Doctors in Spain — Page 6

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.

The doctor is a specialist in Endocrinology and Nutrition, currently serving as the Head of the Endocrinology and Nutrition Department at Hospital Quirónsalud Torrevieja. With a medical degree from the Universidad de Santiago de Compostela and specialized training completed at Hospital Universitario Lucus Augusti-Lugo, the doctor possesses extensive expertise in managing diabetes mellitus, obesity, thyroid disorders, and complex metabolic conditions.

Focusing on comprehensive cardiometabolic risk management, the doctor emphasizes long-term health through personalized nutrition planning and patient education. The doctor is recognized for providing expert endocrine care within a multidisciplinary hospital environment, specifically catering to patients requiring advanced treatment for hormonal imbalances and metabolic syndrome.

The doctor is a highly regarded specialist in Orthopedic Surgery and Traumatology, currently serving as the Head of the Traumatology Department at Hospital Quirónsalud Torrevieja. With a Doctorate in Medicine and Surgery, the doctor possesses extensive expertise in sports traumatology, knee and shoulder surgery, and minimally invasive arthroscopic techniques. The doctor has provided medical care to the Spanish National Swimming Team since 1996 and serves as an editor for the European journal KSST.

Recognized for excellence in musculoskeletal injury treatment and degenerative joint conditions, the doctor is an active member of the European Society of Sports Traumatology, Knee Surgery and Arthroscopy, and has received awards for outstanding clinical research.

The doctor is a highly experienced urology specialist serving as the Head of the Urology Department at Hospital Quirónsalud Torrevieja since 2017. With a medical degree and specialization from Johannes Gutenberg University in Germany, the doctor has extensive clinical experience dating back to 2007. The doctor's expertise encompasses oncological urology, prostate diseases, and complex urinary tract conditions.

A key focus of the doctor's practice is robotic urological surgery, specifically utilizing the Da Vinci surgical system for prostate cancer procedures. The doctor has contributed to academic literature, including chapters in Differentialdiagnose Urologie, and maintains a strong focus on providing high-quality care for both local and international patients.

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. 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. 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.

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. 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.

Dr. Inmaculada Gómez Arrayás is one of the top 100 doctors in Spain according to Forbes. She serves as the Head of Traumatology at Ruber Internacional Hospital in Madrid. Dr. Arrayás is a pioneer in using navigation systems for precise joint replacement surgery. She specializes in minimally invasive hip and knee procedures and accelerated recovery protocols.

• Holds ISO 9001 certification for quality in hip and knee replacement surgeries.
• Performs knee and hip arthroscopy alongside complex joint reconstructions and revisions.
• Serves as an international member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons.
• Participates in clinical trials for venous thromboembolism prevention after joint surgery.

Dr. Enriqueta Felip is a clinical oncologist at Hospital Quiron Barcelona. She lead the 20th WCLC Congress as co-chair. Dr. Felip manages thoracic malignancies and oversees cancer clinical trials. She earned her medical degree and PhD from the Autonomous University of Barcelona.

• President of the Oncology Commission at Vall d’Hebron University Hospital.
• Winner of the first ESMO Women for Oncology Award.
• Former Vice-President of the Spanish Society of Medical Oncology.
• Served on the Board of Directors for the International Association for the Study of Lung Cancer.

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.