Doctors in Spain — Page 5

Dr. Eduardo Loeb Melus heads the Pulmonology Service at Teknon Medical Center in Barcelona. He is an active researcher at the Catalan Centre of Excellence in Pulmonology. Dr. Loeb Melus treats complex respiratory conditions like COPD, pneumonia, and asthma. He is a doctoral student at the Autonomous University of Barcelona.

• Coordinates clinical trials for the Vall d'Hebron Research Institute.
• Serves as the data manager for the EARCO European clinical registry.
• Authored several studies on blood biomarkers and asthma-COPD overlap.
• Performs lung cancer surgery and stem cell therapy for COPD.

Dr. Miquel Sans Cuffí is a gastroenterologist at Centro Médico Teknon in Barcelona. He is the author of over 150 publications and 500 conference presentations. Dr. Cuffí conducted research on inflammatory bowel diseases at Case Western Reserve University in Ohio. He treats complex conditions like Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis, and Barrett's esophagus.

• Former member of the Scientific Committee for the European Crohn’s and Colitis Organisation.
• Served as coordinator for the European IBDChip research project.
• Member of the American Gastroenterological Association and the Spanish Association of Gastroenterology.
• Performs specialized procedures including stomach resection and laparoscopic anti-reflux surgery.

Dr. Lana Bijelic is a surgical oncologist at Centro Médico Teknon in Barcelona. She has performed over 1,300 surgeries for complex cancer cases. Dr. Bijelic specializes in treating carcinomatosis and liver metastases. She trained under Prof. Paul Sugarbaker, a pioneer in peritoneal surface oncology. Her clinical practice includes international experience in the US, Spain, and Croatia.

• Certified by the American Board of Surgery.
• Performs HIPEC and complex resections for gastrointestinal cancers.
• Former Research Director in the Department of Surgery at Inova Fairfax Hospital.
• Member of the Society of Surgical Oncology and the American College of Surgeons.

Dr. Domenico Sabia is a gastrointestinal surgeon specializing in peritoneal oncology and complex abdominal cancers. He serves at the Department of Peritoneal Carcinomatosis within Centro Médico Teknon in Spain. Dr. Sabia focuses on surgical treatments for advanced pelvic and abdominal malignancies. He is a recognized investigator in national and international oncological surgery clinical trials.

• Performs cytoreductive surgery combined with HIPEC and PIPAC techniques.
• Treats stage 4 liver, stomach, and colon cancers.
• Maintains membership in the European Society of Surgical Oncology (ESSO).
• Is a member of the Peritoneal Surface Oncology Group International (PSOGI).

Dr. Fernando Castanera de Molina founded the Eye Clinic at Centro Médico Teknon in Barcelona. He is a primary pioneer of laser ophthalmic treatment in Spain. He was the first in the country to correct myopia using an excimer laser. Dr. Castanera de Molina also performed Spain's first collamer lens implantation for refractive errors.

• Specializes in glaucoma and cataract treatment using surgical micro valves.
• Delivered over 100 lectures on techniques for cataract and refractive surgeries.
• Member of the American and European Societies of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons.
• Practices at JCI-accredited Centro Médico Teknon, a preferred hospital for high-profile athletes.

Dr. Jose Maria Raventos is a surgical oncologist and general surgeon at Centro Médico Teknon. He is a founding member of the Teknon Medical Center faculty. Dr. Raventos focuses on abdominal, endocrine, and thyroid surgery. He provides complex cancer treatment and performs thyroid resections. He trained at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, a world-recognized medical institution.

• Completed laparoscopic surgery training in Strasbourg, Hamburg, and Munich.
• Holds a specialist title in general and digestive surgery.
• Certified by the French Society of Digestive Surgery in laparoscopic techniques.
• Works at Centro Médico Teknon, a JCI-accredited facility in Barcelona.

Dr. López Gil Francisco José is the Medical Director of the Dermatology Department at Centro Médico Teknon. He specializes in clinical, aesthetic, and oncological dermatology. Dr. López Gil focuses on skin cancer prevention and laser therapy. He leads a multidisciplinary team to treat hair loss and hyperhidrosis.

• Founded the dermatology department at the JCI-accredited Teknon Medical Center.
• Expert in dermatological surgery and surgical venereology.
• Performs ARTAS robotic hair transplants and stem cell rejuvenation.
• Established the DermAndTek clinic in Andorra for comprehensive skin care.

Dr. Carmen Martínez Chamorro is the Deputy Head of Hematology at Quironsalud Madrid Hospital. She is an oncohematologist specializing in adult bone marrow transplants. Dr. Chamorro treats complex cases of leukemia, lymphoma, and myeloma. She received the National Prize for Research in Surgery during her medical studies.

• Expert in stem cell procedures and adult hematologic oncology.
• Authored over 20 medical articles on blood disorders and treatments.
• Participated in over 60 national and international medical conferences.
• Practices at Quironsalud Madrid, ranked among the World's Best Hospitals by Newsweek.

Dr. Isabel Maria Blanco Herraez leads the Obstetrics and Gynaecology Unit at Quirónsalud Marbella. She specializes in humanized childbirth and low-intervention obstetric care. Dr. Blanco Herraez also developed a multidisciplinary breast unit for cancer management. She works at a JCI-accredited facility in Spain.

• Implemented specific protocols for humanized C-sections to improve patient participation.
• Treats complex conditions like endometriosis, uterine fibroids, and cervical dysplasia.
• Member of the Spanish Society of Cervical Pathology and Colposcopy.
• Performs Da Vinci robotic hysterectomies and laparoscopic tumor removals.

Dr. Antonio Gil-nagel Rein directs the Epilepsy Unit at Ruber International Hospital in Madrid. He is a pioneer in the genetic diagnosis and surgical treatment of complex epilepsy. Dr. Gil-nagel Rein previously taught at the University of Minnesota and Rush-Presbyterian-St. Luke's Medical Center. He treats refractory cases using interstitial laser treatment and Gamma Knife.

• Founder of the European Epilepsy Research Network and the European Association for Epilepsy Monitoring.
• Authored over 160 Scopus-indexed articles with more than 5,200 citations in neurology journals.
• Specializes in orphan conditions including Dravet syndrome and Lennox-Gastaut syndrome.
• Practices at JCI-accredited Ruber International, ranked among the top hospitals in Spain.

Dr. Erika María Torres San Narciso heads the Advanced Neurosciences Unit at Quironsalud Torrevieja. She specializes in neurodegenerative disorders, epilepsy, and movement disorders. Dr. Torres San Narciso previously served as Head of Neurology at two major Spanish hospitals. She treats complex conditions like Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, and multiple sclerosis.

• Member of the Spanish Society of Neurology and the Valencian Society of Neurology.
• Completed specialized training in movement disorders at the Universidad Oberta de Catalunya.
• Maintains research focus on movement disorders and clinical neurology.
• Practices at JCI-accredited Quironsalud Torrevieja, the leading center in southeastern Spain.

The doctor is a plastic, aesthetic, and reconstructive surgeon with education from Virgen de las Nieves University of Granada, Spain. The doctor completed an internship at the Kiron Clinic in Madrid and Westminster Hospital in London, gaining valuable international experience. The doctor is a member of the Spanish Society of Plastic and Aesthetic Surgery (SECPRE), highlighting a commitment to professional development and adherence to high standards in the field of plastic surgery.

Dr. Louise Stephenson is a certified addiction counselor at Satori Recovery Clinic in Marbella. She holds an MSc in Addiction Psychology and Counseling with Distinction from London South Bank University. Dr. Stephenson uses trauma-informed methods to treat alcoholism and drug addiction. She has worked in specialized treatment centers across Spain and the UK since 2009.

• Holds practitioner memberships with AP, ICADC, and MBACP.
• Certified in Schema Therapy and Interpersonal Group Therapy.
• Practices at a clinic with a 90% success rate for alcoholism treatment.
• Completed clinical training at The Metanoia Institute and Bath University.

Dr. Mireia Ruiz Castilla was ranked among Spain’s top five plastic surgeons by Forbes magazine. She participated in the world's first total face transplant procedure. Dr. Ruiz leads the plastic surgery departments at both Hospital Quiron Barcelona and Dexeus University Hospital. She earned a PhD in surgery with Summa Cum Laude honors.

• Specializes in microsurgical techniques for breast pathology and skin oncology.
• Treats complex conditions including burns, facial fractures, and hand injuries.
• Member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons.
• Founding member of the Women's Organization of Plastic Surgery in Spain.

Dr. Laura Buckley is an integrative counselor and psychotherapist at Satori Recovery Clinic in Marbella. She combines coaching psychology with therapeutic frameworks like Internal Family Systems and Transactional Analysis. Dr. Buckley specializes in treating emotional, social, and psychological difficulties for diverse patient groups.

• Accredited member of the Association for Coaching.
• Uses person-centered therapy and mindfulness techniques to tailor patient care.
• Member of the Irish Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy.
• Practices at Satori Recovery, which reports a 90% success rate for alcoholism treatment.

Dr. Antonio Allona is the Director of Urology at Hospital Ruber Internacional. He specializes in prostate cancer, reconstructive urology, and andrology. Dr. Allona is a Fellow of the European Board of Urology. He served as General Secretary of the Spanish Association of Urology for eight years.

• Earned his PhD cum laude for research on bladder replacement techniques.
• Served as a member of Spain’s National Commission of Urology.
• Treats complex conditions including urological cancers, azoospermia, and urethral strictures.
• Works at JCI-accredited Hospital Ruber Internacional, a Forbes-ranked top hospital in Spain.

Dr. Oriol Franch heads the neurology departments at two major hospitals in Madrid. He is a specialist in complex diagnostic cases and second medical opinions. Dr. Franch focuses on neuro-ophthalmology, movement disorders, and rare neurogenetic conditions. He works at the JCI-accredited Hospital Ruber Internacional, ranked among Spain's top six hospitals.

• Expert in Parkinson’s disease and neuromuscular disorder management.
• Authored peer-reviewed research for the Journal of Neurology and Acta Neuropathologica.
• Member of the American Academy of Neurology and the European Neurological Society.
• Provides multidisciplinary evaluations for international patients with unclear diagnoses.