Carme Fons
- 4.8 Excellent • 41 reviews
- 25 years of experience
- Spain, Barcelona, SJD Barcelona Children’s Hospital
- Pediatric neurologist
Dr. Francesc Graus is a neurologist with expertise in paraneoplastic neurological syndromes, gliomas, and primary brain lymphomas. He established the first strict diagnostic criteria for paraneoplastic syndromes. He also identified important antibodies that are now used in diagnosis. His research showed the link between tumors and autoimmune neurological attacks.
Dr. Graus earned his MD and PhD from Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona. He completed his neurology residency in Barcelona and a neuro-oncology fellowship at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center. He is an Emeritus investigator at IDIBAPS. He founded and served as president of the European Association of Neuro-Oncology. He is also the former chief of neurology at Hospital Clinic Barcelona.
Dr. Jesus Soberino is an oncologist at Vall d’Hebron University Hospital and the Vall d’Hebron Institute of Oncology (VHIO). He specializes in breast cancer and melanoma. Dr. Soberino has led many phase 1–3 clinical trials. His work has helped approve important drugs, including CDK4/6 inhibitors for metastatic breast cancer and immunotherapies for melanoma.
His areas of expertise include endocrine therapy, managing hormone resistance, and developing new immunotherapies. Dr. Soberino is known for his patient-centered care. He actively collaborates in research to improve cancer treatment. He is accredited by VHIO and is a key member of the Breast Cancer and Melanoma Units.
Dr. Karin P. Q. Oomen, MD PhD
Consultant ENT Surgeon
www.andsurgeons.com
Date of Birth: 13 August 1977
Biology, University of Utrecht — Sep 1995 – Sep 1996
Doctoral Degree in Medicine, University of Utrecht — Sep 1996 – Dec 2001
M.D., School of Medicine, University of Utrecht — Dec 2001 – Dec 2003
Senior House Officer, ENT Surgery, UMC Utrecht — Aug 2004 – Jan 2006
Residency, ENT Surgery, UMC Utrecht/Wilhelmina Children's Hospital — Feb 2006 – Feb 2011
PhD, Dept. of Anatomy & ENT Surgery, University of Utrecht — Feb 2011 – May 2011
Thesis: Anatomical and clinical appraisal of the pterygopalatine ganglion. Defended: 27 May 2011
United States: ECFMG Certification — 1 May 2012
United States: Medical Licencing Examination (USMLE) — 1 May 2012
Step I: 203/84
Step IIa – Clinical Knowledge: 223/80
Step IIb – Clinical Skills: Pass
Paediatric Otolaryngology, Weill Cornell Medical College, New York, USA — Aug 2011 – Aug 2013
Current Positions (since 2022)
Consultant ENT Surgeon & Owner, ANDSURGEONS, Andorra
Consultant ENT Surgeon, Clínica Omega Zeta & Clínica Som Salut, Andorra
Consultant ENT Surgeon, Centro Medico Teknon (Barcelona) Spain, Juaneda Clinics, Menorca, Spain, Avantmedic (Lleida), Spain
Consultant ENT Surgeon, Medinet, Portland Clinical, Imperial College London (Honorary Contract)
Previous Roles
Paediatric Otolaryngologist, UMC Utrecht/Wilhelmina Children’s Hospital — Feb 2014 – Feb 2016
Specialized in pediatric and adult ENT, with specific focus on voice, airway, cleft palate and laryngotracheal surgery.
Consultant ENT Surgeon, Queen Alexandra Hospital, Portsmouth, UK — Sep 2017 – December 2020
United Kingdom: GMC #7511829 – Fully Registered, Specialist Registration
Netherlands: BIG #49061371701 – Physician (since Dec 2023)
Netherlands: RGS #1910932 – Otolaryngologist (since Feb 2011)
Spain: COMB #65907 (Barcelona)
Andorra: RPS #03255, Collegiat #913
Dutch: Native
English: Full Professional Proficiency
Spanish: Professional Working Proficiency
German: Professional Working Proficiency
French: Professional Working Proficiency
Catalan: Limited working proficiency
Cleft lip and palate repair, Antigua, Guatemala — MMFC — Jun 2012
Full list available at: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?term=Oomen+k&sort=date
Oomen KP, Paramasivam S, Waner M, Niimi Y, Fifi JT, Berenstein A, O TM.
Laryngoscope. 2016 Jan;126(1):205-11.
2. Thyroglossal duct cyst and ectopic thyroid: surgical management.
Oomen KP, Modi VK, Maddalozzo
J.Otolaryngol Clin North Am. 2015 Feb;48(1):15-27.
3. Epiglottopexy with and without lingual tonsillectomy.
Oomen KP, Modi VK.
Laryngoscope. 2014 Apr;124(4):1019-22.
4. Evidence-based practice: pediatric tonsillectomy.
Oomen KP, Modi VK, Stewart MG.
Otolaryngol Clin North Am. 2012 Oct;45(5):1071-81
5. Effect of adenotonsillectomy on middle ear status in children.
Oomen KP, Rovers MM, van den Akker EH, van Staaij BK, Hoes AW, Schilder AG.
Laryngoscope. 2005 Apr;115(4):731-4.
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:
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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
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
Experience
Education
Scientific activity
Teaching
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.
Experience
- Resident physician in the ophthalmology service of Bellvitge Hospital (2001).
-Commission for training in surgery (cataract surgery) at the San Rafael Hospital
- Study Committee of the Clinical and University Hospital of Santiago de Compostela in the Department of Oculoplastic and Orbital Surgery (Drs. Perez-Moreira and Prada, 2001)
Assistance in consultation and surgery at the Teknoftal Institut Oftàlmic and head of the orbital and oculoplastics department (since 1999)
Since 2001, Deputy Ophthalmologist of the Health Service and the University City of Bellvitge. Since 2003, Head of the Orbital and Oculoplastics Department with accreditation by the Center for Surveillance in Orbital Tumors and Orbital Decompression Surgery for Thyroid Disease.
Resident Lecturer (since 2006)
Specializations: lens surgery, refractive surgery, orbital surgery, lacrimal duct surgery and oculoplastics.
Qualification
Graduate of the Faculty of Medicine and Surgery of the University of Barcelona with outstanding qualifications and an outstanding award
Ophthalmology specialist via MIR
Doctorate at the Autonomous University of Barcelona
Publications
Participation in more than 20 national and international round tables.
Presentation of 25 courses and 46 papers at national and international conferences.
Publication of 2 original articles in national and international specialized journals.
Co-author of 3 books on ophthalmology.
Scientific societies
Member and Fellow of the Spanish Society of Ocular and Orbital Plastic Surgery.
Member and Associate of the Catalan Society of Ophthalmology.
Member of the Ulsa del Mona Foundation, Maputo Hospital, Mozambique 2008
Dr. Sullivan graduated in Medicine and Surgery from the National University of Rosario in 2005, specializing in Medical Oncology through the MIR at the Santa Creu i Sant Pau Hospital (HSCiSP, 2012) in Barcelona.
She received a post-MIR scholarship from the Ministry of Interior from HSPiSP (2012) and then a pre-doctoral scholarship from ISCiii (Rio Hortega – 2013-2015).
In 2014, he moved to Paris where he obtained a DUERTECC diploma at the Gustave Roussy University Hospital (Villejuif), followed by an ESMO scholarship (Georges Mathé Translator Scholarship), which he received in 2016.
Since January 2017, he has been working on the staff of the Medical Oncology Department of the HSCiSP. In the same year, he obtained his PhD from the Autonomous University of Barcelona.
Since 2015, he has been a member of the Board of Directors of the Spanish Lung Cancer Group (GECP). And since 2022, he has been the coordinator of the HSCiSP Committee on Neuroendocrine Tumors.
In November 2021, she joined the IOR Medical Oncology Service and is actively involved in various research projects in the Pangea Lab under the supervision of Dr. Molina.
Dr. Sullivan is involved in several clinical trials in lung cancer and neuroendocrine tumors, many of which have been presented at various international scientific meetings.
She has participated in national and international conferences and is an author and co-author of research articles published in influential journals.
She is currently a member of the Spanish Society of Medical Oncology (SEOM), GECP, European Society of Medical Oncology (ESMO), American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO), European Organization for Research and Treatment of Cancer (EORTC) and the Spanish Group of Neuroendocrine and Endocrine Tumors (GETNE).
In his daily practice he pays special attention to:
Mohs micrographic surgery (a highly specialized surgical treatment for skin cancer).
Hair research and hair transplantation.
Removal of vascular lesions, pigmented lesions and tattoos using laser.
Skin rejuvenation (laser, peeling, botulinum toxin, fillers) and treatment of pigmented lesions.
Under his leadership, his team performs laser hair removal procedures and other cosmetic procedures.
In addition to other skin pathologies: acne, warts, psoriasis, surgical removal and periodic fight against moles and freckles, atopy, urticaria, etc.
Dr. Camps is President of the International Society of Dermatologic Surgery and founder of the European Society of Mohs Micrographic Surgery, and holds other positions in scientific organizations.
Medical and surgical dermatologist at the Teknon Medical Center
Doctor of Medicine and Surgery, University of Barcelona.
Specialist in medical and surgical dermatology. Doctoral dissertation: "Mohs micrographic surgery".
Expert in dermatological surgery aimed at treating skin tumors.
Head of the Dermatology Service at the General Hospital of Catalonia.
Medical Director of Dermals, S.L. (Teknon Medical Center) since its foundation.
Founder of the European Society of Mohs Micrographic Surgery.
He was President of the International Society of Dermatologic Surgery (ISDS).
Vice President of the Spanish Skin Cancer Association (ASECUT).
Founder of the Spanish Laser Group, belonging to the Spanish Academy of Dermatology (AED).
Founder and Vice President of the Spanish Society of Hair Transplantology.
Active member of a number of national and international dermatological societies.
Organizer, co-author and speaker of numerous courses on dermatology and dermatologic surgery at national and international level.
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.
Dr. Fernandez Oliva graduated with honors from the Faculty of Medicine of the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, specializing in Medicine and Surgery.
Completed his residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at the Hospital de la Vall d'Hebrón, Barcelona.
The doctor combines clinical practice with continuous education and scientific work.
Lecturer at the CTO Medical Academy.
Participant of courses and congresses:
- Congress of the European Society for Gynaecological Endoscopy (ESGE), 2015
- Course in Medical Genetics and Fetal Medicine, Catalan Society of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Barcelona 2015
- Course in robotic and laparoscopic surgery, Hospital Vall d'Hebrón, Barcelona 2016
- Congress of the Sociedad Española de Ginecología y Obstetricia (SEGO), 2017.
Current areas of scientific research:
- Prevention of preeclampsia in early pregnancy
- Immunological interaction between the mother and the fetus
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.
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.
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.
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.