Doctors in 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. Alejandro Camps is a dermatologist at Teknon Medical Center in Barcelona. He is a founder of the European Society of Mohs Micrographic Surgery. Dr. Camps specializes in skin cancer treatment and hair transplantation. He has practiced medical and surgical dermatology for several decades.

• Performs Mohs micrographic surgery for highly precise skin cancer removal.
• Expert in laser removal of vascular lesions, tattoos, and pigmented spots.
• Former President of the International Society of Dermatologic Surgery.
• Founder and Vice President of the Spanish Society of Hair Transplantology.

Dr. César García Madrid is a vascular surgeon and a pioneer in non-surgical varicose vein treatments. He introduced endoluminal radiofrequency and VenaSeal techniques to his clinical practice. Dr. Madrid serves as the Director of the Vascular Institute at Centro Médico Teknon. He has authored over 200 scientific papers on endovascular surgery.

• Specializes in minimally-invasive surgery for aortic aneurysms and chronic ischemia.
• Winner of the Spanish Society of Angiology and Vascular Surgery Prize.
• Recipient of the prestigious Goyanes and Fernando-Martorell Awards.
• Member of the European and International Societies for Vascular Surgery.

Dr. Francisco Castro Domínguez is a rheumatology specialist at Teknon Medical Center in Barcelona. He coordinates the Osteoarthritis Working Group of the Spanish Society of Rheumatology (ARTROSER). Dr. Castro Domínguez has authored over 50 scientific reports and articles throughout his career. He specializes in treating complex joint conditions, including lupus, gout, and spondylitis.

• Completed specialist training at Royal North Shore Hospital at the University of Sydney.
• Treats knee and hip osteoarthritis using specific research-based care protocols.
• Member of the European League Against Rheumatism (EMEUNET).
• Works at JCI-accredited Teknon Medical Center, a top-ranked facility by Newsweek.

Dr. Raul Felipe Abella has led over 5,000 cardiac operations with a 98.2% survival rate. He specializes in treating congenital heart disorders in infants, children, and adults. Dr. Abella heads the Cor Barcelona International Center at Hospital Universitario Dexeus. He also serves patients at the JCI-accredited Centro Médico Teknon.

• Authored over 200 scientific articles and spoke at 100 international conferences.
• Completed specialized surgical training in Italy, France, Switzerland, and the USA.
• Participated in 56 humanitarian missions to develop pediatric cardiac programs globally.
• Treats complex conditions including Tetralogy of Fallot and Atelocardia.

Dr. Carme Balana Quintero is a neuro-oncologist at Centro Médico Teknon in Barcelona. She specializes in brain tumor treatment and protocol development. Dr. Balana Quintero is the current President of the Spanish Neuro-oncology Research Group (GEINO). She also presides over the Catalan-Balearic Oncology Society.

• Authored over 400 scientific articles, books, and conference papers.
• Published research in The Lancet Oncology and Nature Reviews in Clinical Oncology.
• Developed national and European treatment protocols for the Spanish Society of Medical Oncology.
• Sits on the scientific committee of the European Association for Neuro-Oncology.

Dr. Álvaro Giner is an orthopedic dentist at the JCI-accredited Centro Médico Teknon in Barcelona. He specializes in restorative dentistry, occlusion, and aesthetic rehabilitation. Dr. Giner completed training at the Kois Center in Seattle, focusing on biomechanics and treatment planning. He manages complex cases involving TMJ dysfunction and periodontal interfaces.

• Completed a certificate in minimally invasive dentistry at the University of Valencia.
• Held an associate professor role in TMJ dysfunction at the International University of Catalonia.
• Completed an internship in maxillofacial surgery at Hospital Clínic de Valencia.
• Maintains clinical practice across multiple prestigious dental centers in Barcelona.

Dr. José Gonzálbez Morgaez is an endocrinologist at Centro Médico Teknon in Barcelona. He specializes in the treatment of diabetes, hyperthyroidism, and hypothyroidism. Dr. Gonzálbez Morgaez has been a member of the Teknon medical staff since 2002. He focuses on complex disorders involving the pituitary-adrenal axis and metabolic health.

• Treats patients at JCI-accredited Centro Médico Teknon.
• Former lecturer in Endocrinology at the International University of Catalonia.
• Completed a specialized scholarship focused on type I diabetes treatment.
• Performs radioiodine therapy and bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT).

Dr. Javier González Lagunas heads the Maxillofacial Surgery Department at Quironsalud Hospital Barcelona. He holds dual degrees in medicine and dentistry. Dr. González Lagunas is a former president of the Spanish Society of Maxillofacial Surgery. He works at the JCI-accredited Centro Médico Teknon.

• Specialize in complex orthognathic surgery and mandibular osteotomy.
• Authored two textbooks on implantology and over 50 scientific articles.
• Served as a member of the IAOMS Executive Committee.
• Member of the European Board of Maxillofacial Surgery.

Dr. Carlos Vergés Roger is a prize-winning ophthalmologist at Dexeus University Hospital in Barcelona. He won the National Research Prize for his groundbreaking study on tear secretion. This work became the foundation for modern dry eye syndrome treatment. Dr. Vergés Roger holds a PhD from Harvard University.

• Directs the Ophthalmology Service at Dexeus University Hospital.
• Winner of multiple awards from the American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery.
• Serves on the Executive Board of the International Society of Refractive Surgery.
• Treats cataracts, keratoconus, uveitis, and complex vision disorders.

Dr. Victor Casals Teixido is a leading orthopedic surgeon at Teknon Medical Center in Barcelona. He is a primary specialist for lower limb traumatology and complex foot and ankle surgery. Dr. Casals Teixido trained at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York. He treats bone infections and performs minimally invasive osteosynthesis for pelvic fractures.

• Specializes in microsurgery and arthroscopic procedures for joint recovery.
• Treats valgus deformities, bone tumors, and prosthetic joint infections.
• Member of prestigious national and international orthopedic associations.
• Works at JCI-accredited Teknon Medical Center, a preferred clinic for Olympic athletes.

Dr. Laureano Molins López-rodó is the head of thoracic surgery at Hospital Clínic de Barcelona. He also directs the thoracic surgery service at Centro Médico Teknon. He is a former president of the European Society of Thoracic Surgeons. Dr. Molins López-rodó completed training at the Mayo Clinic and Harvard Medical School.

• Published 145 scientific articles in national and international medical journals.
• Served as Co-President of the 11th World Conference on Lung Cancer in Barcelona.
• Is a member of the Royal European Academy of Doctors.
• Maintains board memberships in the American Association for Thoracic Surgery.

Dr. Gabriel Csanalonsi is a leading specialist in the otolaryngology department at Centro Médico Teknon. He specializes in otological surgery, otoneurology, and hearing pathology treatment for adults. Dr. Csanalonsi holds a medical degree from the Central University of Venezuela and a biology degree from Villanova University. He publishes research in prestigious medical journals and belongs to several international scientific communities.

• Expert in eardrum reconstruction and treating sensorineural hearing loss.
• Treats complex ENT conditions including sleep apnea, nasal polyps, and adenoids.
• Performs specialized diagnostics like brainstem evoked response audiometry.
• Practices at the JCI-accredited Centro Médico Teknon in Barcelona.

Dr. Marina Manchón is an aesthetic doctor at Centro Médico Teknon in Barcelona. She specializes in non-surgical rejuvenation, laser therapy, and medicinal cosmetology. Dr. Manchón has collaborated with the Plastic and Aesthetic Surgery Service at Teknon since 1995. She focuses on achieving harmonious, natural results using modern filler and toxin techniques.

• Medical Director for the cosmetic brand SkinCeuticals.
• Expert in laser medicine with a Master’s from the TEKNON Photomedicine Institute.
• Speaker for the Spanish Society of Aesthetic Medicine on aesthetic implants.
• Conducts clinical studies on the application of latest-generation facial fillers.