Doctors in Marbella, Spain — Page 2

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. 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. 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. 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. 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.