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An outstanding specialist in the field of podiatry and biomechanics

Professional experience

• CEO of Podoactiva , a leading company in the field of podiatry and biomechanics.
• Head of the Podiatry and Biomechanical Centre of the Quirónsalud Group (Barcelona, Madrid, Zaragoza).
• Podiatrist of the basketball club CAI Zaragoza , actively working with professional athletes.
• More than 20 years of experience in the diagnosis and treatment of foot diseases, as well as in the development of innovative solutions for their correction.

Research activities

• Member of the Innovative COT research group (Innovation Unit of the Miguel Servet Hospital, Zaragoza).
• Participant in projects of the Institute of Applied Biomechanics and cooperation with the University of Zaragoza.
• Co-author of numerous international patents, including the innovative 3D Scan Sport Podoactiva system, recognized worldwide.

Teaching activities

• Lecturer in biomechanics and podiatry courses at leading universities in Spain:
  • University of Manresa-FUB ,
  • Comillas University ,
  • University of San Jorge .

Education and qualifications

• Diploma in Podiatry , Autonomous University of Barcelona (2003).
• Diploma in Nursing , University of Zaragoza (1994).
• Master in Social Gerontology , University of Zaragoza (2007).
• Master in Communication Management , University of Murcia (2008).

Specialization

• Foot surgery
• Sports and biomechanical podiatry
• Treatment and correction of nail diseases (ingrown nail, fungal infections)
• Diagnosis and treatment of fasciitis, metatarsalgia, spurs, Morton's neuroma
• Comprehensive gait examination and podiatric diagnostics

Awards and achievements

• National Prize for Arts and Applied Sciences in Sports .
• Aragonex Award for Innovation in R&D , 2009.
• ADEA Award for Innovative Management , 2010.
• Scientist of the Year Award in Aragon , 2013.
• Award for the most innovative small company in Spain , FEI, 2015.

General information

Musculoskeletal radiologist, expert in sports injuries and magnetic resonance imaging with over 20 years of experience working with professional and elite athletes.

Professional experience

• Founder : Elite Sports Imaging, SL, Madrid, Spain.
• Medical consultant : Madrid Open (tennis tournament).
• Consultant : Longwood MRI Specialists, Boston, USA.
• Director of Musculoskeletal MRI and CT : Massachusetts General Hospital/Harvard Medical School (2002–2006).

Education and qualifications

• University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) : Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology and Exercise Science (BS).
• McGill University School of Medicine : Doctor of Medicine and Master of Surgery (MD, CM).
• Boston University/Boston Medical Center : Radiology Residency.
• Harvard Medical School/Massachusetts General Hospital : Fellowship in Musculoskeletal Radiology and Interventional Radiology.
• Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)/m+Visión : Postdoctoral Fellowship in Biomedical Research in Medical Imaging.

Peculiarities of professional activity

The doctor specializes in:

• Diagnosis and treatment of sports injuries using MRI and CT.
• Implementation of advanced technologies in the field of visualization of the musculoskeletal system.
• A personalized approach to diagnosing injuries in elite athletes.

The doctor has exceptional experience working at leading global institutions such as Harvard Medical School and MIT, which allows him to combine clinical practice, scientific research and the application of innovative methods in medical imaging.

Professional experience

• Complutense University, Madrid (1991–1997):
  Specialist in the Department of Functional Assessment and Research at the School of Sports Medicine and Physical Education .
• Medical Center of the Supreme Sports Council, Madrid (1992–2001):
  Consultant physician in the field of sports medicine.
• Medical Service of Real Madrid FC (2001–2013):
  Providing medical care to elite professional athletes.
• Royal Spanish Field Hockey Federation (2000–2001):
  Doctor of the national team.
• Medical Consultant for the Spanish Basketball Clubs Association (ACB, 2020–2022):
  Management of medical projects related to the prevention and treatment of injuries.
• Quirónsalud Group (since 2006):
  Co-director of the Departments of Rehabilitation, Physiotherapy and Sports Medicine at the Quirónsalud Madrid and Ruber Juan Bravo University Hospitals.

Scientific activity

• Specialization in sports cardiology since 1994 .
• Co-author of international clinical guidelines in sports cardiology.
• Member of the Sports Cardiology Core Group of the European Society of Cardiology (2014–2020) .
• Coordinator of the Sports Cardiology Group of the Spanish Society of Cardiology (2014–2018).
• Author of numerous scientific articles and chapters in specialized books.
• Regular speaker at national and international congresses on sports medicine and cardiology.

Teaching activities

• Associate Professor at the School of Sports Medicine, Complutense University (1992-2001).
• Lecturer at the Faculty of Medicine of the European University of Madrid (since 2012).

Key Skills and Achievements

• Many years of experience in medical support of athletes of various ages and training levels.
• Integration of advanced sports medicine techniques for the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of injuries.
• Contribution to the development of sports cardiology as a separate field.
• Ability to combine clinical practice, research and teaching to improve patient health.

The doctor actively uses his knowledge and many years of experience to provide the highest level of medical care to both professional athletes and amateurs.

Professional activity

Dr. Borja Núñez de Aysa is the Director of the Ultrasound Interventional and Biological Therapies Unit at Olympia Quirónsalud. His appointment is a major development in the field of sports medicine, promising to take the institution to a new level of quality of care.

Medical career:

• More than 20 years of experience working with professional and amateur athletes.
• Specialization in the treatment and diagnosis of musculoskeletal injuries using ultrasound interventionism and regenerative technologies.
• Working in the medical service of prestigious clubs such as Atletico Madrid and Real Madrid , which highlights his deep understanding of the needs of elite athletes.

Special achievements:

• A recognized expert in the field of regenerative medicine, including the use of plasma rich in growth factors (PRGF) and stem cells .
• Implementation of innovative treatment methods that take sports medicine to a new level.

Education and specialization

• Faculty of Medicine, University of Alcalá (UAH):
  Graduated with first prize in the Objective Structured Clinical Evaluation (ECOE).
• Specialization:
  • Residency in Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine at the Puerta de Hierro Hospital, Majadahonda.
  • Continuous training and advanced training in the field of ultrasound diagnostics and interventional medicine.

Scientific interests and achievements

• Research in the field of regenerative medicine and development of new methods for treating musculoskeletal injuries.
• Conducting seminars, master classes and publishing scientific articles in reputable medical journals.
• Active collaboration with leading specialists, including close cooperation with the Olympia Quirónsalud Physiotherapy and Traumatology Department, headed by Dr. Manuel Lles.

Key Skills and Achievements

• Treatment of all types of sports injuries using visual control methods (ultrasound).
• A unique approach that provides personalized treatment for each patient, from diagnosis to recovery and prevention.
• Combining advanced technology and deep clinical experience to achieve the best results.

Contribution to sports medicine

Dr. Nunes de Aysa and his team have created one of the most modern departments in Europe, offering innovative and highly effective treatment methods. His work not only helps athletes recover faster from injuries, but also sets new standards in medical practice, making quality treatment available to every patient.

Professional Resume

Basic education

• Electronic Engineering , Buenos Aires (1984)
• Physics of Radiotherapy , National Atomic Energy Commission of Argentina (CNEA, 1984)
• Master of Medical Physics , Universities of Toulouse and Paris (1986)
• Doctor of Science in Medical Physics , Universities of Toulouse and Paris (1990, Stereotactic Radiotherapy)

Publications

• Scientific index: 36.93
• Number of publications: 140

Professional activity

• 1980-1984 – Lecturer, University of Buenos Aires
• 1982-1984 – Academy of National Medicine of Argentina
• 1985-2018 – Institut Curie (Paris)
  • Latest positions:
    • Technical Director of the Proton Therapy Center
    • Head of the Department of Medical Physics

Research Internships as a Visiting Professor

• 2003-2004 – Massachusetts General Hospital & Harvard Medical School (Boston, USA)
• 1998 – Indiana University Cyclotron Facility (Bloomington, USA)

Membership in scientific committees

• 2014 – CERN International Strategy Committee for Medical Applications
• 2000 – Conseil Scientifique National de Hadrontherapie (France)
• 2012 – The Belgian Hadrontherapy Center Foundation
• Scientific and expert consultant for companies: IBA, IBA Dosimetry, Varian Particles, Siemens, Tomotherapy
• Scientific advisor at proton therapy centers in various countries:
  • China (Wanjie)
  • South Africa (Cape Town)
  • USA (Indiana, New York)
  • Italy (Trento)
  • South Korea (Seoul)
  • France (Caen)
  • Netherlands (Maastro)
  • Argentina (Buenos Aires)
  • Austria (MedAustron)
• Member of the Scientific Council at the Embassy of Argentina in France

Reviewing articles for scientific journals

• Physics in Medicine and Biology
• Medical Physics
• Physics Medicine
• Radiotherapy and Oncology
• Radiation Protection Dosimetry
• Radioprotection
• Cureus and others

Membership in scientific societies

• PTCOG (Particle Therapy Cooperative Group) – Chairman (2010-2013)
• ESTRO (European Society for Radiotherapy and Oncology)
• SFPM (Société Française de Physique Médicale)
• PMSF (Physiciens Médicaux Sans Frontières)

Teaching activities

• Master's program "Medical Physics" , Faculty of Medicine, University of Paris-Sud
• School of Proton Therapy ESTRO
• PTCOG Educational Master Classes
• Inter-University Diploma in High-Tech Radiotherapy
• Diploma in Radiation Biology and Radiation Protection in Radiotherapy (France)
• AAPM Summer School , Colorado Springs, USA (2015)
• Scientific supervision of postgraduate students, masters students, interns (up to 10 students per year)
• Invited lectures in various countries around the world (about 10 per year)

Grants and funding received (more than €50 million)

1. MIGAC – New Proton Therapy Centre of the Institut Curie
2. Grant Canceropole
   • (a) Targeted proton therapy for pediatric and adult tumors: technical optimization, radiobiology, socioeconomic assessment
   • (b) Dynamic proton therapy
3. Grant Physician – DEDIPRO (development of a new diamond detector and fast radiation therapy planning system for pulsed proton beams)
4. Industrial and regional grants – Areva 1-2-3, Feder, Varian, etc.
5. European Commission Grants
   • INFRAIA-02-2017 – INSPIRE (Infrastructure for International Proton Therapy Research)
6. IDEX Paris-Saclay – NanoTheRad (research on nanoparticles in medicine)

This specialist has made significant contributions to the development of proton therapy, radiation oncology and medical physics, combining scientific research, teaching and work at the world's leading medical and research institutions.