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 Dr. Jordi Farrando

 Ophthalmologist

 Dexeus University Hospital 
, Barcelona, Spain

 15 Years of experience

Speaks: English , Spanish , Catalan

Dr. Jordi Farrando
Qualifications & Training:

• Degree in Medicine and Surgery, Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona (UAB)

• Specialist training in Ophthalmology at Hospital Vall d’Hebrón, Barcelona

• Sub-specialized in retina, vitreous, cataract, and ocular trauma

Professional Background:
Dr. Farrando practices in Barcelona, focusing on retinal and vitreous diseases, cataract surgery, and refractive procedures. He has been involved in research on retinal disorders and ocular surgery and has held roles in multiple hospitals including the Institute Oftalmológico Quirón Barcelona.

Step-by-Step Breakdown of Services and History:

1. Obtained medical degree from Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona (UAB)

2. Completed ophthalmology specialization at Hospital Vall d’Hebrón

3. Gained additional surgical and clinical experience in retina & vitreous, cataract, and ocular trauma

4. Joined the retina and vitreous surgical team in Barcelona, providing microsurgical intervention for ophthalmic diseases

5. Currently practices in Barcelona, offering cataract surgery, vitreoretinal procedures, refractive surgery, and general ophthalmic care

Notable Achievements:

• Published research on retinal disease and ocular surgery, including work funded by a FIS grant

• Recognized for expertise in vitreoretinal surgery in Spain

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 Dr. Gorka Knorr

 Pediatric Orthopedician

 Centro Medico Teknon 
, Barcelona, Spain

 20 Years of experience

Speaks: Spanish , English

Dr. Gorka Knorr

Qualifications & Training:

• Medicine and Surgery, University of the Basque Country

• Specialty in Traumatology and Orthopedic Surgery

• Advanced pediatric orthopedic training in Toulouse, France

Professional Background:
Dr. Knorr is a pediatric orthopedic surgeon practicing at Centro Médico Teknon in Barcelona. He has served as Head of Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery & Traumatology at Sant Joan de Déu University Hospital and directed pediatric trauma departments at Vall d’Hebron Hospital. He has participated in humanitarian surgical missions in Burkina Faso, Vietnam, Benin, and Bolivia.

Areas of Expertise & Services:

• Knee, ankle, and foot pathology in children

• Minimally invasive surgery including hallux valgus procedures

• Treatment of congenital deformities such as metatarsus adductus

• Arthroscopy, meniscal repair, pediatric ACL techniques

• Pediatric traumatology including fractures, limb deformities, and joint injuries

Step-by-Step Career & Achievements:

1. Medical degree, University of the Basque Country

2. Specialty in Orthopedic Surgery and Traumatology

3. Early training in pediatric orthopedics in Toulouse

4. Leadership roles in pediatric orthopedic departments in Barcelona hospitals

5. Practice at Centro Médico Teknon focusing on pediatric musculoskeletal care

6. Published over 46 research articles and chapters in peer-reviewed journals

7. Awarded the Elsevier-Masson Award for work on congenital scoliosis

8. Combines operative care, teaching, research, and global humanitarian missions

Notable Achievements:

• National and international recognition in pediatric orthopedics

• Contributions to arthroscopic techniques in pediatric foot deformities

• Active roles in Spanish and European pediatric orthopedic societies

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 Dr. Raimon Mirabell

 Oncologist

 Hospital Quironsalud Barcelona 
, Barcelona, Spain

 38 Years of experience

Speaks: Spanish , English

Dr. Raimon Miralbell Izard
Specialization: Radiation Oncologist
Hospital Affiliation: Hospital Quirónsalud Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
Years of Experience: 38 years

Qualifications:

• M.D., University of Geneva, Switzerland

• Residency in Radiotherapy, Hospital de Sant Pau, Barcelona

• Fellowships: Royal Marsden Hospital (UK), City of Hope National Medical Center (USA), Harvard Cyclotron / Massachusetts General Hospital (USA)

• Professor of Medicine, University of Geneva

Professional Background:
Dr. Raimon Miralbell Izard is a senior radiation oncologist with extensive international experience. He has served as Director of the Radiation Oncology Service at Instituto Oncológico Teknon in Barcelona. He specializes in advanced radiotherapy techniques including proton therapy, stereotactic radiosurgery, and image-guided radiotherapy.

Step-by-Step Breakdown of Services and History:

1. Completed residency in Radiotherapy at Hospital de Sant Pau, Barcelona

2. Fellowship at Royal Marsden Hospital, UK

3. Internship at City of Hope National Medical Center, USA

4. Senior resident and clinical research fellow at Harvard Cyclotron / Massachusetts General Hospital, USA

5. Director of Radiation Oncology Service, Instituto Oncológico Teknon, Barcelona

6. Current practice includes high-precision radiotherapy such as IMRT, SBRT, proton therapy, and multidisciplinary cancer care for prostate, breast, brain tumors, and oligometastatic disease

Notable Achievements:

• President of the Swiss Proton Users Group

• Over 170 peer-reviewed publications in radiotherapy, proton therapy, and oncologic imaging

• Member of the Group for Radiotherapy of Brain Tumors (EORTC) and expert in image-guided radiotherapy

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 Dr. Carlos Verges Roger

 Ophthalmologist

 Instituto Oftalmologico Quironsalud Dexeus 
, Barcelona, Spain

 31 Years of experience

Speaks: English , French

Dr. Carlos Verges Roger
Specialization: Ophthalmologist
Location: Barcelona, Spain

Professional Background:
Dr. Carlos Verges Roger is an ophthalmologist based in Barcelona, Spain, specializing in cataract surgery, refractive laser procedures, corneal transplantation, and dry eye syndrome.

Qualifications:

• Degree in Medicine and Surgery, University of Barcelona, 1980

• Doctorate in Biology from Harvard University, 1983

• Specialist training in corneal pathology and anterior segment surgery in Boston (USA), Moorfields Eye Hospital (UK), and Hôpital de Dieu (France)

Professional Experience & Career Timeline:

1. 1983‑1986: Assistant Professor of Ophthalmology, University of Barcelona

2. 1986‑1989: Head of Anterior Segment Unit, Ophthalmology Department, Hospital Clínic de Barcelona

3. 1989‑1999: Head of Ophthalmology Department, Clínica Sagrada Familia, Barcelona

4. 2000‑2007: Head of Ophthalmology Department, Institut Universitari Dexeus, Barcelona

5. 2007‑present: Director of Área Oftalmológica Avanzada Dr. Vergés, Barcelona

6. 2018‑present: Head of Ophthalmology Department, Hospital Universitari Dexeus – Quirónsalud, Barcelona

Areas of Clinical Focus:

• Micro‑incision cataract surgery and advanced intraocular lenses

• Laser‑assisted refractive surgery for presbyopia and myopia

• Corneal transplantation and treatment of dry‑eye syndrome

Notable Achievements:

• National Research Award (1983) for doctoral thesis on tear secretion

• Pioneered micro‑incision cataract surgery and laser‑assisted techniques in Spain

• Member of the International Society of Refractive Surgery (ISRS) and American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO)

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Dr. Pablo Clavel Laria

 Neurosurgeon

 Hospital Quironsalud Barcelona 
, Barcelona, Spain

 
 25 Years of experience

Speaks: Spanish , English

Dr. Pablo Clavel Laria
Specialization: Neurosurgeon
Hospital Affiliation: Hospital Quirónsalud Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
Years of Experience: Approximately 25 years

Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery, University of Barcelona, 1993

• Specialist in Neurosurgery, Hospital de la Santa Creu i Sant Pau, Barcelona, 2000

• USMLE Parts I & II

• Additional training at Emory University (USA), University of Oklahoma (USA), University of California San Diego (USA), University of Padova (Italy)

Professional Background:
Dr. Pablo Clavel Laria is Director of the Neurosurgery and Spinal Surgery team at Instituto Clavel, Hospital Quirónsalud Barcelona. He specializes in spinal surgery, robotic surgery, neuronavigation, and brain tumor surgery. He began practicing neurosurgery in Barcelona around 1995 and founded Instituto Clavel in 2011 as a center of reference for spine and skull surgery.

Step-by-Step Breakdown of Services and History:

1. 1993: Completed Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery, University of Barcelona

2. 1993: Passed USMLE Parts I & II

3. 2000: Specialist certification in Neurosurgery, Hospital de la Santa Creu i Sant Pau, Barcelona

4. Early 2000s: Adjunct and attending roles in Barcelona hospitals and Skull Base Unit

5. 2005–2011: Surgeon in the Spine Unit at Hospital Sant Pau

6. 2011: Founded Instituto Clavel, became Director of Neurosurgery & Spine Surgery team

7. Current Practice: Diagnostic evaluation, surgical management of spinal pathologies, brain tumor surgery, minimally invasive and robotic spinal procedures, neuro-navigation, follow-up care, and rehabilitation coordination

8. Academic & Research Contributions: Published over 26 articles in neurosurgery and spinal journals; teaches international courses in skull-base and spine surgery; participates in humanitarian surgical missions in sub-Saharan Africa

Notable Achievements:

• Founded Instituto Clavel, a leading specialized neurosurgery and spinal surgery institute in Barcelona

• Conducts complex spinal and cranial surgeries using advanced techniques including robotic surgery and neuronavigation

• Extensive teaching roles and international training experience

• Engages in humanitarian work through Fundación Clavel, training surgeons in developing countries

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 Dr. Pablo De La Fuente Villa

 Neurosurgeon

 Bilbao, Spain

 9 Years of experience

Speaks:
 
Spanish , English

Dr. Pablo De La Fuente Villa
Specialization: Neurosurgeon
Location: Bilbao, Spain

Professional Background:
Dr. Pablo De La Fuente Villa is a highly experienced neurosurgeon based in Bilbao, Spain, specializing in advanced cranial and spinal surgery. He has extensive expertise in treating complex neurological and spinal conditions using minimally invasive and microsurgical techniques.

Areas of Interest / Services:

• Minimally invasive spine surgery and tubular approaches

• Oncological brain surgery (tumors and neurovascular pathologies)

• Treatment of traumatic brain injuries and spinal disc herniations

• Management of myelopathy, hydrocephalus, and trigeminal neuralgia

Qualifications and Training:

• Medical Degree and Master’s in Medicine and Surgery from the University of the Basque Country, Spain

• Specialization in Neurosurgery at University Hospital of Cruces, Vizcaya, Spain

• Clinical rotation in CNS oncology at King’s College Hospital, London, UK

• Advanced training in minimally invasive spinal techniques at Weill Cornell Medicine Neurosurgical Innovations & Training Centre, New York, USA

Service Approach and Patient Care:
Dr. De La Fuente Villa combines academic knowledge, precision, and innovative surgical methods to provide comprehensive care to his patients. He focuses on achieving optimal neurological outcomes while minimizing recovery time and surgical impact.

Memberships & Professional Affiliations:

• Member of the Spanish Society of Neurosurgery (SENEC)

• Member of the Spanish Spine Society (GEER)

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 Dr. Borja Cuevas

 Orthopedic Surgeon

 Bilbao, Spain

 9 Years of experience

Speaks:
 
Spanish , English

Dr. Borja Cuevas
Specialization: Orthopedic Surgeon (Hand & Wrist Specialist)
Location: Bilbao, Spain

Professional Background:
Dr. Borja Cuevas Martínez is an orthopedic surgeon in Bilbao, Spain, specializing in hand and wrist surgery. He practices at Clínica Guimón and is affiliated with the Hand, Wrist & Microsurgery Unit at Hospital Universitario de Basurto.

Areas of Interest / Services:

• Surgical treatment of hand and wrist fractures

• Carpal tunnel syndrome and other nerve compression syndromes of the hand and wrist

• Tendon injuries and ligament instability in the hand and wrist

• Minimally invasive arthroscopic techniques for wrist, hand, and upper-extremity joints

Qualifications and Training:

• Medicine degree from Universidad del País Vasco, Spain

• Residency in Orthopedic Surgery and Traumatology at Hospital Universitario de Basurto

• Advanced courses in hand/wrist surgery, microvascular surgery, and arthroscopic surgery of upper extremities

Service Approach and Patient Care:
Dr. Cuevas combines experience in the public health system with private practice in Bilbao, offering both in-person and online consultations. His private practice at Clínica Guimón provides diagnostics, surgical planning, and custom orthoses for upper-extremity conditions.

Memberships & Professional Affiliations:

• Member of the Sociedad Española de Cirugía Ortopédica y Traumatología (SECOT)

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