Doctors in Spain — Page 9

Dr. Victor Alfaro is a podiatry and biomechanics specialist at Olympia Quironsalud in Madrid. He co-authored the 3D Scan Sport Podoactiva system used worldwide for gait analysis. Dr. Alfaro serves as the podiatrist for the CAI Zaragoza professional basketball club.

• CEO of Podoactiva and head of podiatry at the Quironsalud Group.
• Winner of the National Prize for Arts and Applied Sciences in Sports.
• Named Scientist of the Year in Aragon for his contributions to biomechanics.
• Lecturer at major Spanish institutions including Comillas and San Jorge University.

Dr. Arturo Gracia Sañudo heads the psychology department at Olympia Quironsalud in Madrid. He is a former high-performance athlete who integrates sports psychology with clinical practice. Dr. Gracia developed the unique RIOSA method used by specialists throughout Spain. He adapts mental health strategies for both professional athletes and high-level corporate teams.

• Served as a sports psychologist for Real Madrid.
• Authored the life leadership book "Pasa a la acción, cómo liderar tu vida."
• Holds multiple master’s degrees in sports performance and positive psychology.
• Works at JCI-accredited Olympia Quironsalud within Spain’s largest hospital network.

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. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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 radiofrequency ablation to treat complex heart arrhythmias. He uses his research in cardiac morphology to improve interventional heart procedures. Dr. Cabrera treats patients at a JCI-accredited medical center in Spain.

• Directs the Chair of Clinical and Basic Translational Cardiology at European University.
• Served as the associate head of the Arrhythmia Unit at Fundación Jiménez Díaz.
• Completed senior research training at the National Heart & Lung Institute in London.
• Former program director for the North American Society of Pacing and Electrophysiology.

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. 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. 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. 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. 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.