcelona, Centro Médico Teknon
  • Work and teaching experience:

    April 2020 – present: Head of Pulmonology Service, Teknon Medical Center. Barcelona, Spain

    October 2019 – present Doctoral student at the Autonomous University of Barcelona (Doctorate in Medicine)

    December 2018 – present: Junior Physician, Pulmonology Department, El Pilar Hospital. Barcelona. Spain

    October 2018-2019. Therapist. Emergency Service of the Teknon Medical Center. Barcelona. Spain.

    March 2018 – December 2020: Data Manager of the EARCO Registry (European Collaboration on Clinical Trials Alpha-1). Coordinator of the MIDIMAR study (Characterization of the daily walking minutes variable as a useful indicator of physical activity in patients with COPD). Vall d'Hebron Research Institute (VHIR). Pulmonology Service. Vall d'Hebron University Hospital, Barcelona. Spain

    January 2018 – present: Member of the research group of the Catalan Centre of Excellence in Pulmonology Service. Vall d'Hebron University Hospital, Barcelona. Spain.

    November 2017 – February 2019: EPI-SCAN and CatCoVeR Clinical Trial Coordinator, Vall d'Hebron Research Institute (VHIR). Pulmonology Service. Vall d'Hebron University Hospital. Barcelona. Spain

    2006-2017 Pulmonologist. Head of the Pulmonology Service of the Valentina Canabal Clinical Center. Barquisimeto-Venezuela. Coordinator-Head of the Sleep and Lung Function Laboratory.

    2006-2014 Chief Physician of the Pulmonology Service of the Central University Antonio Maria Pineda. Barquisimeto-Venezuela

    2006-2013 Lecturer in the Department of Pulmonology for internal medicine residents. Faculty of Medicine. Antonio Maria Pineda Central University Hospital. Barquisimeto. Venezuela.

    2006-2008 Lecturer-Professor (position by competition). Section of Physiology. Division of Functional Sciences. Faculty of Medicine. Central Western University Lisandro Alvarado. Barquisimeto-Venezuela

    2004-2005 Teaching Fellow in the subject: Pulmonary Functional Study for the Bachelor of Cardiopulmonary Technology. Central University of Venezuela. University Hospital of Caracas. Caracas-Venezuela.

    2004-2005 Chief Resident Physician of the Pulmonology and Thoracic Surgery Service of the Central University of Venezuela. University Hospital of Caracas.

    2003-2006 Resident physician in Clinical Pulmonology at the Central University of Venezuela, University Hospital of Caracas.

    2002-2003 Chief Resident in Internal Medicine. Central Western University Lisandro Alvarado. Central University Hospital Antonio Maria Pineda

    2000-2003 Resident physician of the postgraduate course in internal medicine. Internal Medicine Service Central University Hospital Antonio Maria Pineda

    1999-2002 Faculty member and active researcher in the Physiology Section. Department of Functional Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, Universidad Centro Cidade Lisandro Alvarado

    1999-2000 Rural Doctor at Padre Oliveros Hospital. Municipality of Nirgua. State of Yaracuy, Venezuela

    1994-1998 Trainer-teacher (competitive position) Physiology Section. Department of Functional Sciences. Dean of the Faculty of Medicine. Central West University Lisandro Alvarado

    1993-1997 Research Intern at the Laboratory of Exercise Physiology Levels I, II and III of the Council for Scientific, Humanitarian and Technological Development (CDCHT) of the Central-West University “Lisandro Alvarado”.

    Experience in the pharmaceutical industry:

    Medical consultant for Pfizer Venezuela (Champix).

    Medical consultant for Boehringer Ingelheim Venezuela (SPIRIVA)

    Director of the center (principal investigator) of clinical trials of phase IIIB of Novartis and AstraZeneca.

    Qualification

    2006 Pulmonology Specialist. Central University of Venezuela. University Hospital of Caracas. Venezuela

    2003 Specialist in Internal Medicine. Central-Western University "Lisandro Alvarado" Central University Hospital Antonio Maria Pineda. Barquisimeto, Venezuela. Graduated with honors

    1998. Graduated from the Faculty of Medicine and Surgery of the Central Technological University Lisandro Alvarado, Barquisimeto-Venezuela. Graduated with honors.

    Publications

    1.- Analysis of blood biomarkers in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and asthma-COPD co-occurrence (ACO). Gava G, Nunez A, Esquinas S, Sarasate M, Loeb E, Pirina P, Miravitles M, Barrecheguren M. COPD. 2020 Jun;17(3):306-310.

    2.- Practical guide for the identification and diagnosis of asthma-COPD overlap (ACO). Nunez A, Sarasate M, Loeb E, Esquinas S, Miravitles M, Barrecheguren M. COPD. 2019 Feb;16(1):1-7.

    3.- Nunez A, Sarasate M, Loeb E, Esquinas S, Miravitles M, Barrecheguren M. Practical guidelines for the identification and diagnosis of asthma-COPD overlap (ACO). COPD. 2019 Feb 21:1-7.

    4.- Sexual and skeletal muscle characteristics in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Sonia J. Torres, Maria Montes de Oca, Eduardo Loeb, Abdon Mata, Noelina Hernadez. Respiratory Medicine (2011) 105, 88-94.

    5.- Lactate dehydrogenase isoenzymes in skeletal muscle of patients with COPD Sonia H. Torres, Maria Montes de Oca, Eduardo Loeb, Priva Zabner-Oziel, Valentina Wallis, Noelina Hernandez Arca Bronconeumol. 2009;45:75-80.

    6.- Peripheral Muscle Changes in Non-COPD Smokers. Maria Montes de Oca, Eduardo Loeb, Sonia J. Torres, PhD, Juan De Sanctis, Noelina Hernandez, and Carlos Talamo, MD. CHEST, January 2008, vol. 133 no. 1 13–18

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José Gonzálbez Morgaez

  • 4.7 Excellent 429 reviews
  • 28 years of experience
  • Spain, Barcelona, Centro Médico Teknon
  • Experience

    • Resident physician at the Princess of Spain Hospital, Bellvitge (until December 1996).
    • Scholarship from the Ciutat Sanitària i Universitària de Bellvitge (1997), focused on the treatment of type I diabetes.
    • Physician in the Department of Internal Medicine at the Bellvitge Hospital (until March 1999).
    • Endocrinologist at the Dr. Josep Trueta Hospital in Girona (until September 2000).
    • Member of the medical staff of the Teknon Centre since 2002.

    Education

    • Degree in Medicine and Surgery from the University of Valencia (1992).
    • Specialist in endocrinology and nutrition (since 1997).

    Scientific activity

    • Dissertation : "Study of the pituitary-adrenal axis in pituitary diseases."

    Teaching

    • Lecturer in Endocrinology and Metabolism at the International University of Catalonia.
    • Participation in conferences and publications on diabetes and the pituitary-adrenal axis in national and international journals.
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Álvaro Giner

  • 4.7 Excellent 429 reviews
  • 15 years of experience
  • Spain, Barcelona, Centro Médico Teknon
  • Additional education

    • Functional Occlusion II – Kois Center, Seattle, USA (October 2018)
    • Restorative/Periodontal Interface and Biomechanics – Kois Center, Seattle, USA (June 2018)
    • Functional Occlusion I and Advanced Treatment Planning – Kois Center, Seattle, USA (December 2017)
    • Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry – Orlando, USA (2015)
    • Mastering Anterior Composites with Dr. Newton Fahl – Fahl Center, Curitiba, Brazil (2014)
    • Certificate in Minimally Invasive Dentistry – Dr. Patricia Gaton, University of Valencia (2014)
    • Certificate in Implantology – Dr. Matias Volmaro, Buenos Aires, Argentina (2013)
    • Diploma in Advanced Periodontology – Complutense, Madrid (2012)

    Teaching activities

    • Associate Professor in the Master's program in TMJ Dysfunction – International University of Catalonia (2018-2019)
    • Lecturer in Minimally Invasive Rehabilitation – University of Valencia (2018-2019)

    Professional experience

    • Orthopedic Dentist – Clinica Duran y Burgos, Sitges (2016-present)
    • Prosthetics and Esthetics – Clínica Prodental, Barcelona (2017-present)
    • Prosthetics and Esthetics – Estudi Dental Sarriá, Barcelona (2016-present)
    • General Dentist – AJ Moore's, Nottingham, UK (2010-2014)

    Internships

    • Maxillofacial Surgery – Hospital Clínic de Valencia (6 months, 2010)
    • Adhesive Aesthetic Dentistry – University of Valencia (3 months, 2010)
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Javier González Lagunas

  • 4.7 Excellent 429 reviews
  • 40 years of experience
  • Spain, Barcelona, Centro Médico Teknon
  • Since 2007 I have been the Head of the Department of Maxillofacial Surgery and Implantology at the Quirons Hospital in Barcelona.

    Our service is aimed at combining the highest quality of medical treatment that we offer with excellent service to our patients. The coexistence of two specialties (oral and maxillofacial surgery and dentistry), covering the entire

    Having a clinical spectrum in one space allows us to offer our patients unique care.

    My academic training includes: Doctor of Medicine (UB), specialist in Maxillofacial Surgery (Vall d'Hebron Hospital), specialist in Dentistry (UB) and DSIS diploma from ESADE.

    Since the beginning of my professional activity I have been actively involved in the scientific life of the specialty:

    ∙ President of the Spanish Society of Maxillofacial Surgery for the period 2013-2015.

    ∙ President of the International Conference on Maxillofacial Surgery, held in Barcelona in October 2013.

    ∙ President of the Catalan-Balearic Society of Maxillofacial and Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery 2003-2007.

    ∙ IAOMS Executive Committee Member-at-Large, 2013–2017

    ∙ Member of the Board of Directors of the International Academy of Piezosurgery

    ∙ Member of the National Commission of Maxillofacial Surgery

    I am a co-author of the books "Basic Handbook of Implantology" and "Advanced Implant Surgery". I have also written numerous book chapters and scientific journal articles.

    I have also taught numerous courses and conferences at national and international events.

    Until 2007, I dedicated my career to community medicine at the Vall d'Hebron Hospital, where I was responsible for the training of resident physicians who had completed their training there. I also worked as a teacher for undergraduate students.

    Doctor of Medicine from the Autonomous University of Barcelona and Doctor of Dentistry from the University of Barcelona.

    ∙ Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery, Autonomous University of Barcelona, 1985.

    ∙ Title of Specialist in Maxillofacial Surgery. Hospital Vall d'Hebron, Barcelona 1993.

    ∙ Title of Specialist in Dentistry. University of Barcelona, 1987.

    ∙ Doctor of Medicine and Surgery, University of Barcelona, 1994.

    ∙ Member of the European Board of Maxillofacial Surgery, UEMS, Zurich, 1996.

    ∙ Diploma in Integrated Management of Health Systems. Esade 2005.

    ∙ Spanish Society of Maxillofacial Surgery (SECOM). President 2011-2013,

    Vice President 2009-2011, Board of Directors since 2003.

    ∙ Societat Catalanobalear de Surgeon y Maxillofacial e Oral (SCMS). President 2003-2007.

    ∙ International Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (IAOMS). Member.

    ∙ International Conference on Maxillofacial Surgery (ICOMS).

    Member at Large 2014-2016, Member of the Council of Spain 2006-2011, Chairman of ICOMS 2013.

    ∙ European Association for Cranio-Maxillofacial Surgery (EACMFS). Member.

    ∙ Author of the books: “Advanced Implant Surgery” and “Basic Guide to Implantology”.

    ∙ Author of chapters in 13 books on the subject.

    ∙ Author of 50 articles published in specialized journals and 58 in abstract collections.

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Francisco Castro Domínguez

  • 4.7 Excellent 429 reviews
  • 16 years of experience
  • Spain, Barcelona, Centro Médico Teknon
  • · Leading specialist in the field of rheumatology

    · Clinical experience: more than 10 years.

    · Specialization: arthrosis of the knee and other joints, arthritis, osteoporosis, gout, spondylitis, lupus.

    · Member of international scientific communities, author of more than 50 reports and articles in scientific journals.

    Dr. Francisco Castro Dominguez holds a degree in Medicine and Surgery from the University of Santiago de Compostela.

    As part of his studies, he completed an internship at the Humboldt University in Berlin, visiting the Charité Hospital. Years later, he became a specialist in rheumatology after completing a residency period at the Hospital del Mar i l'Esperanza in Barcelona, and completed advanced training in knee osteoarthritis and sports medicine at the Royal North Shore Hospital, University of Sydney, Australia.

    He completed his studies with a Master's degree in Medical Management at the University of Barcelona and worked as a postdoctoral fellow in the Inflammation and Cartilage Research Unit at the Institut Hospital del Mar d'Investigacions Mèdiques.

    Scientific work:

    Currently, the doctor holds the position of Coordinator of the Osteoarthritis Working Group of the Spanish Society of Rheumatology (ARTROSER), collaborating as a researcher in several multidisciplinary projects aimed at studying the phenotyping of knee osteoarthritis, and as an advisor in institutional projects related to the formation of treatment protocols and care for patients with knee and hip osteoarthritis.

    Member of scientific communities:

    Sociedad Española de Reumatología.

    · Sociedad Catalana de Reumatología.

    · Sociedad Catalana de Medicina Deportiva.

    · Sociedad Española de Directivos de la Salud.

    · EMEUNET European League Against Rheumatism.

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Carme Balana Quintero

  • 4.7 Excellent 429 reviews
  • 24 years of experience
  • Spain, Barcelona, Centro Médico Teknon
  • Dr. Balaña received her medical degree from the Central University of Barcelona and completed her residency in medical oncology at one of the best public hospitals in Spain, Vall d'Hebrón Hospital.

    She was a leading specialist in the treatment of brain tumors at the Institute of Oncology of Catalonia, a founding member and current president of the Spanish Neuro oncology Research Group (GEINO), and a member of the scientific committee of the European Association for Neuro-Oncology.

    He is the recipient of prestigious research grants in the field of brain tumors.

    Dr. Balaña is also a member of the European Society of Medical Oncology and the author of modern European protocols for the treatment of brain tumors, as well as the protocols of the Spanish Society of Medical Oncology (SEOM).

    Dr. Balaña has published over 400 articles, books and scientific papers at national and international conferences.

    He is the author of articles in prestigious scientific publications such as:

    Lancet Oncology;

    Nature Reviews in Clinical Oncology;

    Clinical Cancer Research and others.

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Domenico Sabia

  • 4.7 Excellent 429 reviews
  • 23 years of experience
  • accreditations:
  • Spain, Barcelona, Centro Médico Teknon
  • Dr. Domenico Sabia is an experienced surgeon. He specializes in peritoneal oncology, melanoma and sarcoma surgery, laparoscopic and robotic surgery, and hepato-biliary and pancreatic surgery. He practices at Centro Médico Teknon and Consorci Sanitari Integral in Spain. Dr. Sabia has over 15 years of experience in treating advanced abdominal and pelvic cancers.

    Dr. Sabia often speaks at national and international congresses. He has written and co-written many scientific publications. He also works as an investigator in major clinical trials in oncological surgery. He is accredited by organizations such as the Asociación Española de Cirujanos and The Peritoneal Surface Oncology Group International. Dr. Sabia is also a member of several respected surgical societies.

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Raul Felipe Abella

  • 4.7 Excellent 429 reviews
  • 34 years of experience
  • Spain, Barcelona, Centro Médico Teknon
  • Dr. Raul Abella is a world-renowned Spanish cardiovascular surgeon specializing in congenital heart disorders. He and his team have an impressive postoperative survival rate of 98.2%, and he has performed over 5,000 cardiac operations. He has also taken part in 56 humanitarian missions, and is the author of 200+ articles and has presented at 100+ international conferences.
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César García Madrid

  • 4.7 Excellent 429 reviews
  • 32 years of experience
  • accreditations:
  • Spain, Barcelona, Centro Médico Teknon
  • Dr. César García Madrid is a specialist in angiology, vascular and endovascular surgery and has over 25 years of experience. He is a pioneer in non-surgical treatments for varicose veins and has published over 200 papers devoted to endovascular surgery. He is a member of multiple professional societies and has been awarded multiple prizes.

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Marina Manchón

  • 4.7 Excellent 429 reviews
  • 35 years of experience
  • Spain, Barcelona, Centro Médico Teknon
  • She has participated in many national and international courses and conferences including;

    Courses "Laser and pulsed light in aesthetic medicine" (2000, 2007), International course on achievements in plastic and aesthetic surgery (2000, 2007), SEME Congress from 2000 to 2008,

    Practical Seminar "Alpha Hydroxy Acids and Chemical Peels" Dr. Gabriel Serrano (1997)

    Course "Filler Substances: Evolution" (2001),

    World Conference on Ageing (Paris 2003),

    Course “The Art of Total Facial Contour Plastic Surgery with RADIESSE” (2004),

    "Methods of Botulinum Toxin Type A Administration in the Treatment of Expression Wrinkles" Planas Clinic (2004), qualification "Zone Diet" (2005),

    Course "Face mesoplasty"

    Course in the specialty "Skills in facial aesthetic medicine" (2005), World Conference on Anti-Aging (Monte Carlo, 2007), TEKNON Master in Medical-Surgical Laser Photon Medicine.

    She participated as a speaker in the congresses of the Spanish Society of Aesthetic Medicine on the use of aesthetic implants.

    He serves as the medical director of the cosmetic brand Skins Ceuticals. He is involved in several clinical studies on the use of aesthetic implants.

    My priority interest is to take care of my patients, understand their needs, improve their aesthetics, achieving a rejuvenated, harmonious appearance.

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Carlos Pollan

  • 4.7 Excellent 429 reviews
  • 37 years of experience
  • 435+ treatments performed
  • Spain, Barcelona, Centro Médico Teknon
  • Dr. Carlos Manuel Pollán Guisasola is a consultant ENT surgeon at Centro Médico Teknon and Hospital Germans Trias i Pujol in Barcelona. He specializes in endoscopic skull base surgery, head and neck oncology, and robotic surgery using the Da Vinci system. He earned his medical degree from the University of Santiago de Compostela. He completed his residency in Otorhinolaryngology through the MIR program at Vall d’Hebron University Hospital.

    Dr. Pollán received advanced clinical training at the University of Pittsburgh and the University Hospital of Pisa. He leads the robotic head and neck surgery program at his hospitals. He is a faculty member at the ENT Teaching Unit of Germans Trias i Pujol. Dr. Pollán has published many peer-reviewed articles and frequently lectures at national and international conferences.

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Robert Soler Rich

  • 4.7 Excellent 429 reviews
  • 32 years of experience
  • Spain, Barcelona, Centro Médico Teknon
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Fernando Castanera de Molina

  • 4.7 Excellent 429 reviews
  • 28 years of experience
  • accreditation:
  • Spain, Barcelona, Centro Médico Teknon
  • Dr. Fernando Castanera de Molina is a specialist in ophthalmology and the Director and Founder of the Eye Clinic at Centro Médico Teknon. He is a pioneer in laser treatment for ophthalmic disorders in Spain and is an expert of glaucoma and cataracts treatment with surgical techniques and micro valves. He has provided over 100 lectures and training devoted to new techniques in cataract and refractive surgeries and is a member of several organizations such as the Spanish Society of Ophthalmology, the Spanish Society of Paediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus, the Catalan Society of Ophthalmology, and the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons.

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Gabriel Csanalonsi

  • 4.7 Excellent 429 reviews
  • 35 years of experience
  • Spain, Barcelona, Centro Médico Teknon
  • Specialization in otological surgery and otoneurology:

    - ENT pathology in adults

    - Treatment of hearing pathology

    - Reconstruction of the eardrum

    - Sensorineural hearing loss

    The doctor graduated from the Faculty of Medicine and Surgery at the Central University of Venezuela. In addition, the doctor received a degree in biology from Villanova University (USA).

    Otolaryngology specialist (Vargas Hospital Caracas).

    Specialist in otological surgery and otoneurology. García Ibáñez Otology, Institute of the Center of Otorhinolaryngology.

    Currently, he combines his practice at the Teknon Medical Center with working as an otolaryngologist at the CEM in Vilassar de Mar.

    Professional experience:

    2016: Otolaryngologist, Centro Medico Game, Sant Boi de Llobregat.

    2016: Otorhinolaryngologist, CORL Gran Via, Barcelona.

    2010: Otolaryngologist, Teknon Medical Center, Barcelona.

    1996: Otolaryngologist, Teknon Medical Center, Emergency Department.

    1996-2016: Otolaryngologist, Delfos Hospital, Accident and Emergency Department, Barcelona.

    1996–2015: Otorhinolaryngologist, Clínica del Remei, Emergency Department, Barcelona.

    1997: Otorhinolaryngologist, CEM Vilassar de Mar.

    1993-1995: otolaryngologist, Barcelona Polyclinic.

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Salvador Pedrero Elsuso

  • 4.7 Excellent 429 reviews
  • 25 years of experience
  • Spain, Barcelona, Centro Médico Teknon
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López Gil Francisco José

  • 4.7 Excellent 429 reviews
  • 29 years of experience
  • Spain, Barcelona, Centro Médico Teknon
  • In 1981 he graduated from the Faculty of Medicine and Surgery of the University of Barcelona.

    Specialist in medical-surgical dermatology and venereology MIR at the Hospital del Sagrado Corazon in Barcelona in 1987.

    After completing his specialty, he worked as a doctor at the Hospital del Sagrado Corazón in Barcelona until 1993, where he gained experience in dermatological surgery and laser therapy.

    In 1994, he founded the Dermatology Department of the Teknon Medical Center, where he is currently a prominent collaborator and Medical Director. Over the years, he has created and consolidated a team of professionals with a wide range of specialties in clinical dermatology, aesthetics, oncology and laser therapy. In addition to coordinating training groups for dermatology doctors.

    In 2014, he founded the DermAndTek clinic in Andorra with the aim of providing comprehensive services in clinical and aesthetic dermatology using the latest technologies in laser therapy, prevention and treatment of skin cancer.

    The Dr. López Gil Dermatology Clinic is a team of dermatologists from the Quiróns Teknon Hospital in Barcelona, specialising in various areas of clinical dermatology, aesthetic dermatology, laser treatments, hair treatments and the latest medical technologies.

    Their specializations:

    - Clinical dermatology

    - Aesthetic dermatology

    - Oncological dermatology

    - Hair loss

    - Laser therapy

    - Excessive sweating and hyperhidrosis

    - Venereal diseases

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Pablo Clavel

  • 4.4 Good 6 reviews
  • Spain, Barcelona, Hospital Quiron Barcelona
  • Dr. Pablo Clavel is a highly experienced and respected neurosurgeon from Spain with 22 years of experience and a patient-centric approach. He holds medical degrees from American colleges including Emory University, the University of Oklahoma, and the University of California in San Diego. He is head of Neurosurgery and Spinal Surgery at the Clavel Institute, Quirónsalud Barcelona Hospital and is fluent in six languages. He is well-published in international journals and is skilled in treating conditions such as Ependymomas, Tourette's Syndrome, Pinched Nerve, Mixed Gliomas, and more, as well as performing popular procedures such as Brain Tumour Treatment, Laminectomy, Deep Brain Stimulation, Kyphoplasty, and Craniotomy.
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Josep Tabernero

  • 4.4 Good 6 reviews
  • 32 years of experience
  • accreditations:
  • Spain, Barcelona, Hospital Quiron Barcelona
  • Oncologist, specialist in gastrointestinal cancer treatment

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Mireia Ruiz Castilla

  • 4.4 Good 6 reviews
  • 15 years of experience
  • Spain, Barcelona, Hospital Quiron Barcelona
  • Dr. Ruiz Castilla is a prestigious specialist in plastic, aesthetic and reconstructive surgery, ranked among the top 5 plastic surgeons in Spain by Forbes magazine in 2018, 2019 and 2020. She has more than 15 years of experience in the profession and extensive training in various specialties. In this sense, he has extensive experience in the medical and surgical treatment of breast pathology, skin oncology, burns, facial fractures, hand surgery and skin changes, using both traditional and microsurgical techniques.

    She is currently Head of the Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery Service at the Quironsalud Hospital of Barcelona and Head of the Plastic Surgery Service at the Dexeus University Hospital since November 2021.

    Throughout his career, he has combined public health work with teaching, and has also carried out important outreach and research work. She has authored and co-authored numerous scientific articles and publications, and is a regular speaker at specialized conferences. She is also involved as an investigator in several lines of research in the field of monitoring and using new treatments for burn patients.

    Dr. Ruiz has practiced in prestigious national and international centers and currently directs her own Institute of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery, Institut Ruiz Castilla.

    Professional experience

    1998–2004: Degree in Medicine and Surgery at the Autonomous University of Barcelona

    2005–2010: Specialized residency in plastic, reconstructive and aesthetic surgery

    2009-2010: Master's degree entitled "Expert in Microsurgical Techniques. XII Theoretical and Practical Course in Microsurgical Techniques". Hand and Peripheral Nerve Surgery Department, Sabadell Hospital. (Director: Dr. J. Ramon Solé)

    2018 PhD in Surgery - Autonomous University of Barcelona: "The role of the IL33/ST2 axis in burn patients", unanimously awarded Summa Cum Laude.

    2018 Robotic Surgery Course at the Faculty of Medicine, University of Lorraine, France.

    Professional career

    2016 – present: Head of Service, Department of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery, Quirónsalud Barcelona Hospital

    2010 – 2018 Specialist in the Plastic, Reconstructive and Burns Surgery Service at the Vall d'Hebron University Hospital.

    2013 – 2017 Specialist in Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery at the Obstetrics and Gynecology Center, Mataró.

    Extensive experience in medical and surgical treatment of breast pathology, skin oncology, burns, facial fractures, hand surgery and altered skin using both traditional and microsurgical methods.

    Participation in the world's first total face transplant.

    Participation in the second face transplant at the Vall d'Hebron Hospital.

    Membership in scientific societies

    Member of the Spanish Society of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery

    Member of the Catalan Society of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery

    Member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons

    Founding member of the Women's Organization of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery of Spain (WOPRASS).

    Research and Teaching

    Teaching Assistant for the Plastic Surgery Course at the Faculty of Medicine at the Autonomous University of Barcelona (Teaching Unit: Vall d'Hebron)

    Lecturer in the course on comprehensive care of burn patients, part of the postgraduate course entitled "Nursing care for people with burns", University Hospital Vall d'Hebron

    Lecturer in the course on comprehensive treatment of burn patients (Josep Trueta University Hospital) 2010

    Organiser of the International Conference on Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery, London, 11-12 March.

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Bruce Patrik Dos Santos Marcano

  • 4.4 Good 6 reviews
  • 15 years of experience
  • Spain, Barcelona, Hospital Quiron Barcelona
  • Some words about me

    My interest in plastic surgery arose from a passion for creative work that requires solutions, an individual approach and a commitment to excellence.

    I have been fortunate to work with outstanding specialists who possess not only high technical skills but also exceptional human qualities. My goal is to match this level and apply the best methods in my practice.

    I am currently part of a young and dynamic team of motivated professionals dedicated to providing the highest quality of medical care to our patients.

    Education and qualifications

    🔹 Specialist in Plastic, Aesthetic and Reconstructive Surgery (MIR training) - Vall d'Hebron University Hospital, Barcelona
    🔹 Clinical Biochemistry Specialist (MIR training) – Comprehensive University Hospital of A Coruña
    🔹 Master in Aesthetic Medicine and HealthUniversity of Barcelona
    🔹 Master in Integration and Clinical Problem Solving in MedicineUniversity of Alcalá
    🔹 Master in Biostatistics, Informatics and Telemedicine in Clinical Practice and Health ManagementUNED
    🔹 Master in Molecular Biology and Cellular GeneticsUniversity of A Coruña
    🔹 Biostatistician and Medical Research Analysis SpecialistUNED
    🔹 Expert in statistics and interpretation of medical researchUNED
    🔹 Health informatics and telemedicine expertUNED
    🔹 Diploma in Scientific Research MethodologyOMS Training Fund
    🔹 Microsurgical Technique CourseParc Taulí Foundation, Sabadell
    🔹 Medical and Surgical DegreeCentral University of Venezuela

    Professional activity

    🔹 Worked in public and private medical centers as a specialist and teacher:
    University Hospital of A Coruña
    Virgen de Xunqueira Hospital
    Imperial College London
    Quirónsalud Hospital Barcelona (currently)

    Membership in professional associations

    College of Physicians of Barcelona
    General Medical Council (UK)
    Member of the Spanish Society of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery (SECPRE)
    Member of the Catalan Society of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery (SCCPRE)
    Member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS)

    📌 Participation in numerous courses and congresses on plastic and aesthetic surgery.
    📌 Author and co-author of scientific publications , including a chapter in a specialized medical book.

    🔗 SECPRE – Spanish Society of Plastic Surgery
    🔗 SCCPRE – Catalan Society of Plastic Surgery
    🔗 American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS)

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Stomach cancer surgery
$41,071 - $58,673
Hemorrhoidectomy
$6,982 - $6,982
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