Doctors in Spain — Page 7

Dr. Josep Tabernero is a medical oncologist at Hospital Quirónsalud Barcelona. Forbes magazine recognized him among the five most influential cancer care leaders in Spain. He specializes in molecular targeted therapies and personalized medicine for digestive tumors. Dr. Tabernero directs the Vall d’Hebron Institute of Oncology.

• Served as a former President of the European Society for Medical Oncology.
• Acts as an advisor to the Spanish Ministry of Health.
• Recipient of the Cancer Care Award from the American Society of Clinical Oncology.
• Authored over 70 scientific papers on innovative cancer treatment techniques.

Dr. Pablo Clavel heads Neurosurgery and Spinal Surgery at the Clavel Institute in Barcelona. He specializes in brain tumor treatment and complex spinal interventions like laminectomy. Educated at Emory University and the University of California, San Diego. Dr. Clavel provides care at the JCI-accredited Hospital Quiron Barcelona.

• Performs deep brain stimulation, kyphoplasty, and craniotomy procedures.
• Treats specialized conditions including ependymomas, Tourette’s Syndrome, and mixed gliomas.
• Authored over 20 research papers published in international medical journals.
• Fluent in six languages, including English, Spanish, Russian, and German.

Dr. Fernando Reyes is the head of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at Olympia Quironsalud in Madrid. He specialized in sports physiotherapy with a history of treating elite professional athletes. Dr. Reyes treats athletic injuries, neurological conditions, and arthritis. He works at JCI-accredited Olympia Quironsalud — part of Spain’s largest hospital network.

• Former physiotherapist for Real Madrid Football Club and the Spanish Basketball Federation.
• Served as the physiotherapist for the Spanish Baseball Federation.
• Directs the Master’s Program in Sports Physiotherapy at Camilo José Cela University.
• President of the Spanish Athletic Training Association (SATTA).

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. 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. Daniel Ríos Simón is an ophthalmologist at Quirónsalud Marbella. He specializes in strabismus treatment and pediatric eye care. He performs cataract surgeries using monofocal, toric, and multifocal premium lenses. Dr. Ríos Simón earned his medical degree from the University of Malaga. He holds a Master of Clinical Ophthalmology from University CEU-Cardenal Herrera.

• Treats complex conditions like amblyopia, keratoconus, and diabetic retinopathy.
• Performs specialized surgeries for pterygium and anterior segment disorders.
• Completed fellowship training at University Hospital Ramon y Cajal in Madrid.
• Works at Quirónsalud Marbella, a JCI-accredited facility in Spain.

Dr. Nuria Martínez Moreno is a radiation oncologist at Hospital Ruber Internacional in Madrid. She has treated over 7,000 patients using Gamma Knife radiosurgery. Dr. Martínez Moreno specializes in complex brain pathologies, including tumors and functional disorders. She works within a multidisciplinary team alongside world-renowned neurosurgery specialists.

• Member of the International Gamma Knife Consortium led by the University of Pittsburgh.
• Treats benign and malignant brain tumors, vascular malformations, and refractory epilepsy.
• Professor of the International Master of Radiosurgery at the Complutense University of Madrid.
• Practices at JCI-accredited Hospital Ruber Internacional, ranked among Spain's top six hospitals.

Dr. Joseba Rebollo Liceaga is a clinical oncologist at Quirónsalud Alicante. He focuses on personalized cancer treatments and gene-based therapies for metastatic breast cancer. Dr. Rebollo Liceaga teaches as a professor of Multidisciplinary and Personalized Oncology. He treats various conditions, including prostate, colon, and thyroid cancers.

• Former Head of Oncology at Clínica San Miguel and Hospital General de Villalba.
• Researches electrochemotherapy and multidisciplinary approaches for complex cases.
• Practices at JCI-accredited Quirónsalud Torrevieja, a leading center in southeastern Spain.
• Expert in diagnostics using PET-CT, mammography, and tumor marker blood tests.

Dr. Manuel Sureda González is a oncologist at Quirónsalud Torrevieja in Spain. He pioneered personalized anti-tumor vaccines and molecular-guided chemotherapy in Spain. Dr. Sureda González completed a fellowship in immunotherapy at the Cleveland Clinic. He focuses on RNA microarrays and pharmacogenomics for tailored cancer care.

• Authored over 120 scientific papers on cancer immunotherapy and drug personalization.
• Former Director of the Cancer Institute at the General Hospital of Catalonia.
• Performs high-dose interleukin-2 therapy and intraoperative chemotherapy (HIPEC).
• Member of ASCO, ASH, and the American Association for Cancer Research.

Dr. Pedro Bretcha Boix is a senior surgical oncologist at Hospital Quironsalud Torrevieja in Spain. He is a primary international reference for HIPEC and laparoscopic cancer surgery. Dr. Bretcha Boix serves as Associate Professor at Saint Anthony Catholic University. He works at a JCI-accredited facility equipped with the Da Vinci robotic system.

• Authored over 48 publications with more than 1,100 citations in surgical oncology.
• Specializes in cytoreductive surgery with HIPEC for peritoneal carcinomatosis.
• Expert in minimally invasive robotic and laparoscopic techniques for gastrointestinal cancers.
• Treats complex colorectal, gastric, and pancreatic malignancies using multidisciplinary planning.

Dr. José Carlos Pascual Ramírez is a dermatologist at Quironsalud Torrevieja in Spain. He specializes in dermatopathology and hidradenitis suppurativa. Dr. Pascual Ramírez holds International Board Certification in Dermatopathology. He has authored over 50 scientific publications in his field.

• Completed specialized fellowships at St John's Institute of Dermatology in London.
• Obtained training in Winston-Salem, USA, and Copenhagen, Denmark.
• Member of the European Hidradenitis Suppurativa Foundation.
• Expert in dermoscopy and the Spanish Group of Dermatopathology.

Dr. Juan Carlos Casado Morente is a specialist in voice pitch change surgery at Quirónsalud Marbella. He is a founding member of the International Association of Trans Voice Surgeons (IATVS). Dr. Casado Morente leads the ENT units at two major hospitals in Spain. He is a recognized authority in voice feminization and masculinization for transgender patients.

• Authored the textbook Voice Feminisation: A Multidisciplinary Approach in Transgender Women.
• Serves as President of the Commission of Laryngology, Voice, and Deglutition (SEORL).
• Performs complex procedures including cochlear implants, stapedectomy, and endolaryngeal microsurgery.
• Treats patients at Quirónsalud Marbella, a JCI-accredited facility in Spain.

Dr. Javier Moreno Izarra leads the Infectious Disease Unit at Quirónsalud Marbella in Spain. He is a primary care and regenerative medicine specialist. He focuses on antimicrobial resistance and the optimization of antibiotic use. Dr. Moreno Izarra manages comprehensive care for chronic conditions like diabetes and heart disease.

• Member of the Spanish Society of Infectious Disease and Clinical Microbiology.
• Coordinates emergency and hospitalization units for high-resolution medical centers.
• Performs premium medical check-ups and body composition analysis.
• Treats complex chronic pain and manages long-term drug therapies.

Dr. Antonio Gosálvez Vega directs the Assisted Reproduction Unit at Quironsalud Madrid. He specializes in IVF and complex fertility treatments. He is a member of the American Society for Reproductive Medicine. Dr. Vega treats conditions like endometriosis and polycystic ovaries at Spain's top-ranked hospital.

• Performs robotic sacrohysteropexy and laparoscopic surgery for endometriosis.
• Provides PRP ovarian rejuvenation and bioidentical hormone replacement therapy.
• Former professor of the Master in Human Reproduction at Complutense University.
• Maintains membership in the European Society of Human Reproduction.

Dr. Helena Åkesson is an addiction specialist and CBT therapist at Satori Recovery Clinic in Marbella. She integrates cognitive behavioral therapy with 12-step program foundations. Dr. Åkesson previously served as Operations Manager in private addiction treatment for over a decade. She treats alcoholism, drug addiction, and co-occurring mental health conditions.

• Trained in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Motivational Interviewing (MI).
• Certified in NADA-acupuncture and holds a degree in behavioral science.
• Treats patients at a clinic reporting a 90% success rate for alcoholism.
• Provides both group and individual therapy sessions for recovery.

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. Gallardo Pedrajas heads the Vascular Surgery Unit at Quirónsalud Marbella in Spain. He sits on the Board of Directors for the Spanish Vascular Surgery Society. Dr. Pedrajas also serves as a Professor for the European Society of Vascular Surgery Academy. He holds specialized certification for managing vascular laboratories and medical X-ray facilities.

• Expert in minimally invasive treatments for varicose veins and aortic aneurysms.
• Performs complex procedures including carotid endarterectomy and bypass surgery.
• Presented and published over 100 medical lectures and scientific research papers.
• Provides care at a JCI-accredited hospital, a global gold standard for safety.

Dr. José Miguel Esteban Lopez-jamar is a pioneer of endoscopic ultrasound in Spain. He heads the Digestive Endoscopy and Digestive Diseases Units at Hospital Ruber Internacional. Dr. Lopez-jamar specializes in complex interventional endoscopy and minimally invasive treatments. He treats patients at a JCI-accredited hospital ranked among Spain’s top 6 medical centers.

• Served as the Head of Endoscopy at Hospital Clínico San Carlos.
• Completed specialized training at centers in Amsterdam, Marseille, and Shanghai.
• Expert in Barrett’s esophagus and endoscopic obesity treatments.
• Member of the European Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (ESGE).

Dr. Lucía González Cortijo is the Head of Medical Oncology at Hospital Universitario Quirónsalud Madrid. She specializes in breast and gynecologic cancers, including ovarian and cervical malignancies. Dr. González Cortijo holds a PhD cum laude and a Master’s in Molecular Oncology. She focuses on precision oncology, immunotherapy, and targeted treatments.

• Principal Investigator in over 20 Phase II–III clinical trials.
• Participated as a sub-investigator in more than 50 international trials.
• Member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) and ESMO.
• Founder of the La Vida en Rosa Foundation for women with cancer.

Dr. Borja Nuñez de Aysa is a sports medicine specialist at Olympia Quirónsalud in Madrid. He has worked in the medical services of prestigious clubs like Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid. Dr. Nuñez de Aysa leads the Ultrasound Interventional and Biological Therapies Unit. He specializes in treating musculoskeletal injuries for elite and amateur athletes.

• Utilizes regenerative therapies including plasma rich in growth factors (PRGF) and stem cells.
• Treats sports injuries using ultrasound-guided techniques for high precision.
• Graduated from the University of Alcalá with the first prize in clinical evaluation.
• Works at Olympia Quirónsalud, a JCI-accredited facility in Spain.