Doctors in Barcelona, Spain — Page 4

Dr. Carlos Pollán leads the robotic head and neck surgery program at Centro Médico Teknon. He is a specialist in endoscopic skull base surgery and oncology. Dr. Pollán has performed over 430 operations. He uses the Da Vinci system for precise, minimally invasive procedures. Dr. Pollán trained at the University of Pittsburgh and the University Hospital of Pisa.

• Specializes in robotic head and neck oncology and complex sinus surgery.
• Maintains a faculty role at the Hospital Germans Trias i Pujol teaching unit.
• Authored numerous scientific papers and official clinical guidelines in ENT.
• Works at Centro Médico Teknon, a JCI-accredited facility in Barcelona.

Dr. Fernando Castanera de Molina founded the Eye Clinic at Centro Médico Teknon in Barcelona. He is a primary pioneer of laser ophthalmic treatment in Spain. He was the first in the country to correct myopia using an excimer laser. Dr. Castanera de Molina also performed Spain's first collamer lens implantation for refractive errors.

• Specializes in glaucoma and cataract treatment using surgical micro valves.
• Delivered over 100 lectures on techniques for cataract and refractive surgeries.
• Member of the American and European Societies of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons.
• Practices at JCI-accredited Centro Médico Teknon, a preferred hospital for high-profile athletes.

Dr. Lana Bijelic is a surgical oncologist at Centro Médico Teknon in Barcelona. She has performed over 1,300 surgeries for complex cancer cases. Dr. Bijelic specializes in treating carcinomatosis and liver metastases. She trained under Prof. Paul Sugarbaker, a pioneer in peritoneal surface oncology. Her clinical practice includes international experience in the US, Spain, and Croatia.

• Certified by the American Board of Surgery.
• Performs HIPEC and complex resections for gastrointestinal cancers.
• Former Research Director in the Department of Surgery at Inova Fairfax Hospital.
• Member of the Society of Surgical Oncology and the American College of Surgeons.

Dr. Jose Maria Raventos is a surgical oncologist and general surgeon at Centro Médico Teknon. He is a founding member of the Teknon Medical Center faculty. Dr. Raventos focuses on abdominal, endocrine, and thyroid surgery. He provides complex cancer treatment and performs thyroid resections. He trained at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, a world-recognized medical institution.

• Completed laparoscopic surgery training in Strasbourg, Hamburg, and Munich.
• Holds a specialist title in general and digestive surgery.
• Certified by the French Society of Digestive Surgery in laparoscopic techniques.
• Works at Centro Médico Teknon, a JCI-accredited facility in Barcelona.

Dr. Miquel Sans Cuffí is a gastroenterologist at Centro Médico Teknon in Barcelona. He is the author of over 150 publications and 500 conference presentations. Dr. Cuffí conducted research on inflammatory bowel diseases at Case Western Reserve University in Ohio. He treats complex conditions like Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, and Barrett's esophagus.

• Former member of the Scientific Committee for the European Crohn’s and Colitis Organisation.
• Served as coordinator for the European IBDChip research project.
• Member of the American Gastroenterological Association and the Spanish Association of Gastroenterology.
• Performs specialized procedures including stomach resection and laparoscopic anti-reflux surgery.

Dr. Eduardo Loeb Melus heads the Pulmonology Service at Teknon Medical Center in Barcelona. He is an active researcher at the Catalan Centre of Excellence in Pulmonology. Dr. Loeb Melus treats complex respiratory conditions like COPD, pneumonia, and asthma. He is a doctoral student at the Autonomous University of Barcelona.

• Coordinates clinical trials for the Vall d'Hebron Research Institute.
• Serves as the data manager for the EARCO European clinical registry.
• Authored several studies on blood biomarkers and asthma-COPD overlap.
• Performs lung cancer surgery and stem cell therapy for COPD.

Dr. Domenico Sabia is a gastrointestinal surgeon specializing in peritoneal oncology and complex abdominal cancers. He serves at the Department of Peritoneal Carcinomatosis within Centro Médico Teknon in Spain. Dr. Sabia focuses on surgical treatments for advanced pelvic and abdominal malignancies. He is a recognized investigator in national and international oncological surgery clinical trials.

• Performs cytoreductive surgery combined with HIPEC and PIPAC techniques.
• Treats stage 4 liver, stomach, and colon cancers.
• Maintains membership in the European Society of Surgical Oncology (ESSO).
• Is a member of the Peritoneal Surface Oncology Group International (PSOGI).

Dr. López Gil Francisco José is the Medical Director of the Dermatology Department at Centro Médico Teknon. He specializes in clinical, aesthetic, and oncological dermatology. Dr. López Gil focuses on skin cancer prevention and laser therapy. He leads a multidisciplinary team to treat hair loss and hyperhidrosis.

• Founded the dermatology department at the JCI-accredited Teknon Medical Center.
• Expert in dermatological surgery and surgical venereology.
• Performs ARTAS robotic hair transplants and stem cell rejuvenation.
• Established the DermAndTek clinic in Andorra for comprehensive skin care.

Dr. Mireia Ruiz Castilla was ranked among Spain’s top five plastic surgeons by Forbes magazine. She participated in the world's first total face transplant procedure. Dr. Ruiz leads the plastic surgery departments at both Hospital Quiron Barcelona and Dexeus University Hospital. She earned a PhD in surgery with Summa Cum Laude honors.

• Specializes in microsurgical techniques for breast pathology and skin oncology.
• Treats complex conditions including burns, facial fractures, and hand injuries.
• Member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons.
• Founding member of the Women's Organization of Plastic Surgery in Spain.

Dr. Bruce Patrik Dos Santos Marcano is a specialist in plastic and reconstructive surgery at Quirónsalud Hospital Barcelona. He holds memberships in the American Society of Plastic Surgeons and the Spanish Society SECPRE. Dr. Marcano completed double residency training in plastic surgery and clinical biochemistry. He practices at JCI-accredited Quiron Barcelona, a facility recognized for using surgical robotics.

• Expert in aesthetic medicine with a Master’s degree from the University of Barcelona.
• Maintains registration with the General Medical Council in the United Kingdom.
• Trained in microsurgical techniques at the Parc Taulí Foundation.
• Contributed research as a co-author of specialized medical book chapters.

Dr. Enriqueta Felip is a clinical oncologist at Hospital Quiron Barcelona. She lead the 20th WCLC Congress as co-chair. Dr. Felip manages thoracic malignancies and oversees cancer clinical trials. She earned her medical degree and PhD from the Autonomous University of Barcelona.

• President of the Oncology Commission at Vall d’Hebron University Hospital.
• Winner of the first ESMO Women for Oncology Award.
• Former Vice-President of the Spanish Society of Medical Oncology.
• Served on the Board of Directors for the International Association for the Study of Lung Cancer.

Dr. Pablo Clavel heads Neurosurgery and Spinal Surgery at the Clavel Institute in Barcelona. He specializes in brain tumor treatment and complex spinal interventions like laminectomy. Educated at Emory University and the University of California, San Diego. Dr. Clavel provides care at the JCI-accredited Hospital Quiron Barcelona.

• Performs deep brain stimulation, kyphoplasty, and craniotomy procedures.
• Treats specialized conditions including ependymomas, Tourette’s Syndrome, and mixed gliomas.
• Authored over 20 research papers published in international medical journals.
• Fluent in six languages, including English, Spanish, Russian, and German.

Dr. Josep Tabernero is a medical oncologist at Hospital Quirónsalud Barcelona. Forbes magazine recognized him among the five most influential cancer care leaders in Spain. He specializes in molecular targeted therapies and personalized medicine for digestive tumors. Dr. Tabernero directs the Vall d’Hebron Institute of Oncology.

• Served as a former President of the European Society for Medical Oncology.
• Acts as an advisor to the Spanish Ministry of Health.
• Recipient of the Cancer Care Award from the American Society of Clinical Oncology.
• Authored over 70 scientific papers on innovative cancer treatment techniques.

Dr. Marta Morales Ballus is a pediatric ophthalmologist at SJD Barcelona Children’s Hospital. She specializes in surgery for congenital cataracts and pediatric anterior segment conditions. Dr. Ballus treats infants and children with complex eye disorders. She works at a hospital ranked among the top three pediatric centers in Europe.

• Specializes in strabismus treatment and surgical correction.
• Maintains membership in the European Paediatric Ophthalmological Society.
• Teaches medical students at Hospital Sant Joan de Déu Barcelona.
• Member of the Spanish Strabology Society and Catalan Society of Ophthalmology.

The doctor is a children's ophthalmologist with a specialization in the treatment of retinoblastoma. With extensive experience in pediatric eye care, the doctor focuses on the diagnosis and management of this rare eye cancer, employing advanced techniques to improve patient outcomes. The doctor is committed to research and innovation in the field, contributing to advancements in treatment protocols and patient care standards.

Dr. Alia Ramírez Camacho is a staff physician specializing in pediatric neurology at SJD Barcelona Children’s Hospital. She works within the Epilepsy Group, focusing on complex neurological conditions in children. Dr. Ramírez Camacho also serves as a clinical research assistant. Her research focuses on epilepsy, sleep, and neurofunctional disorders in pediatric patients.

• Treats childhood epilepsy and West syndrome.
• Contributes to clinical research in sleep and neurofunctional pediatric disorders.
• Works at a hospital ranked among the top three medical institutions in Europe.
• Practices at SJD Barcelona, a leading center for specialized pediatric care.

Dr. Alexis Arzimanoglou is a pediatric epileptologist at SJD Barcelona Children’s Hospital. He specializes in the medical and surgical treatment of childhood epilepsy and West syndrome. He coordinates the Epilepsy Program in Barcelona and leads a specialized unit in Lyon.

• President of the Autism and Neurodevelopmental Disorders Expert Committee.
• Author of 124 scientific articles and 10 books on childhood epilepsy.
• Winner of the Ambassador For Epilepsy Award from the ILAE.
• Co-chairs the European Academy of Neurology’s pediatric neurology scientific group.