Doctors in Spain — Page 6

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. 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.

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. 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.

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. Daniel Alejandro Mazal is the Technical Director at Spain’s first proton therapy center in Madrid. He is a nuclear medicine physicist with over 140 scientific publications. Dr. Mazal manages complex proton therapy planning for pediatric and adult tumors. He secured over €50 million in research grants for radiotherapy and medical physics.

• Former Chairman of the Particle Therapy Cooperative Group (PTCOG).
• Served as Technical Director of the Proton Therapy Center at Institut Curie.
• Past scientific advisor to proton therapy centers in the US, Korea, and Italy.
• Was a visiting professor at Harvard Medical School and Massachusetts General Hospital.

Dr. Bruce Patrik Dos Santos Marcano is a specialist in plastic and reconstructive surgery at Quirónsalud Hospital Barcelona. He holds memberships in the American Society of Plastic Surgeons and the Spanish Society SECPRE. Dr. Marcano completed double residency training in plastic surgery and clinical biochemistry. He practices at JCI-accredited Quiron Barcelona, a facility recognized for using surgical robotics.

• Expert in aesthetic medicine with a Master’s degree from the University of Barcelona.
• Maintains registration with the General Medical Council in the United Kingdom.
• Trained in microsurgical techniques at the Parc Taulí Foundation.
• Contributed research as a co-author of specialized medical book chapters.

Dr. Manuel Chamorro is a maxillofacial surgeon at Olympia Quironsalud in Madrid. He specialized through the prestigious MIR program, ranking in the top 75 national candidates. Dr. Chamorro holds certification from the European Board of Oro-Maxillofacial Surgery.

• Specializes in orthognathic surgery, head and neck oncology, and dental implants.
• Treats complex conditions including facial paralysis and oral pathologies.
• Served as Head of Maxillofacial Surgery at several major Spanish hospitals.
• Works at Olympia Quironsalud, a JCI-accredited facility in the Quirónsalud network.

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. Said Barakat leads the Clinical Area and Supplementary Tests Unit at Quirónsalud Marbella. He is a recognized authority on cardiology in Andalusia. Dr. Barakat was appointed by the Saudi Arabian Embassy as health lead for their diplomatic corps. He manages complex heart conditions including arrhythmia, hypertension, and coronary artery disease.

• Authored medical books on electrocardiography, urgent care, and infectious endocarditis.
• Published over 80 scientific papers for international medical conferences.
• Performs cardiac catheterization, stent implants, and valve repairs.
• Practices at JCI-accredited Quirónsalud Marbella, part of Spain's largest private hospital group.

Dr. Navarro Vilches leads the Urology Unit at Quirónsalud Marbella Hospital. He specializes in male reproductive health and lower urinary tract surgery. Dr. Vilches completed a study stay at the Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center in New York. He is a co-founder of the Urologic Surgery Institute of Malaga.

• Expert in renal surgery and robotic da Vinci prostatectomy.
• Former member of the Renal Transplant Unit at Carlos Haya Hospital.
• Treats conditions including BPH, varicocele, and Peyronie's disease.
• Works at JCI-accredited Quirónsalud Marbella, part of Spain's largest private hospital group.

Dr. O Connor Reina is an ENT surgeon at Quirónsalud Marbella in Spain. He specializes in sleep respiratory disorders and sleep apnea treatment. He was the first doctor in Spain to place a soft palate implant. Dr. Reina also developed the world’s first telemedicine app for sleep apnea care.

• Co-directs the ENT units at Quironsalud Marbella and Quironsalud Campo de Gibraltar.
• Introduced myofunctional therapy to Spanish sleep units for obstructive sleep apnea.
• Authored the first European report on lateral pharyngoplasty techniques.
• President of the Spanish Commission of the Spanish Society of Respiratory Disorders.

Dr. Jesus Romero Imbroda is a neurologist at Quirónsalud Marbella. He is a Fellow of the European Board of Neurology. Dr. Romero Imbroda serves as an academic at the Royal Academy of Medicine. He focuses on multiple sclerosis research and complex neuromuscular disorders. The doctor also teaches at the University of Granada.

• Former President of the Andalusian Society of Neurology.
• Served on the Internal Residential Doctor Assessment Committee.
• Treats Parkinson's disease, epilepsy, and cognitive conditions.
• Performs deep brain stimulation and spinal cord stimulator procedures.

Dr. Alberto Maranes Antonanzas is a nephrologist at Quirónsalud Marbella in Spain. He was ranked among the best specialists in the country in 2023. Dr. Maranes Antonanzas has nearly 30 years of medical experience. He leads the Nephrology and Haemodialysis Unit at his clinic.

• Specializes in renal diseases associated with diabetic patients.
• Participated in the pancreatic islets transplant program for renal patients.
• Former President of the Commission of Pharmacists and Therapists.
• Works at JCI-accredited Quirónsalud Marbella, the only local private hospital with a dialysis unit.

Dr. Antonio Rivera Munoz directs the Plastic and Repair Surgery Unit at Quirónsalud Marbella Hospital. He specializes in breast surgery, body contouring, and facial procedures. Dr. Rivera Munoz holds a Master in Tissue Engineering from the University of Granada. He performs complex reconstructive surgery following mastectomies at the Breast Cancer Unit.

• Serves as co-director for surgical units in both Marbella and Campo de Gibraltar.
• Trained in major burn care and maxillofacial surgery.
• Treats specific male conditions including gynecomastia and male breast reduction.
• Surgical practice is based at the JCI-accredited Quirónsalud Marbella Hospital.

Dr. Francisco Javier Alzueta Rodriguez is a cardiologist at Quirónsalud Marbella. He specializes in cardiac arrhythmia, pacemaker implantation, and catheter ablation. Dr. Alzueta Rodriguez has written over 100 scientific publications and 23 books. He also serves as a Senior Lecturer at Malaga University. He previously coordinated the implantable defibrillator team for the Spanish Cardiology Society.

• Performs complex procedures including cryoablation and radiofrequency ablation with 3D mapping.
• Treats conditions such as atrial fibrillation, coronary artery disease, and hypertension.
• Maintains membership in the European Society of Cardiology and the European Heart Rhythm Association.
• Works at JCI-accredited Quirónsalud Marbella, part of Spain's largest private hospital group.