Doctors in Spain — Page 9

Dr. Alia Ramírez Camacho is a staff physician specializing in pediatric neurology at SJD Barcelona Children’s Hospital. She works within the Epilepsy Group, focusing on complex neurological conditions in children. Dr. Ramírez Camacho also serves as a clinical research assistant. Her research focuses on epilepsy, sleep, and neurofunctional disorders in pediatric patients.

• Treats childhood epilepsy and West syndrome.
• Contributes to clinical research in sleep and neurofunctional pediatric disorders.
• Works at a hospital ranked among the top three medical institutions in Europe.
• Practices at SJD Barcelona, a leading center for specialized pediatric care.

The doctor is a children's ophthalmologist with a specialization in the treatment of retinoblastoma. With extensive experience in pediatric eye care, the doctor focuses on the diagnosis and management of this rare eye cancer, employing advanced techniques to improve patient outcomes. The doctor is committed to research and innovation in the field, contributing to advancements in treatment protocols and patient care standards.

Pediatric orthopedist-traumatologist, specializes in surgical oncology

15 years of experience

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• He passed specialization in orthopedic surgery and traumatology at the Children's Research Hospital of St. Jude in Memphis, USA (2007-2008).
• Dr. Thorner Rubins currently teaches at the University of Barcelona.
• Нe is the head of the Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology at the Hospital Sant Joan de Déu in Barcelona.

Dr. Marta Morales Ballus is a pediatric ophthalmologist at SJD Barcelona Children’s Hospital. She specializes in surgery for congenital cataracts and pediatric anterior segment conditions. Dr. Ballus treats infants and children with complex eye disorders. She works at a hospital ranked among the top three pediatric centers in Europe.

• Specializes in strabismus treatment and surgical correction.
• Maintains membership in the European Paediatric Ophthalmological Society.
• Teaches medical students at Hospital Sant Joan de Déu Barcelona.
• Member of the Spanish Strabology Society and Catalan Society of Ophthalmology.

Dr. Jose Hinojosa Mena-Bernal is the Head of Neurosurgery at SJD Barcelona Children’s Hospital. He specializes in pediatric neuro-oncology, neuroendoscopy, and minimally invasive surgery. He holds the presidency of the Spanish Society of Pediatric Neurosurgery. Dr. Hinojosa trained at Montefiore Medical Center in the USA and the University of Heidelberg.

• Author of over 90 scientific publications in international medical journals.
• Performs complex procedures including DBS, CyberKnife, and Spina Bifida surgery.
• Former Head of Neurosurgery at major Spanish centers like Hospital Niño Jesús.
• Active member of the ISPN and European Association of Neurosurgical Societies.

Dr. Francesc Bosch is a world-renowned expert in chronic lymphocytic leukemia and lymphoma. He leads the Hematology Department at Vall d’Hebron University Hospital in Barcelona. Dr. Bosch currently manages over 80 clinical trials focused on new drug development. He is also the Head of Hematology at the IOB Institute of Oncology.

• President of the Spanish Group for the Study of Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia.
• Published over 100 articles in journals like Nature Medicine and Blood.
• Completed a two-year fellowship at Columbia University’s Institute of Cancer Genetics.
• Treats complex hematological conditions at JCI-accredited Hospital Quiron Barcelona.

Dr. Antonio de Lacy Fortuny is a surgical pioneer at Hospital Quiron Barcelona. He has performed 15,000+ surgeries and conducts over 1,000 minimally invasive procedures every year. He famously performed the world’s first gallbladder removal through the mouth. Dr. de Lacy also developed the TaTME technique for rectal cancer treatment.

• Serves as President of the Association of Surgeons-Endoscopists in Europe.
• First surgeon in the world to perform a transanal large intestine removal.
• Pioneered the NOTES method using natural openings to access the abdominal cavity.
• Specializes in robotic and laparoscopic surgery for colon, rectal, and esophageal cancer.

Dr. Fernando Azpiroz is a gastroenterologist at Hospital Quiron Barcelona. He serves as President of the European Society of Neurogastroenterology and Motility. Dr. Azpiroz specializes in gut motility, visceral sensitivity, and intestinal gas dynamics. He treats patients with functional gastrointestinal problems. He completed a three-year fellowship at the Mayo Clinic's Gastrointestinal Research Unit.

• Winner of the Janssen Award for Clinical Research in Digestive Diseases.
• Sits on the council of the International Motility Group.
• Practices at Hospital Quiron Barcelona, a JCI-accredited facility in Spain.
• Trained in general surgery at San Carlos University Hospital in Madrid.

Dr. Francesc Graus is a neuro-oncologist at Hospital Quiron Barcelona. He founded the European Association of Neuro-Oncology (EANO). Dr. Graus identified the antibodies now used globally to diagnose autoimmune neurological dysfunctions. He completed a neuro-oncology fellowship at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center in New York.

• Former President of the European Association of Neuro-Oncology.
• Served as Chief of Neurology at Hospital Clinic Barcelona.
• Treats brain tumors including gliomas, glioblastomas, and primary brain lymphomas.
• Holds a Doctor Honoris Causa from Lyon University.

Dr. Aleix Prat is a clinical oncologist at Hospital Quiron Barcelona. He specializes in gene expression and molecular subtypes of breast cancer. Dr. Prat serves as the President of the Board of Directors at SOLTI. He leads the breast cancer program at IOB-Quirón Salud.

• Holds three patents for breast cancer research and diagnostics.
• Authored over 160 publications with more than 13,400 citations.
• Served as an executive committee member of the Breast International Group.
• Works at a JCI-accredited hospital collaborating with major US centers.

Dr. Jesus Soberino is a clinical oncologist at Hospital Quiron Barcelona. He focuses on breast cancer and melanoma treatments. Dr. Soberino is a member of the Breast Cancer and Melanoma Units at Vall d’Hebron.

• Participated in trials approving palbociclib and ribociclib for metastatic breast cancer.
• Researched immunotherapy drugs leading to the approval of Pembrolizumab for melanoma.
• Contributed to trials for the melanoma drug combination of Nivolumab and Ipilimumab.
• Practices at the JCI-accredited Hospital Quiron Barcelona.

Dr. Ana Oaknin is a gynecologic oncologist at Hospital Quiron Barcelona. She serves as Co-Chair of the GEICO Group for ovarian cancer research. Dr. Oaknin leads the Gynaecological Tumour Unit at the Vall d’Hebron University Hospital. She is a faculty member for the European Society of Medical Oncology.

• Acts as Principal Investigator for clinical trials in ovarian, cervical, and endometrial cancer.
• Authored over 100 scientific publications and conference presentations.
• Specializes in immunology, DNA repair mechanisms, and immunotherapy.
• Works at JCI-accredited Hospital Quiron Barcelona, a top-ranked clinic in Spain.

Dr. Jose Angel Cabrera is the head of cardiology at Olympia Quironsalud in Madrid. He is a recognized expert in treating cardiac rhythm disturbances and atrial fibrillation. Dr. Cabrera performs percutaneous treatments and radiofrequency ablation for complex arrhythmias. He held a fellowship director role for the North American Society of Pacing and Electrophysiology.

• Directs the Chair of Clinical and Basic Translational Cardiology at the European University of Madrid.
• Completed research training at the National Heart & Lung Institute in London.
• Served as the associate head of the Arrhythmia Unit at Fundación Jiménez Díaz.
• Treats conditions including atherosclerosis, hypertension, and coronary artery disease.

Dr. Volkert Boudewijn Wreesmann is a head and neck surgeon at ANDSURGEONS Clinic in Barcelona. He performed 1,200 major oncologic resections during his fellowship at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center. Dr. Wreesmann specializes in complex thyroid surgery and facial plastic reconstruction for adults and children. He currently sits on the Editorial Board of the European Journal of Surgical Oncology.

• Trained for seven years as a surgeon and scientist in New York.
• Served as a consultant ENT surgeon for several UK National Health Service hospitals.
• Maintains specialist medical registrations in Spain, Andorra, the UK, and the Netherlands.
• Authored over 40 research reports on thyroid cancer and head and neck oncology.

Dr. Willian Kirchner is an expert in transformative coaching. He brings over 20 years of corporate management experience to help people achieve personal growth and balance. His approach blends energetic motivation with the use of feminine energy. This helps participants build resilience and become more authentic.

Dr. Kirchner’s retreats are known for high participant satisfaction and personal breakthroughs. Over 90% of attendees report better self-awareness and stronger life conviction. His focus on holistic development makes him a respected leader in his field. Many seek his guidance for meaningful self-discovery.

Dr. Ellen Christiaanse has led over 100 wellness retreats at the Alaya Retreat Center. She earned her Doctorate in Information Systems from MIT. She also holds a Master’s degree in Organizational Psychology. Dr. Christiaanse combines academic expertise with alternative healing methods in Spain.

• Certified Reiki Master, Yin Yoga teacher, and sound therapy healer.
• Expert in horse-assisted coaching and equine-facilitated meditation.
• Facilitates detox, spiritual, and communal women’s programs.
• Applies psychological principles to integrative wellness practices.

Dr. Rajasekar Malvathu is a consultant physician and nephrologist. He specializes in kidney disease, hypertension, and electrolyte disorders. He has been an FRACP fellow since 2010. Dr. Malvathu also has international clinical experience, including work in Oman.

He is known for his work in preventing chronic kidney disease. He has delivered integrated health services to Indigenous communities. Dr. Malvathu is committed to community health and uses evidence-based care in nephrology.