Doctors in Spain — Page 22

Dr. Begoña Rodríguez Alfonso is a nuclear medicine physician at Publio Cordón Memorial Hospital in Madrid. She performs diagnostic imaging and nuclear medicine procedures. Dr. Rodríguez Alfonso works at a facility accredited by the Joint Commission International (JCI). The hospital is a medical hub with over 100 doctors and holds certifications from the European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology.

Dr. Antonio Fernández García is a maxillofacial and head and neck surgeon at Publio Cordón Memorial Hospital in Madrid. He specializes in surgical oncology and reconstructive surgery.

He treats head and neck cancers, including larynx, tongue, and tonsil cancer. The hospital holds JCI accreditation for safety and quality standards.

Dr. Enrique Sandoval Hip is an orthopedist at Publio Cordón Memorial Hospital in Madrid. He treats hip conditions, including fractures, osteoarthritis, and developmental dysplasia. Dr. Sandoval Hip performs ALMIS, a minimally invasive hip arthroplasty technique, to reduce tissue damage and recovery times.

He works at a facility holding Joint Commission International (JCI) accreditation. The hospital has over 100 doctors and is a center for surgery and rehabilitation in Spain. Dr. Sandoval Hip also performs complex hip arthroscopy and total joint revision procedures.

Dr. Felipe Hernández Hernández is an interventional cardiologist at Publio Cordón Memorial Hospital in Madrid. He treats heart conditions such as atherosclerosis and coronary artery disease. Dr. Hernández Hernández performs minimally invasive procedures, including transcatheter aortic valve implantation (TAVI). He practices at a JCI-accredited facility.

He restores blood flow through coronary stenting and arterial angioplasty. These techniques allow for heart valve repair and vessel clearing without open surgery. The hospital is a medical center in Spain with over 100 specialists across various fields.

The doctor specializes in neurosurgery and has made significant contributions to the field through both clinical practice and research. With extensive experience in managing complex neurosurgical cases, the doctor has been recognized for innovative techniques in minimally invasive surgery. The doctor has published numerous peer-reviewed articles and is actively involved in teaching and mentoring upcoming neurosurgeons. The doctor is affiliated with several prestigious medical societies and has been a keynote speaker at international conferences.

Dr. Elisabeth Arrojo Alvarez is a radiation oncologist at Publio Cordon Memorial Hospital in Madrid. She specializes in targeted radiation therapy for lung, breast, and pancreatic cancers. Dr. Arrojo Alvarez treats patients at a JCI-accredited facility that meets international standards for surgical safety.

She uses radiotherapy and radiosurgery to treat tumors, including cases of esophageal and colon cancer. Dr. Arrojo Alvarez also performs CyberKnife procedures for lung cancer to deliver radiation while sparing healthy tissue. She works within a network of 100 doctors in Spain.

Dr. José Angel Obeso is the director of the HM CINAC Integral Neurosciences Centre in Madrid. He specializes in Parkinson’s disease and complex movement disorders. Dr. Obeso pioneered Continuous Dopaminergic Stimulation to improve patient outcomes. He founded the first specialized Movement Disorders Group within the Spanish Neurology Society.

• Authored over 350 research articles focused on neurodegenerative disorder treatments.
• Holds a Hirsch index of 78, reflecting significant impact in neurology research.
• Maintains membership in the American Neurological Association.
• Member of the International Parkinson and Movement Disorder Society.

Dr. Blanca Lopez Ibor heads the Hematology and Pediatric Oncology Unit at HM Hospitales. She is a dedicated specialist in childhood cancers and severe blood disorders. She serves as a consultant for both WHO and UNESCO. Dr. Lopez Ibor manages complex cases of leukemia, lymphoma, and neuroblastoma in children and teens.

• Specializes in bone marrow transplants and CAR T-cell therapy.
• Expert consultant in pediatric oncology for the Spanish Ministry of Health.
• Member of the American Society of Hematology and the International Society of Pediatric Oncology.
• Trained at the University of Maryland and the University of Barcelona.

Dr. Augusto Covaro is an orthopedic spine surgeon at Hospital Universitari Quiron-Dexeus in Barcelona. He completed fellowships in spinal surgery in Denmark and Sweden. These programs were supported by SICOT and AOspine. Dr. Covaro treats complex conditions like scoliosis, lumbar stenosis, and herniated discs.

• Specializes in minimally invasive fusion, discectomy, and kyphoplasty.
• Practices at a JCI-accredited university hospital in Spain.
• Performs complex spine surgery and spine tumor embolization.
• Contributes to research published in scientific medical journals.

Dr. Augusto Covaro is an orthopedic spine surgeon at Hospital Universitari Quiron-Dexeus in Barcelona. He completed two fellowships in spinal surgery in Denmark and Sweden. Dr. Covaro specializes in treating scoliosis and complex spine conditions. He practices at a JCI-accredited facility recognized for its orthopedic department.

• Trained in complex spine surgery at Uppsala University Hospital, Sweden.
• Completed a specialist fellowship in Aarhus, Denmark, supported by SICOT.
• Is a member of AOspine, Eurospine, and the Spanish Society of Orthopedics.
• Performs kyphoplasty, laminectomy, and minimally invasive fusion surgery.

Dr. Augusto Covaro is an orthopedic spine surgeon at Hospital Universitari Quiron-Dexeus in Barcelona. He specializes in treating herniated disks, spinal stenosis, and complex scoliosis. Dr. Covaro serves as a member of AOspine and the Spanish Society of Orthopedics. He practices at a JCI-accredited university hospital recognized for neurosurgery and orthopedics.

• Performs robotic spine surgery and endoscopic discectomy.
• Expertise includes minimally invasive fusion and anterior cervical discectomy.
• Active member of GEER and Eurospine professional organizations.
• Contributes regularly to international meetings and scientific magazines.