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Chief of Internal Medicine | Medical Educator | Researcher
Location: Torrevieja, Valencian Community, Spain
Languages: Spanish (native), English (fluent)

Professional Experience

🔹 Head of Internal Medicine Department
Quirónsalud, Torrevieja
June 2023 – Present (1 year 10 months)

Leading the Internal Medicine Department at Quirónsalud Hospital in Torrevieja.

Overseeing clinical strategy, patient care, and departmental coordination.

Mentoring junior physicians and contributing to medical education and research.

🔹 Specialist in Internal Medicine
Quirónsalud, Torrevieja
July 2020 – September 2023 (3 years 3 months)

Provided high-quality care in internal medicine with a focus on complex clinical cases.

Participated in multidisciplinary teams and collaborated on patient management strategies.

Actively involved in teaching and academic activities.

🔹 Specialist in Internal Medicine
Hospital de Manacor, Balearic Islands
May 2019 – July 2020 (1 year 3 months)

Delivered comprehensive internal medicine services in a regional hospital setting.

🔹 Head of Internal Medicine Department
Hospital General de Villalba, Madrid – Quirónsalud Group
June 2014 – May 2019 (4 years 11 months)

Directed the Internal Medicine Department of a large general hospital in Madrid.

Developed protocols and care pathways, and played a key role in hospital management.

Engaged in teaching as an Associate Professor at Universidad Europea de Madrid (2018–2020).

🔹 Specialist and Head of Internal Medicine
Ribera Salud, Elche (Alicante)
Head of Internal Medicine: Jan 2010 – Dec 2012
Specialist in Internal Medicine: Jan 2012 – Feb 2014

Led the department and managed a multidisciplinary medical team.

Continued as a staff internist with a focus on patient care and chronic disease management.

🔹 Specialist in Internal Medicine
Hospital San Jaime, Torrevieja
May 2002 – Jan 2010 (7 years 9 months)

Provided specialized care in internal medicine in both inpatient and outpatient settings.

Academic & Teaching Experience

🔹 Associate/Guest Professor
CEU Cardenal Herrera University, Elche
2020 – 2023

Taught courses in Internal Medicine and supervised research projects.

Promoted evidence-based medicine and clinical reasoning among medical students.

🔹 Associate Professor
Universidad Europea de Madrid
2018 – 2020

Lectured in internal medicine and clinical practice for medical students.

Participated in academic development and evaluation committees.

Skills & Areas of Expertise

Internal Medicine

Hospital Leadership & Management

Medical Education & Training

Research & Development

Chronic Disease Management

Multidisciplinary Collaboration

Objective
I am a dedicated and empathetic psychologist with a passion for working with individuals who have undergone difficult life experiences, particularly trauma. After completing my degree in psychology in 2018, I have continued to develop my expertise through further education and hands-on experience. I am seeking an opportunity to contribute my knowledge and skills to help individuals recover and improve their mental well-being.

Education

Master’s Degree in Psychology
I completed my master’s degree in psychology in 2018, and during my studies, I developed a strong interest in trauma psychology and mental health. My theoretical education has been complemented with practical experience in various fields of psychology, providing me with a broad understanding of the factors that affect mental health.

Continuing Education and Courses in Trauma and Mental Health
Over the past few years, I have continued to deepen my knowledge and specialize in trauma treatment and psychological conditions such as anxiety, depression, and PTSD. Some of the courses I have completed include:

• Trauma-Informed Therapy (TIT)
• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for Trauma
• Psychological First Aid
• Mindfulness and Psychological Treatment

Professional Experience

Psychologist, Psychiatric Department of the Military Medical Academy
One of my most significant experiences was working in the psychiatric department of the Military Medical Academy, where I worked with clients dealing with various forms of trauma, especially from military service in conflict zones. During my time there, I worked both individually and in groups with traumatized soldiers and civilian patients who had experienced psychiatric disorders resulting from severe experiences.

I was responsible for assessing, diagnosing, and treating mental health conditions such as PTSD, depression, anxiety, and emotional instability. Treatments included Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), psychoeducation, and trauma-focused therapy. I quickly learned to adapt my methods depending on the individual’s specific needs, which was an invaluable lesson in understanding the complex psychological effects of trauma.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct psychological assessments and diagnostic interviews.
• Treat and support patients with trauma and mental health disorders through both individual and group therapy.
• Develop and implement treatment plans for long-term rehabilitation.
• Provide support to patients and their families, helping them understand and manage the effects of trauma.
• Actively participate in interdisciplinary collaboration with doctors, nurses, and other therapists to ensure holistic care for patients.

Psychologist, Private Practice
In addition to my role at the Military Medical Academy, I have also run a private practice where I have worked with a broader client group, including individuals seeking help for stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and work-related difficulties. I have applied both CBT and other evidence-based methods to help patients process their emotions and improve their mental health.

Key Responsibilities:

Conduct individual psychological assessments and treat patients for various mental health issues. Provide counseling and support to patients dealing with life-changing events such as separation, loss, or career transitions.

• Educate and support patients in coping strategies and stress management techniques.

Skills and Competencies

• Trauma-Focused Therapy – Experience in treating individuals who have undergone severe trauma, including PTSD and other stress-related conditions.
• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) – Strong expertise in using CBT to treat anxiety, depression, and other mental health conditions.
• Group Therapy – Experience in facilitating support groups for individuals with similar experiences, especially in military and trauma-based contexts.
• Psychological Assessment and Diagnosis – Proficient in conducting psychological evaluations and assessments to identify underlying mental health issues.
• Empathy and Active Listening – Excellent ability to create a safe and open environment where patients feel heard and supported.
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Languages

• Bulgarian: Native
• English: Fluent in both spoken and written communication
• Spanish: Fluent in both spoken and written communication.

A traumatologist and orthopedic surgeon based in Madrid with nearly 30 years of experience. Throughout his extensive career, he has specialized in the diagnosis and treatment of knee joint pathologies, shoulder joint conditions, sports injuries, ankle disorders, knee joint prosthetics, robotic surgery, and knee trauma.

Graduated from the Faculty of Medicine and Surgery at the University of Navarra, specializing in Orthopedic Surgery and Traumatology at the same institution. Additionally, he earned a doctorate in Medicine and Surgery. Based on the MIR rankings, he was recognized as the resident with the best resume in Spain across all specialties.

Later, he pursued advanced training in shoulder surgery in California and completed internships at ten hospitals in the UK and the USA, including the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, as well as the universities of Miami, Oxford, and Cambridge.

Throughout his professional career, he has served as a medical consultant for various clinics and centers, as well as for professional teams such as the Cleveland Cavaliers (NBA), Cleveland Browns (NFL), and Cleveland Indians (baseball). Additionally, he has worked as a trauma consultant for several football teams, including Atlético Madrid, Getafe, and Real Zaragoza, and has collaborated with Spanish federations for gymnastics, judo, and karate.

**Experience**  

- Director of Rights, Partnerships, and Colors at Olympia Quironsalud.  

- Orthopedic Surgery and Traumatology residency through MIR (rank 80) at the University Clinic of Navarra, Pamplona.  

- Clinical Fellow at the Orthopedic and Traumatology Department, University Clinic of Navarra, Pamplona.  

- Clinical Fellow at Cleveland Clinic Foundation, Cleveland.  

- Assistant Traumatologist at the Dexeus University Institute (ICATME), Barcelona.  

- Assistant Traumatologist at the Galicia Institute of Orthopedic Surgery and Sports Medicine (IGACOTDE), Hospital Santa Teresa, La Coruña.  

- Specialist in Traumatology at CEMTRO Clinic, Madrid.  

- Head of the Knee Department at FREMAP Hospital, Majadahonda.

CLINICAL ROTATIONS ABROAD

- University of Miami. Jackson Memorial Hospital. Florida, USA. 5 months  

- Kleinert Institute of Hand Surgery. Louisville, Kentucky, USA. 1 month  

- John Radcliffe Hospital. Oxford, England. 3 weeks  

- Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre. Oxford, England. 3 weeks  

- Mayo Clinic. Rochester, Minnesota, USA. 3 weeks  

- O'Connor Hospital. San Jose, California, USA. 3 weeks  

- Wellington Hospital. London, England. 1 week  

- Princess Grace Hospital. London, England. 1 week  

- Addenbrooke's Hospital. Cambridge, England. 2 weeks  

- BUPA Cambridge Lee Hospital. Cambridge, England. 2 weeks  

- Cleveland Clinic Foundation. Cleveland, Ohio, USA. 2.5 years  

- 2002. WPOA Scholarship (Australia, New Zealand, Singapore). 4 weeks  

- Orthopaedic Institute of Southern California, USA. 4 weeks

Qualification

- Higher education in medicine and surgery. University of Navarra  

- Doctor of Medicine. University of Navarra  

- Specialist in orthopedic surgery and traumatology. University of Navarra Clinic, clinical fellowship in sports medicine. Cleveland Clinic Foundation  

- Clinical fellowship in foot and ankle surgery. Cleveland Clinic Foundation  

- Diploma in English from the School of Official Languages. A Coruña  

- ECFMG (Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates)

Memberships

- AEA (Spanish Arthroscopy Association)  

- SEROD (Spanish Society for Knee Problems)  

- SECOT (Spanish Society of Orthopedic Surgery and Traumatology)  

- ESSKA (European Society of Sports Traumatology, Knee Surgery, and Arthroscopy) – International Society of Arthroscopy, Knee Surgery, and Orthopedic Sports (ISAKOS)  

- WARTHOG Orthopedic Society  

- MAGELLAN Orthopedic Society – SOMACOT (Madrid Society of Orthopedic Surgery and Traumatology)  

- Fellows Society of the Barry de la Maza Foundation

Other Achievements

- Former board member of SEROD (Spanish Society for Knee Problems)  

- Former board member of AEA (Spanish Arthroscopy Association)  

- Former editor of the journal *Cuadernos de Arthroscocoy* (AEA)  

- President of the AEA-SEROD Joint Congress 2015, Madrid  

- Member of the Arthroscopy Committee of ESSKA (European Society of Sports Traumatology, Knee Surgery, and Arthroscopy)  

- Member of the ESSKA Research Group on Knee Collateral Ligaments  

- Honorary member of the Argentine Arthroscopy Association  

- Patron of the Maria Pagés Foundation and Choreographic Center

The doctor graduated in Medicine and Surgery from the Universidad de Málaga in 1983 and specialized in traumatology and orthopedics at the Instituto Dexeus, Barcelona. The doctor has worked in leading hospitals in Spain and contributed to the medical support team for the 1992 Olympics in Barcelona. Additionally, the doctor served as a traumatologist for the Federación Española de Motociclismo in European and World Championships from 1982 to 1992.

Currently, the doctor focuses on treating hip and foot pathologies at Hospital Quironsalud Marbella and works as a traumatologist at Sociedad Sportclinic Marbella. The doctor is also a member of the Spanish Society for Hip Surgery Secca.

The doctor heads the Department of Urology and kidney transplantation at Teknon Medical Center in Barcelona, Spain, with over 30 years of experience. Specializing in uro-oncology and transplantology, the doctor has overseen more than 500 successful operations, focusing on pathologies of the urogenital system using minimally invasive methods, including laparoscopic and robotic-assisted surgeries.

The doctor is particularly noted for expertise in prostate cancer treatment and utilizes the Da Vinci robotic system for innovative surgical procedures. Additionally, the doctor treats congenital pathologies in children such as cryptorchism and is a member of the American Urological Confederation, Urological Association of Spain, and European Urological Society.

Dr. Fernando Reyes is a specialist in sports physiotherapy and heads the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at the Olympia Medical and Surgical Center.

With over 25 years of experience in prestigious organizations such as the Royal Spanish Basketball Federation, the Spanish Baseball Federation and Real Madrid Football Club, Dr. Reyes is a recognized expert in his field.

His primary goal is to provide high-quality care, typically reserved for elite athletes, to a wide range of patients at Olympia. Through a multidisciplinary approach and deep understanding of biological processes, he aims to optimize recovery and provide each athlete with the tools to achieve peak performance.

Experience

• -Head of the Physiotherapy Service at the Olympia Medical and Surgical Center.
• -Director of the Master's Program in Sports Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation at the Camilo José Cela University (UCJC).
• -President of the Spanish Athletic Training Association SATTA.
• - Physiotherapist of the football club Real Madrid (1997-2011).
• - Physiotherapist of the Royal Spanish Basketball Federation (1997-1999).
• - Physiotherapist of the Spanish Baseball Federation (1998).
• - External consultant for various professional football and basketball clubs.

Qualification

• -Degree in Physiotherapy.
• -Specialization in sports physiotherapy.
• -Master of Health Research.
• -Director of the Master's Program in Athletic Training and Therapy at UCJC.

Dr. Reyes actively collaborates with national and international athletes, offering rehabilitation and rehabilitative services aimed at restoring and improving athletic performance.

Education:

• -Degree in Human Nutrition and Dietetics.
• -Degree in Exercise and Sport Sciences.
• -University specialization in the topic of intestinal microbiota.
• - Specialization in the field of sports enterprise management.
• - Certified Athletic Trainer (RFEA).
• -Qualifications of the Federation of Spanish Personal Trainers and Fitness (FEEPYF):
  • -Functional training.
  • -High intensity interval training (HIIT).
  • -Crossfit.
  • -Training using suspension systems.

Professional experience:

• -Researcher in the Exercise Physiology Laboratory in the team of the University Alfonso X El Sage.
• -Consultant and sports nutrition coach.
• -Dietitian in the nephrology department of the Fuensanta clinic.
• -Organization and holding of sporting events in the Spanish Olympic Committee.
• -Personal trainer.

Dr. Enrique Grande, MD, PhD, MSc, is a medical oncologist with more than 20 years of experience. He is an international expert in genitourinary and neuroendocrine tumors. He directs the Medical Oncology Department and the One Oncology Madrid Cancer Program at QuirónSalud, Spain’s largest private healthcare network. He leads an integrated, multidisciplinary model with access to targeted therapies and clinical trials.

He is a pioneer in precision oncology. He uses molecular profiling and biomarker-based care. He has authored more than 300 peer-reviewed papers. He serves as a principal investigator and sits on steering committees for many international trials. These studies help set standards of care in urothelial bladder and neuroendocrine tumors. He contributes to guidelines and programs at ESMO, ASCO, ENETS, and EAU.

The doctor is a children's hematologist with a specialization in bone marrow transplantation. With extensive experience in pediatric hematology, the doctor has contributed significantly to advancements in treating blood disorders in children. The doctor is known for implementing innovative transplantation techniques that improve patient outcomes and has published numerous research papers in leading medical journals.

The doctor is an awarded pediatric oncologist specializing in bone and soft tissue sarcomas. As the head of the Hematology Oncology Department at Sant Joan De Déu, a leading children's hospital in Europe, the doctor provides treatments for neuroblastomas, gliomas, Ewing's sarcomas, and Wilms' tumors.

Trained in the USA, the doctor completed fellowships in pediatric hematology oncology and molecular pathology of pediatric cancer at Weill Cornell Medicine and Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. The doctor has authored over 70 papers and developed a non-radiative treatment for spinal cord gliomas.

The doctor holds a PhD in Medicine from the University of Barcelona and has specialized in Pediatrics and Neuropediatrics. The doctor completed a post-doctoral research fellowship at Boston Children’s Hospital, affiliated with Harvard University.

With extensive experience in scientific research, the doctor has presented numerous papers and communications at both national and international conferences and contributed to various research projects across Europe.

In academia, the doctor serves as a lecturer in Pediatric Neurology and a clinical lecturer for undergraduate medical students at the University of Barcelona.

The doctor has an extensive background in pediatric oncology, specializing in Pediatric Hematology & Oncology, Pediatric Neuro Oncology, and Stem Cell Transplantation in Pediatrics. The doctor has made significant contributions to medical research, with numerous publications and ongoing leadership in several research projects, particularly focusing on immunotherapy for diffuse intrinsic pontine glioma.

The doctor holds a Medicine Degree from Universidad Peruana Cayetano Heredia, completed a Pediatrics Specialization at Vall Hebron Hospital, and pursued sub-specialties in Oncology, Hematology, and Stem Cell Transplantation at the University of Chicago, as well as Pediatric Neuro Oncology at Harvard University.

Dr. Ramon Aurell Ballesteros is a specialist in obstetrics, gynecology, and reproductive medicine. He earned his medical degree from the Autonomous University of Barcelona in 1991. He later completed advanced training in London, focusing on reproductive medicine at Hammersmith Hospital.

Dr. Aurell has worked as a Medical Assistant at University Clinic Dexeus. Since 2008, he has led the Reproductive Medicine department at Hospital Quirónsalud Barcelona. He also heads the Assisted Reproduction Unit at Medical Center Teknon. Dr. Aurell is known for achieving high success rates and providing excellent patient care.

Distinguished Doctor of Medicine and Surgery, University of Barcelona.

He is a specialist in neurology at the Hospital Clínic de Barcelona.

Dr. Pujol has teaching experience as Professor of Neurology at the Higher Institute of Psychological Studies (ISEP) and as Coordinator of the Neuropsychology Practicum at the University of the Balearic Islands (UIB).

Dr. Pujol's research interests are in the field of neurology: PhD thesis on neurological complications of liver transplantation; SNC manager at Parke Davis; Memory Research Unit coordinator at Sant Pau Hospital; researcher at the IUNICS group of the University of the Balearic Islands.

Dr. Pujol has publications in national and international journals and is a member of the neurology societies:

• American Academy of Neurology.
• Catalan Society of Neurology
• Catalan Academy of Medical Sciences

The doctor is a highly experienced gastroenterologist with over 40 years of practice, specializing in the diagnostics and treatment of digestive system conditions, with a particular focus on functional digestive disorders management.

Currently, the doctor heads the Digestive System Service at Teknon Medical Center and founded the Teknon Institute for the Study and Treatment of Constipation and Incontinence.

The doctor has held significant positions, including Chief Gastroenterology Specialist at Centro Médico Teknon since 2001, and has contributed over 400 scientific works to the field.

With over 30 years of practical experience, the doctor is recognized as one of the best plastic surgeons globally and a top rhinoplasty specialist in Europe. Since 1997, the doctor has led one of the plastic and aesthetic surgery teams at Centro Medico Teknon. Known for expertise in revision rhinoplasty, the doctor has been acknowledged by Forbes magazine as one of the 100 best doctors in Spain.

Dr. Francesc Cobo Valien graduated from the Faculty of Medicine of the University of Barcelona in 1990.

He received his specialization in oncohematology at the Hospital Clínic de Barcelona in 1995. He combined medical practice and research activities in the period 1996-2002.

He received his Doctor of Medicine degree from the University of Barcelona in 2002.

Dr. Kobo continues his research and has been awarded grants:

•Interdepartmental Commission for Innovation of the Generalitat de Catalunya

•Scholarship Fund Universitaria Agustí Pedro i Pons

•Farreras Valentí & Schering Plough School of Hematology Scholarship

•Award for the best report at the Council of the Spanish Hematology Association

•Grant from the Catalan Society of Hematology

Specialization:

•Lymphoma

•Acute leukemia

•Chronic leukemia

•Autoimmune pancytopenia

Clinical experience

Residency in Urology Bellvitge University Hospital (2007/2012)

Urologist Bellvitge University Hospital. (May 2012/November 2021)

Head of Andrology Department, Bellvitge University Hospital. (February 2015/November 2021)

Head of Andrology Department Hospital Clínic of Barcelona (December 2021 present)

Director of the Institute of Andrology and Sexology. Quironsalud Group. (October 2015 January 2018).

Head of Andrology Department Teknon Medical Centre (November 2017 present)

Editor of the International Journal of Andrology (July 2016 present)

Clinical practice in the field of Reproductive Medicine and Sexology Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. New York City (USA) (March 2016 May 2016)

Education

Doctor of Medicine (Universitat de Barcelona) degree with honors, 2006

Specialization in Urology Hospital Universitari de Bellvitge, 2006 2012

Associate Professor of Clinical Andrology (Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona), 2014

Participant of the European Board of Urology (Bruselas UEMS), 2012

Member of the European Committee of Sexual Medicine (Estambul UEMS), 2014

The doctor is a specialist in Medical-Surgical Dermatology with over 45 years of experience. As the Clinical Head of Dermatology at Hospital de Sant Pau and Director of the Mohs Unit at the Autonomous University of Barcelona, the doctor has pioneered in the field of oncodermatology.

With expertise in Skin Cancer Prevention, Diagnosis, and Treatment, the doctor has performed over 1,400–2,000 Mohs Micrographic Surgery procedures, achieving cure rates higher than traditional methods. The doctor is also skilled in Photodynamic Therapy, Skin Cancer Screening, and STI management.

The doctor is a member of several prestigious societies and holds an average rating of 4.9/5 on TopDoctors and 9.9/10 on AiroMedical.

Dr. Javier Centeno obtained his Doctorate in Medicine and Surgery from the University of Barcelona in 1988 and completed his specialization in General and Gastrointestinal Surgery at the Hospital de Mutua de Terrassa between 1989 and 1993.

Afterwards, Dr. Centeno completed additional training in the colorectal surgery department at the Mayo Clinic de Rochester, Minnesota (USA). Since 1993, Dr. Centeno has been a leading specialist in the surgery department at the Teknon Medical Center.

Clinical and scientific work:

Co-organizer of the Seminar on Endorectal Ultrasound Diagnostics. Advances in Colon, Rectum and Anus Surgery. Barcelona. March 1995.

"Visiting Surgeon" in the Department of Colorectal Surgery, Cleveland Clinic Florida, Fort Lauderdale, Florida, USA, February 1996.

Advanced Course in Laparoscopic Colorectal Surgery. ICARD. EITS, Strasbourg. November 2002.

Postgraduate student, associate professor of the Department of Urogynecoproctological Physiotherapy.

School of Nursing and Physiotherapy, University of Blanquerna. Ramon Llull University. Barcelona. 2003 2015

Accreditation by ERAS-Society (Sweden) in 2016.

Member of scientific communities:

Asociación Española de Cirujanos

· Societat Catalana de Cirurgia

· American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons y de la University of Minnesota Alumni Association.